1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that websites store on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit them. These cookies allow the website to remember your actions and preferences over a period of time, so you don't have to re-enter them each time you return to the site or navigate from one page to another.
Cookies help improve your browsing experience by enabling features like remembering your login status, language preferences, and other customization options.
2. How We Use Cookies
At https://podlyfe.co.nz we use cookies to:
- Ensure the basic functioning of the website
- Analyze how users interact with our content
- Track referrals when you click on affiliated casino links
- Improve user experience and site performance
- Remember your age verification status
- Store your cookie consent preferences
We are committed to transparency about our cookie usage and comply with New Zealand's Privacy Act 2020.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
3.1 By Management
First-Party Cookies
- Managed directly by Podlyfe.co.nz
- Information controlled exclusively by us
- Used for essential site functions and analytics
Third-Party Cookies
- Set by external services (analytics providers, affiliate programs)
- Managed by third parties according to their own policies
- We carefully select trusted partners only
3.2 By Purpose
Essential Cookies (Technical)
- Necessary for the basic operation of the site
- Enable navigation and use of basic features
- Without them, the website cannot function properly
- Example: Age verification, cookie consent preferences
Preference Cookies
- Remember information that changes the site's behavior or appearance
- Such as your preferred language or region
- Enhance personalization of your experience
Analytics Cookies
- Help us understand how visitors interact with the site
- Collect information anonymously
- Allow us to improve site performance and content
- Provide insights into user behavior and popular content
Marketing/Affiliate Cookies
- Used to track visitors when they click on affiliate links
- Enable us to receive commissions when you register at a casino
- Do not contain personally identifiable information
- Help support our free content and reviews
3.3 By Duration
Session Cookies
- Deleted when you close your browser
- Not permanently stored on your device
- Used for temporary data during your visit
Persistent Cookies
- Remain on your device for a specified period
- Activated each time you visit the website
- Help remember your preferences across visits
4. Cookies We Use - Detailed List
| Name |
Type |
Purpose |
Duration |
| ageVerified |
Essential/First-party |
Remembers if you've verified being 18+ years old |
30 days |
| cookieConsent |
Essential/First-party |
Remembers your cookie consent preferences |
1 year |
| _ga, _gid |
Analytics/Third-party |
Google Analytics - site usage analysis |
2 years / 24 hours |
| affiliate_ref |
Marketing/First-party |
Tracks clicks on affiliate links |
30 days |
5. How to Control and Delete Cookies
You can control and/or delete cookies as you wish. For more information, visit aboutcookies.org.
You can delete all cookies that are already on your computer and you can set most browsers to prevent them from being installed. However, if you do this, you may have to manually adjust some preferences every time you visit a site, and some services and features may not work.
Browser Settings for Popular Browsers:
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
- Edge: Settings → Privacy, search and services → Cookies and site permissions
- Brave: Settings → Shields → Cookies and other site data
On mobile devices:
- iOS Safari: Settings → Safari → Block All Cookies
- Android Chrome: Settings → Site Settings → Cookies
6. Cookie Consent
When you first access our website, we will show you a cookie banner where you can:
- Accept all cookies
- Reject non-essential cookies
- Configure your cookie preferences
You can change your cookie preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in the footer of our website.
Your Rights: Under New Zealand's Privacy Act 2020, you have the right to:
- Know what cookies are being used
- Accept or reject non-essential cookies
- Change your preferences at any time
- Request deletion of cookie data
7. Third-Party Cookies
Please note that the casinos and other websites we link to have their own privacy and cookie policies. We have no control over these cookies and recommend that you review their policies when you visit those sites.
Important: When you click on a casino link and visit their website:
- You leave Podlyfe.co.nz and enter a third-party site
- That site's cookie policy will apply
- We are not responsible for their data practices
- We recommend reading their terms before registering
8. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy occasionally to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons.
When we update this policy:
- The "Last Updated" date will be changed
- Significant changes will be communicated via a notice on our website
- We encourage you to review this policy periodically
9. More Information
If you have questions about our use of cookies or this policy, you can contact us at:
We typically respond within 2-3 business days.
10. Useful Links About Cookies
11. Responsible Gambling
As a reminder, Podlyfe.co.nz is committed to responsible gambling. This site is intended for users aged 18+ only.
If you need help:
Last updated: February 2026
