Cookie Policy
Last Updated: January 2025
This Cookie Policy explains how AussieFortuneLotto.com uses cookies and similar technologies to provide, protect, and improve our lottery services. Learn what cookies we use, why we use them, and how you can manage your preferences.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit our website. They help us provide a better, safer, and more personalized experience.
Cookie Basics
What Cookies Do
- Remember your preferences and settings
- Keep you logged in securely
- Protect against fraud and security threats
- Improve website performance and functionality
- Analyze usage patterns to enhance services
Cookie Types
- Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser
- Persistent Cookies: Remain on your device until they expire or you delete them
- First-Party Cookies: Set directly by AussieFortuneLotto.com
- Third-Party Cookies: Set by external services we use
How We Use Cookies
We use different types of cookies to operate our lottery services, ensure security, and provide you with the best possible experience.
Essential Cookies
Required for basic site functionality, security, and session management. Cannot be disabled.
Age Verification
Remember your age verification status to comply with 18+ legal requirements.
Payment Security
Secure payment processing and fraud prevention for ticket purchases.
Analytics Cookies
Understand how visitors use our site to improve services and user experience.
Marketing Cookies
Personalize lottery promotions and display relevant offers based on your interests.
Responsible Gaming
Support spending limits, self-exclusion, and reality check features.
Cookie Categories Explained
Learn exactly what each category of cookies does and why we use them for our lottery services.
Essential Cookies
Required · Always Active
These cookies are necessary for the website to function and cannot be switched off in our systems. They are usually only set in response to actions you make, such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in, or filling in forms.
Essential Cookie Functions:
- Authentication and login session management
- Shopping cart functionality for ticket purchases
- Security and fraud prevention measures
- Load balancing and site performance optimization
- Accessibility preferences and language settings
Age Verification Cookies
Required · Legal Compliance
These cookies remember your age verification status to ensure compliance with Australian gambling regulations. All users must be 18 years or older to access lottery services.
Age Verification Cookie Functions:
- Store age verification confirmation status
- Prevent repeated age verification prompts
- Maintain regulatory compliance records
- Block underage access to lottery content
Payment Security Cookies
Required · Transaction Safety
These cookies secure payment processing for lottery ticket purchases and help prevent fraudulent transactions. They work with our payment processors to ensure safe, encrypted transactions.
Payment Security Cookie Functions:
- Secure payment session management
- Fraud detection and prevention mechanisms
- Payment method preference storage
- Transaction verification and audit trails
- PCI DSS compliance requirements
Responsible Gaming Cookies
Player Protection · Required
These cookies support responsible gaming features such as spending limits, self-exclusion preferences, and reality check reminders. They help you maintain control over your lottery participation.
Responsible Gaming Cookie Functions:
- Store spending limit preferences and tracking
- Self-exclusion period enforcement
- Reality check timer and reminder settings
- Session time monitoring and limits
- Responsible gaming tool preferences
Analytics & Marketing Cookies
These cookies are not essential but help us improve our services and provide personalized experiences. You can control these through your cookie preferences.
Analytics Cookies
Optional · User Consent
Help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. Data is aggregated and cannot identify individual users.
Analytics Cookie Functions:
- Page view tracking and user flow analysis
- Feature usage and performance metrics
- Error detection and debugging
- A/B testing and optimization
You can disable analytics cookies without affecting essential site functionality.
Marketing Cookies
Optional · User Consent
Track your visits across websites to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant lottery promotions on other sites. May be set by our advertising partners.
Marketing Cookie Functions:
- Personalized lottery offer recommendations
- Retargeting and remarketing campaigns
- Promotional content customization
- Campaign effectiveness measurement
Disabling marketing cookies will reduce personalized promotions but won't affect your ability to play lottery games.
Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are set by third-party services we use to provide specific features. Learn about our trusted partners and their cookie usage.
Third-Party Services
Payment Processors
Visa, Mastercard, PayPal, Apple Pay, and Google Pay set cookies to secure transactions and prevent fraud. These are essential for payment processing.
Analytics Providers
We use analytics services to understand site usage patterns. These cookies are anonymized and help us improve user experience.
Security Services
Third-party security providers help protect against fraud, DDoS attacks, and malicious activity. These cookies are essential for site security.
Content Delivery Networks
CDN providers set cookies to optimize content delivery and improve site loading speeds across different geographic regions.
Managing Your Cookies
You have full control over cookie preferences. Learn how to accept, reject, or delete cookies through your browser or our preference center.
Cookie Preference Center
Use our cookie preference center to control which optional cookies you accept. Essential cookies cannot be disabled as they're required for the site to function.
- Accept or reject analytics cookies
- Control marketing cookie preferences
- Update preferences at any time
- View detailed cookie information
Browser Settings
All modern browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can block, delete, or manage cookies at the browser level.
- Block all cookies or specific types
- Delete existing cookies
- Set cookie expiration preferences
- Use private/incognito browsing mode
Browser-Specific Instructions
Desktop Browsers:
- • Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies
- • Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies
- • Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies
- • Edge: Settings → Privacy, search → Cookies
Mobile Browsers:
- • iOS Safari: Settings → Safari → Block Cookies
- • Android Chrome: Settings → Site settings → Cookies
- • Mobile Firefox: Settings → Data Management
- • Samsung Internet: Settings → Sites and downloads
Impact of Disabling Cookies
Disabling certain cookies may affect your experience on our lottery website. Understand what functionality may be limited.
If Essential Cookies Are Blocked
- Unable to log in or maintain sessions
- Cannot purchase lottery tickets
- Age verification will not function
- Payment processing will fail
- Site features will not work properly
If Optional Cookies Are Blocked
- All core functionality remains available
- Less personalized lottery recommendations
- Generic promotional content shown
- Unable to track site improvements
- Some features may take longer to load
Important: We strongly recommend keeping essential cookies enabled to ensure full functionality of our lottery services. Optional cookies enhance your experience but are not required.
Cookie Reference Table
Detailed list of specific cookies used on AussieFortuneLotto.com, including their purpose, category, and duration.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Category | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| session_id | Maintains user session state | Essential | Session |
| csrf_token | Security protection against cross-site attacks | Essential | Session |
| age_verified | Stores age verification confirmation | Age Verification | 90 days |
| cookie_consent | Records cookie preference choices | Essential | 1 year |
| payment_session | Secures payment transaction process | Payment | 30 minutes |
| spending_limit | Tracks responsible gaming spending limits | Responsible Gaming | Persistent |
| self_exclusion | Enforces self-exclusion period | Responsible Gaming | User defined |
| analytics_id | Anonymous usage tracking for site improvements | Analytics | 2 years |
| user_preferences | Stores personalized lottery preferences | Marketing | 1 year |
| ad_targeting | Delivers relevant lottery promotions | Marketing | 6 months |
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, operational, or regulatory reasons.
How We Communicate Updates
Regular Reviews
We review and update this Cookie Policy at least annually or whenever significant changes occur to our cookie practices.
Notification Methods
Material changes will be communicated via prominent website notice, email notification, or updated cookie consent banner.
Version History
The "Last Updated" date at the top of this page reflects the most recent revision. Previous versions are archived for reference.
Continued Use
By continuing to use our website after changes take effect, you accept the updated Cookie Policy and consent to our revised cookie practices.
We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies to enhance your lottery experience.
Questions About Cookies?
If you have questions about our Cookie Policy or how we use cookies, we're here to help.
For general inquiries or support, please visit our Contact Page or review our Privacy Policy for comprehensive information about data handling.
Manage Your Privacy
You're in control of your cookie preferences and privacy. Adjust your settings anytime to customize your lottery experience while maintaining the privacy level you're comfortable with.
Your Privacy Matters
We're committed to transparency and giving you control over your personal data. Review our policies, manage your preferences, and contact us with any concerns.