COOKIES POLICY

Last updated: 11 May 2025

Purpose of This Policy

This Cookies Policy explains how GoodAussieGames (“Company”, “we”, “us”, or “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies to recognise you when you visit our website at https://GoodAussieGames.com (“Website”). It explains what cookies are, why we use them, your rights to control their use, and how you can manage them. We use CookieYes, a cookie consent management platform, to help you make informed choices and manage your cookie preferences in compliance with relevant privacy laws.

Some cookies may collect or become linked with personal information. When this occurs, we treat that information in accordance with our Privacy Policy.

Table of Contents

  1. What Are Cookies?
  2. Why Do We Use Cookies?
  3. Types of Cookies We Use
  4. What About Other Tracking Technologies?
  5. How Can I Control Cookies?
  6. How to Manage Cookies on Your Browser
  7. Do You Use Flash Cookies or Local Shared Objects?
  8. Do You Serve Targeted Advertising?
  9. How Often Will You Update This Cookies Policy?
  10. Where Can I Get Further Information?

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your computer, smartphone, or other device when you visit a website. They store information that websites use to improve your experience, such as remembering your preferences or login status, and to collect data about how you use the site.

There are two main types of cookies:

  • First-party cookies: Set directly by GoodAussieGames, these cookies are necessary for core website functionality and performance.
  • Third-party cookies: Set by external service providers like analytics or advertising partners. These may track your browsing activity across different websites and sessions.

Cookies enable essential features and help us understand user behaviour to improve our services.

2. Why Do We Use Cookies?

We use cookies for several essential purposes:

  • To enable core website functions necessary for operation (essential cookies).
  • To analyse user interactions, helping improve site performance and user experience (analytics cookies).
  • To remember your preferences and settings, such as language selection (functional cookies).
  • To support advertising efforts in line with Microsoft Advertising policies (advertising cookies).
  • To track affiliate links and measure campaign success.

Certain cookies are mandatory for site functionality, while others require your consent under applicable privacy laws including the Australian Privacy Principles and the GDPR.

3. Types of Cookies We Use

Category Purpose
Essential Cookies Enable core functionality such as security, network management, and access to features. Cannot be disabled.
Performance & Functionality Improve site usability and remember user preferences (e.g., language).
Analytics Cookies Help us understand how visitors use the site (e.g., Microsoft Clarity).
Advertising & Affiliate Cookies Deliver relevant ads, track ad performance, and monitor affiliate conversions (e.g., Microsoft UET).
Unclassified Cookies Cookies that are in the process of being categorized.

We also use technologies like tracking pixels (e.g., Microsoft Clarity, Facebook Pixel) and affiliate tracking scripts that rely on cookies to function.

4. What About Other Tracking Technologies?

In addition to cookies, we may use other tracking technologies such as web beacons, clear gifs, and tracking pixels to monitor user interactions on our website. These technologies help us understand user navigation, measure email campaign effectiveness, and provide targeted advertising.

Most of these technologies depend on cookies to function properly. If you disable cookies in your browser or via our consent management tool, some of these features may not work as intended.

5. How Can I Control Cookies?

You can manage your cookie preferences using our on-site Cookie Consent Banner, which is powered by CookieYes. This platform allows you to:

  • Accept or reject non-essential cookies
  • Modify or withdraw your consent at any time
  • View detailed information about the categories of cookies we use

Essential cookies required for the website’s core functionality cannot be disabled. Changing your cookie preferences may affect the availability or performance of some website features.

6. How to Manage Cookies on Your Browser

In addition to our consent banner, you can control cookies via your web browser’s settings. Browser support resources include:

For other browsers, please consult their official support sites.

You may also opt out of behavioural advertising via:

7. Do You Use Flash Cookies or Local Shared Objects?

We may use Flash Cookies, also known as Local Shared Objects (LSOs), to support certain security and functionality features on the website. These cookies function differently from standard cookies and may store information such as settings and preferences.

You can manage and delete Flash Cookies by visiting the Adobe Settings Manager.

Please be aware that blocking or deleting Flash Cookies may affect the performance of some media features on the website.

8. Do You Serve Targeted Advertising?

Yes. We work with third-party advertising partners who may place cookies on your device to deliver ads relevant to your interests. These cookies collect information about your browsing behaviour across websites to personalise advertising content.

However, these third-party advertisers do not have access to your personal information such as your name or email address unless you have provided it directly to them.

We ensure compliance with Microsoft Advertising policies to maintain transparency and protect your privacy in all advertising activities.

9. How Often Will You Update This Cookies Policy?

We may update this Cookies Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our cookie practices, legal requirements, or technology. When updates occur, the “Last updated” date at the top of this document will be revised accordingly.

We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies and related technologies.

10. Where Can I Get Further Information?

If you have any questions or concerns about this Cookies Policy or our use of cookies and tracking technologies, please contact us via support@goodaussiegames.com.

We are committed to responding promptly and transparently to all enquiries regarding your privacy and data protection.