Cookie Policy

What cookies we use and how to manage them ยท Last updated: 1 January 2026

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, smartphone or tablet) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, to remember your preferences, and to provide aggregate analytics information to website owners.

There are also related technologies โ€” such as local storage, session storage and pixel tags โ€” which serve similar purposes. This policy covers all such technologies used on northvelix.com.

For more information about cookies generally, visit ico.org.uk/for-the-public/online/cookies.

2. Cookies We Use

2.1 Strictly Necessary (Always Active)

These cookies are essential for the Website to function. They cannot be disabled.

  • nv_ageVerified โ€” Stores whether you have confirmed you are 18 or over. Stored in browser localStorage. Not transmitted to our servers. Persists until you clear browser data.
  • nv_cookieConsent โ€” Stores your cookie consent choice ("all" or "essential"). Stored in browser localStorage. Not transmitted to our servers.

2.2 Analytics Cookies (Optional โ€” Requires Consent)

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our Website so we can improve it. All data is anonymised and aggregated โ€” we cannot identify individual users.

  • _ga โ€” Google Analytics. Used to distinguish users. Expires after 2 years.
  • _gid โ€” Google Analytics. Used to distinguish users. Expires after 24 hours.
  • _gat โ€” Google Analytics. Used to throttle request rate. Expires after 1 minute.

Google Analytics data is processed in accordance with Google's privacy policy. You can opt out at any time using the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

2.3 Affiliate Tracking Cookies (Third-Party)

When you click a link to a casino operator on NorthVelix, that operator's website may set its own cookies to track the referral for commission purposes. These cookies are set by the third-party operator, not by NorthVelix. We have no control over them.

Examples include session identifiers, affiliate click IDs and conversion tracking pixels used by casino affiliate programmes. Please review each operator's cookie policy before registering.

3. Why We Use Cookies

  • Essential operation: To remember your age verification and cookie preference so you are not repeatedly interrupted
  • Analytics and improvement: To understand which pages are most popular, how long visitors spend on the site and where they come from, so we can make better content decisions
  • Affiliate tracking: To ensure we receive credit for referrals and can continue to operate this free service

We do not use cookies for targeted advertising, behavioural profiling or cross-site tracking of individuals.

4. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You have several options for managing cookies:

4.1 NorthVelix Cookie Banner

When you first visit NorthVelix, a cookie banner allows you to choose "Accept All" (includes analytics) or "Essential Only". Your choice is saved and the banner will not appear again unless you clear your browser data.

4.2 Browser Settings

All modern browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:

  • Block all cookies (note: this may break Website functionality)
  • Delete existing cookies at any time
  • Set preferences per website
  • Be notified before a cookie is placed

Browser-specific guides:

4.3 Google Analytics Opt-Out

To prevent Google Analytics from collecting data about your visits across all websites, install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

4.4 Your Online Choices

For interest-based advertising cookies set by third parties, visit youronlinechoices.com/uk to manage your preferences.

5. Impact of Disabling Cookies

Disabling essential cookies will mean:

  • The age verification gate will appear on every visit
  • Your cookie consent choice will not be saved

Disabling analytics cookies will not affect your ability to use any part of the Website.

6. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy as our use of cookies changes or as legal requirements evolve. Material changes will be communicated via the cookie consent banner. The "Last updated" date at the top of this page shows when it was last revised.

7. Contact Us

If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this policy, please contact us: