Cookie Policy - Sahara Sands Casino
This page explains what cookies Sahara Sands Casino uses, why we use them and how you can manage them.
Last updated: November 2025
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files. They get stored on your device when you visit a website. Cookies can't run programs or transmit viruses. They only store information.
Cookies help websites remember your settings. For example your language or login status. Without cookies you'd have to log in again every time you visit.
Types of Cookies
- Session cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
- Persistent cookies: Stay on your device for a set period of time
- First-party cookies: Set directly by Sahara Sands
- Third-party cookies: Set by external services
Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the website to work. Without them, basic features won't function. They cannot be disabled.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| session_id | Manages your login session | Session |
| csrf_token | Protection against cross-site attacks | Session |
| cookie_consent | Stores your cookie preferences | 12 months |
| currency | Stores your selected currency | 12 months |
| language | Stores your language choice | 12 months |
Functional Cookies
These cookies improve your experience on the website. They remember your settings and preferences. They're not strictly required but they're useful.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| game_history | Stores recently played games | 30 days |
| favorites | Remembers your favorite games | 6 months |
| sound_settings | Stores your audio settings | 12 months |
| view_mode | Grid or list view in the lobby | 6 months |
Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors use the website. All data is collected anonymously. We see usage statistics, not personal information.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics - distinguishes visitors | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics - distinguishes visitors | 24 hours |
| page_performance | Measures loading times and performance | 30 days |
You can disable Google Analytics with a free browser plugin available at tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout.
Marketing Cookies
These cookies are used for advertising purposes. They help us show relevant offers and measure the effectiveness of marketing campaigns.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| promo_source | Tracks which link brought you to the site | 30 days |
| affiliate_id | Affiliate tracking for partner programs | 90 days |
| fb_pixel | Facebook Pixel for retargeting | 90 days |
Third-Party Cookies
Sahara Sands works with external services. These may set their own cookies. We have no direct control over them.
Payment Providers
Visa, Mastercard, Skrill and Neteller set cookies for secure payment processing. These are subject to the privacy policies of the respective providers.
Game Providers
Providers like Pragmatic Play, NetEnt and Evolution Gaming use cookies to load games and measure performance.
Social Media
If our page includes social media buttons, these can set cookies even if you don't click on them. This is outside our control.
Managing and Disabling Cookies
Through Our Cookie Banner
On your first visit, a cookie banner appears. You have three options:
- Accept all: All cookie categories are activated
- Necessary only: Only technically required cookies stay active
- Settings: You choose which categories to allow
You can change your choice at any time in the website footer under "Cookie Settings".
Through Your Browser
You can also manage cookies directly in your browser. Here are the settings for the most common browsers:
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Settings → Privacy → Manage Website Data
- Edge: Settings → Privacy, search, and services → Cookies
If you block all cookies, some parts of the website will stop working. For example, your login status won't be saved.
On Mobile Devices
- iOS Safari: Settings → Safari → Block All Cookies
- Android Chrome: Chrome app → Settings → Site Settings → Cookies
Your Rights
Under GDPR you have the following rights regarding your data:
- Right to access: You can ask what data we have stored about you
- Right to erasure: You can request deletion of your data
- Right to object: You can object to data processing
- Data portability: You can request your data in machine-readable format
For data protection requests write to: [email protected]
Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. This happens when legal requirements change or when we introduce new technologies.
The date of the last update is always at the top of this page. For significant changes we'll notify you by email or through a banner on the website.
