Introduction
Bay888 uses cookies and related technologies on its website to operate the service, tailor the user experience and analyse site usage. This policy explains what cookies we place, why we place them and how you may control their use.
What are cookies and related technologies
Cookies are small text files stored by your browser on your device. They enable essential site functions, remember your preferences and provide data for site analysis. We may also employ similar technologies for security and performance. Cookies do not read data from other sites or files on your device and cannot run programs.
Categories and purposes of cookies
- Strictly necessary cookies: essential for the operation of the site, enabling core functions such as login, navigation and access to secure areas. Consent is not required for these cookies. Expiry is determined by the service requirement, typically end of the browser session or a security interval.
- Preference cookies: remember choices such as language and region and preserve your cookie preferences. Expiry is up to 12 months unless you revoke consent earlier.
- Analytics cookies: collect information about how you use the site to improve functionality and performance. Data is processed in aggregate or anonymised where possible. Consent is required for these cookies unless permitted by law. Expiry is up to 24 months.
- Marketing cookies: track activity to deliver advertising and measure campaign effectiveness. May be placed by Bay888 partners. Consent is required for these cookies. Expiry is up to 24 months.
Consent and withdrawal
On first visit you will see a cookie banner inviting consent for non essential cookies. Your choice is stored and applied on subsequent visits. You may withdraw consent at any time by using Bay888 cookie preferences or by clearing cookies in your browser. Withdrawal will apply to future visits and may not remove cookies already stored by your browser without a manual deletion.
Managing cookies
You can manage cookies through your browser settings or via Bay888 cookie preferences. Practical steps include: configuring privacy or cookies settings, deleting Bay888 cookies from your device, or blocking Bay888 cookies for all websites. Note that blocking or deleting non essential cookies may affect site functionality and personalised features.
Data sharing and third party cookies
We may use third party providers for analytics, advertising and social features. These providers may set cookies on your device. Their data processing is governed by their own policies. You can manage these cookies through Bay888 cookie preferences or by contacting us to adjust your settings. Bay888 does not control third party cookies and cannot guarantee their policies.
Retention and expiry
Cookies have expiry dates set by category. Session cookies expire at the end of the browser session. Persistent cookies remain until their expiry, typically within 12 to 24 months. Some cookies may have different durations based on purpose or regulatory requirements.
Changes to this policy
Bay888 may update this policy to reflect changes in practice or legal requirements. The date at the top indicates the last update. Material changes will be communicated on the site and take effect upon posting.
Contact and further information
For questions about this policy please contact the Bay888 data protection officer at [email protected]. This policy should be read in conjunction with our Privacy Policy.
Annex A — Examples of cookies used by Bay888
- Session cookies: maintain login state and navigation during a browsing session; expiry end of session.
- Preference cookies: store language, regional settings and your cookie choices; expiry up to 12 months.
- Analytics cookies: track site usage metrics such as pages visited and time on site; data is anonymised where possible; expiry up to 24 months.
- Marketing cookies: measure advertising performance and tailor ads; expiry up to 24 months; may be set by Bay888 partners.