Scope and Definitions
Ek999 uses cookies and similar technologies to operate the site, personalise user experience, safeguard security, and gather analytics. This Policy describes what cookies we deploy, why we use them, and how you may control their use. It applies to all users and visitors of Ek999’s site and associated services.
What are cookies and similar technologies?
A cookie is a small text file or similar technology stored on your device by your browser when you access the site. Cookies can be read by the site that created them or by a domain with permission to access those cookies. We also use related technologies (for example pixel tags and local storage) to achieve the same purposes as cookies.
Purposes for which we use cookies
- Session management: enable you to log in, maintain a session during navigation, and securely complete transactions. Example: a session cookie that preserves your login state during a browsing session.
- Security and fraud prevention: detect and prevent unauthorized or fraudulent activities, including deposit validation and account access safeguards.
- Preferences and functionality: remember language, display settings, and other user preferences to enhance your experience.
- Analytics and performance: measure site usage, identify navigation patterns, and assess the effectiveness of features and content.
- Advertising and targeting: deliver content and promotions aligned with your interests, and limit repetition of messages.
- Third-party integrations: collect data through external services for specific features (e.g., chat, analytics, or payment workflows) in accordance with their policies.
Categories of cookies we use
- Strictly necessary cookies: essential for the site to function and for you to access your account and complete transactions. These are generally non-optional and do not require consent.
- Preference cookies: store language and layout preferences to personalise your visit and improve usability.
- Analytics cookies: help us understand how users interact with the site, including pages visited and time spent, to improve navigation and performance.
- Advertising and targeting cookies: collect data to tailor promotional content and measure advertising effectiveness.
- Fraud prevention and security cookies: detect suspicious activity and protect accounts and payments.
Examples of cookies we may set
- Session cookies to manage your login state during a browsing session.
- Language or locale cookies to remember your preferred language.
- Authorization tokens (for example, a cookie named _token) necessary to access secure areas of the site.
- Tracking cookies used to measure how you arrived at the site and to associate activity with referrals where applicable.
Your choices and how to exercise them
You may manage cookies through the Site’s cookie settings and your browser settings. Actions available include:
- Modify cookie preferences via the Site’s preferences panel (where available).
- Use your browser to view, manage, or delete cookies in desktop or mobile mode. Each browser has a distinct method for clearing cookies and adjusting privacy settings.
- Enable a browser or device level “do not track” preference if available; note that this may not stop all tracking or affect all site functionalities.
- For EU residents, exercise opt-out options via built-in browser controls or the device privacy settings; some features may be unavailable if cookies are disabled.
- If you delete or disable cookies, you may need to re-enter credentials and certain personalised features may no longer function.
Third-party cookies and data sharing
We may allow third-party service providers to place cookies on the site for analytics, advertising, or functionality. We do not control these cookies, and their data handling is governed by the respective third parties’ privacy policies. You may manage or reject these cookies through your browser or the privacy settings provided by the third parties where available.
Data retention and security
Cookies retain data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes described in this Policy. Session cookies are deleted when you close the browser or end the session, while persistent cookies have specific expiration dates. We implement reasonable security measures to protect cookie data from unauthorized access and use encryption for sensitive tokens where applicable.
Cross-border data transfers
Some cookie data may be processed outside your home jurisdiction. When this occurs, Ek999 takes appropriate safeguards, including contractual arrangements and recognised transfer mechanisms, to protect the data in accordance with applicable law.
Policy updates and effective date
We may update this Policy from time to time. When changes are material, we will provide notice on the site and update the effective date at the top of the policy. Your continued use of the site after the update constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.
Contact and inquiries
If you have questions about our cookie practices or wish to exercise your rights regarding cookie data, contact Ek999 using the designated privacy channel provided on the site. We will respond in accordance with applicable data protection laws and this Policy.