This Cookie Policy describes the use of cookies and similar technologies on the Genting Casino Manchester City Centre website. It explains what cookies are, which categories are used, the purposes for their use, and the controls available to users. By continuing to use the website, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this policy.
1. What Cookies Are
Cookies are small text files placed on a device when a website is visited. They enable the website to recognise the device on subsequent visits and to store certain information about how the site is used. Cookies may be set directly by Genting Casino Manchester City Centre (first-party cookies) or by third-party providers acting on its behalf (third-party cookies).
Similar technologies, including pixel tags, web beacons, and local storage objects, may also be used for comparable purposes. References to cookies in this policy include these similar technologies, unless stated otherwise.
2. Categories of Cookies Used
The following categories of cookies are used on the website. Each category has a specific purpose and, where applicable, requires user consent.
| Category | Purpose | Consent Required |
|---|---|---|
| Strictly Necessary | Enable core site functions such as navigation, security, session management, and access to requested content. Disabling these cookies affects basic site functionality. | No |
| Functionality | Remember preferences and choices, such as language settings and returning user recognition, to provide a more consistent experience. | Yes |
| Performance and Analytics | Collect aggregated, anonymised data on how visitors interact with the website, including pages visited and time spent, to support improvements to site performance. | Yes |
| Marketing and Targeting | Deliver content and advertising relevant to user interests, limit the frequency of advertisements, and measure the effectiveness of campaigns. May involve third-party advertising networks. | Yes |
3. Strictly Necessary Cookies
Strictly necessary cookies are essential for the operation of the website. They support functions including user authentication, security measures, and access to areas of the site that require a logged-in session. These cookies do not collect personal data for marketing purposes and do not require user consent under applicable law.
It is possible to delete strictly necessary cookies through browser settings. However, this may impair the ability to use certain parts of the website or access specific functions.
4. Functionality Cookies
Functionality cookies allow the website to remember choices previously made, such as preferred language or display settings. They support features that go beyond basic site operation and are used to provide a more tailored experience.
Functionality cookies are only set with user consent, granted through the cookie preference centre available on the website.
5. Performance and Analytics Cookies
Performance and analytics cookies are used to understand how visitors use the website. The information collected is aggregated and anonymised and is used solely to improve the structure, content, and usability of the site.
Third-party analytics tools may be used for this purpose. Where such tools are implemented, providers are required not to use or share the data collected beyond the purposes specified by Genting Casino Manchester City Centre. These cookies are only activated with user consent.
6. Marketing and Targeting Cookies
Marketing and targeting cookies may be set by Genting Casino Manchester City Centre and by third-party advertising partners. They are used to present content that is relevant to user interests, to limit the number of times a particular advertisement is displayed, and to assess the effectiveness of advertising activity. These cookies may track activity across multiple websites.
Marketing and targeting cookies require explicit user consent before activation. Information collected via these cookies is not sold to third parties.
7. How Consent Is Obtained
When the website is first visited, a cookie banner is displayed with the following options:
- Allow all cookies
- Allow necessary cookies only
- Manage cookies
Selecting “Allow all cookies” activates all cookie categories. Selecting “Allow necessary cookies only” restricts cookies to those that are strictly necessary. Selecting “Manage cookies” opens the cookie preference centre, where individual categories of optional cookies can be enabled or disabled.
Strictly necessary cookies are active by default and cannot be deactivated through the banner. Optional cookies are not activated until consent is provided.
8. Changing or Withdrawing Consent
Cookie preferences can be changed or withdrawn at any time. A cookie management link is available in the footer of the website. Selecting this link reopens the preference centre, where choices for each category of optional cookie can be adjusted.
Withdrawing consent does not affect the lawfulness of processing based on consent before its withdrawal. Changes to preferences apply from the point at which they are confirmed.
9. Managing Cookies Through Browser Settings
In addition to the on-site preference centre, cookies can be managed through browser settings. Most browsers allow users to:
- Accept or refuse all cookies
- Refuse third-party cookies while accepting first-party cookies
- Delete cookies that have already been placed on a device
- Receive a notification before a cookie is set
Browser settings apply per browser and per device. Users who access the website from multiple browsers or devices need to adjust settings separately on each. Disabling certain cookies through browser settings may affect website functionality.
For guidance on managing cookies in a specific browser, consult the help section of that browser.
10. Third-Party Opt-Out Tools
Where third-party services are used to set cookies for analytics or advertising purposes, those providers may offer their own opt-out mechanisms. These tools can be used to limit data collection by specific third parties independently of the on-site preference centre.
Details of applicable third-party opt-out tools are referenced within the relevant sections of the cookie preference centre, where third-party services are disclosed.
11. First-Party and Third-Party Cookies
Cookies on the website may be set directly by Genting Casino Manchester City Centre (first-party cookies) or by third parties providing services on its behalf, including analytics providers and advertising networks (third-party cookies). Third-party cookies are subject to the privacy and cookie policies of those providers.
Third-party providers are required to operate in accordance with applicable data protection law and not to use data collected through the website for purposes beyond those authorised by Genting Casino Manchester City Centre.
12. Compliance and Legal Basis
Use of cookies on the website is governed by the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR).
Strictly necessary cookies are used on the basis of legitimate interest in providing a functioning website. All other cookie categories are used only on the basis of freely given, informed, and specific consent. Users have the right to withdraw consent at any time, as described in Section 8.
The Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) is the supervisory authority for data protection matters in the United Kingdom. Users who have concerns about the use of cookies or the handling of personal data have the right to raise a complaint with the ICO.
13. Updates to This Policy
This Cookie Policy may be updated from time to time to reflect changes in the technologies used, the services provided, or applicable legal requirements. The current version is always available on the website.
Users are encouraged to review this document periodically to remain informed of any changes. Continued use of the website following an update constitutes acknowledgment of the revised policy.
14. Contact
Questions or concerns regarding this Cookie Policy or the use of cookies on the Genting Casino Manchester City Centre website can be raised through the official contact channels listed on the website.