Cookies Policy

Last updated: May 2026

This Cookies Policy explains what cookies are, how Art of Craps (artofcraps.com) uses them, and how you can control them. We keep it clear and practical so you know exactly what’s happening behind the scenes.

Quick summary: We use cookies for essential site functions, analytics, and advertising. You can disable non-essential cookies anytime through your browser settings.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help the site remember your preferences, understand how you interact with pages, and deliver relevant content. Most websites use them. They’re a standard part of how the internet works.

Cookies can be “session” cookies (deleted when you close your browser) or “persistent” cookies (remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them).

2. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies for three main purposes:

Essential Cookies

These are required for the site to function properly. They handle things like:

Remembering your cookie consent preferences
Maintaining session security
Loading pages correctly

You cannot disable these without breaking core site functionality.

Analytics Cookies

These help us understand how visitors use Art of Craps. We track which pages get the most traffic, how long people spend reading, and where visitors come from. This data is anonymized and aggregated. We use it to figure out which content works, what needs improvement, and where to focus next.

Provider: Google Analytics

_ga – Distinguishes visitors. Expires after 2 years.
_ga_* – Maintains session state. Expires after 2 years.
_gid – Distinguishes visitors. Expires after 24 hours.
_gat – Throttles request rate. Expires after 1 minute.

Advertising Cookies

We display ads through third-party advertising networks. These partners use cookies to show you relevant advertisements based on your browsing activity across multiple websites.

Common advertising cookies include those set by:

Google AdSense / Google Ad Manager
Affiliate tracking platforms

These cookies may track your browsing habits across different sites to build a profile of your interests and serve targeted ads. We do not control the specific cookies set by these third-party advertisers.

3. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies on our site are placed by third parties, not by us directly. These include:

Google Analytics – For traffic analysis and reporting
Google Ads – For ad personalization and performance measurement
Affiliate networks – For tracking referrals when you click affiliate links
WordPress – For core functionality and comment handling

Each of these services operates under its own privacy and cookies policy. We recommend reviewing them if you want full details on their data practices.

4. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You have full control over cookies. Here’s how to manage them:

Browser Settings

Every major browser lets you block or delete cookies. Here are direct links to cookie settings for popular browsers:

Google Analytics Opt-Out

Install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on to prevent Google Analytics from collecting your data on any website.

Ad Personalization

You can manage ad preferences and opt out of personalized advertising at:

Keep in mind: Blocking all cookies may affect your experience on Art of Craps and other websites. Some features may not work as expected without essential cookies enabled.

5. Do Not Track Signals

Some browsers send “Do Not Track” (DNT) signals. There is currently no universal standard for how websites should respond to these signals. At this time, Art of Craps does not respond to DNT signals, but you can still manage cookies through the methods described above.

6. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Cookies Policy as our site evolves or as regulations change. Any updates will be reflected in the “Last updated” date at the top. We encourage you to check back occasionally.

7. Contact Us

Questions about our use of cookies? Get in touch:

Email: [email protected]
Website: artofcraps.com/contact

For broader data privacy questions, please see our Privacy Policy.

Written by

Jake Wilfred

Jake Wilfred is the author of "Art of Craps," a blog dedicated to teaching people the ins and outs of playing craps. With years of experience as a professional craps player in some of the most famous casinos in Las Vegas, Jake is well-equipped to share his knowledge and skills with others. Whether you're a beginner looking to learn the basics or a seasoned player seeking to improve your game, Jake's blog is the perfect resource for mastering the art of craps.