Cookie Policy
Last updated: February 2025.
Top Rating Zone ("we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar technologies on the website topratingzone.com (the "Site"). This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and how you can control your preferences. By using the Site you consent to our use of cookies in accordance with this policy, except where you have rejected non-essential cookies via our cookie banner.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, to remember your preferences, and to provide information to the site owner. Cookies can be "first-party" (set by us) or "third-party" (set by another domain, such as an analytics provider). They can also be "session" cookies (deleted when you close your browser) or "persistent" cookies (they remain for a set period or until you delete them).
How We Use Cookies
We use cookies for the following purposes: (1) Essential operation: to run the Site and to remember choices you make, such as whether you have accepted the cookie banner or confirmed that you are of legal age. Without these cookies, we would need to ask you again on each page or each visit. (2) Performance and analytics: we may use cookies to understand how visitors use the Site (e.g. which pages are viewed, how long users stay, and how they navigate). This information is aggregated and helps us improve the content and layout of the Site. (3) Functionality: to remember settings or preferences that improve your experience. We do not use cookies to track you across other websites for advertising purposes.
Types of Cookies We Use
Strictly necessary cookies: These are required for the Site to function. They include, for example, cookies that remember your cookie consent choice and your age verification status during a session. You cannot disable these cookies without affecting how the Site works.
Performance and analytics cookies: These allow us to recognise and count the number of visitors and to see how visitors move around the Site. All information is aggregated and anonymous. These cookies help us improve the way the Site works. You can reject these cookies via our cookie banner.
Functionality cookies: These are used to recognise you when you return to the Site and to remember choices you have made (e.g. language or region). You can reject these via the cookie banner if you prefer.
Your Choices
When you first visit the Site, you will see a cookie banner. You can choose to accept all cookies or to reject non-essential cookies. Your choice is stored in your browser (e.g. in a cookie or local storage) so we remember it on your next visit. You can change your mind at any time by clearing your browser data or by visiting the Site again and making a new choice if the banner is shown again. You can also set your browser to block or delete cookies. Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies in their settings. Please note that blocking all cookies may prevent the Site from working correctly; for example, we may not be able to remember that you have accepted the cookie notice or confirmed your age, and you may be asked again. For more information on managing cookies, see your browser's help section or visit www.aboutcookies.org.
Third-Party Cookies
The Site contains links to third-party websites (including online casinos and affiliate partners). When you click on such a link and leave our Site, the third party may set its own cookies on your device. We do not control these cookies. Third-party sites have their own privacy and cookie policies, and we encourage you to read them before providing any personal data or accepting their cookies. We are not responsible for the use of cookies or the data practices of third-party sites.
Duration of Cookies
Session cookies are deleted when you close your browser. Persistent cookies remain on your device for a set period (e.g. 12 months) or until you delete them. The exact duration depends on the type of cookie and its purpose. Our cookie consent preference is typically stored for 12 months, after which we may ask you again for your choice.
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. The "Last updated" date at the top of this page will be revised when we make changes. We encourage you to review this policy periodically. Your continued use of the Site after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy. If we make significant changes that affect how we use cookies, we may notify you via a notice on the Site or by other appropriate means.
More Information
For more information about how we collect and use your personal data, please see our Privacy Policy. If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us at info@topratingzone.com.