COOKIE POLICY
Cookie Policy
This Cookie Policy explains how Brass & Willow uses cookies and similar technologies on our website. It applies to all visitors and is effective as of 10 September 2026. The policy covers the use of cookies, web beacons, and other tracking technologies, explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your choices regarding cookies.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help the site remember your actions and preferences over time, much like how a poker player remembers the flow of a game. Cookies store information such as login details, language preferences, and site usage patterns.
They can be session cookies that expire when you close your browser, or persistent cookies that remain until deleted. In the context of Brass & Willow, cookies help us remember your table booking preferences and improve your experience of our offline poker nights.
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core features like secure login and table booking, similar to how a poker table needs a dealer to run the game. They remember your session information and keep your booking details secure. Without these cookies, the site may not work as intended. Examples include cookies that maintain your booking form state.
Functional Cookies
Functional cookies allow the website to remember choices you make, such as your preferred language or region. They enhance your experience, much like remembering a regular poker player's favourite seat at the table. They may remember your login details or display preferences. These cookies are not strictly necessary but improve usability. They can be disabled, but some features may be lost.
Analytics Cookies
Analytics cookies help us understand how visitors interact with the site, such as which pages are most popular. This is like studying poker hand histories to improve future play. They collect anonymous data about page views, time on site, and navigation paths. We use this information to improve content and user experience. These cookies may be set by third-party analytics services.
Marketing Cookies
Marketing cookies are used to deliver advertisements relevant to your interests. They may be set by advertising partners to build a profile of your interests, similar to how a poker player reads opponents. They track your browsing habits across websites. We may use them to promote our poker nights and restaurant events. You can opt out of these cookies.
Specific Cookies We Use
Below is a list of cookies that may be set when you visit our website. We update this list regularly to reflect any changes. Cookie names are indicative and may change. Durations are typical and may vary based on your browser settings. For more details, contact us at [email protected].
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Category |
|---|---|---|---|
| bw_session | Maintains your secure session while you browse and book a table. | Session | Essential |
| bw_booking_pref | Remembers your preferred table size and poker night format for faster booking. | 30 days | Functional |
| bw_region | Stores your selected region to show relevant Australian dining and poker information. | 1 year | Functional |
| _ga | Registers a unique ID used to generate anonymised statistical data on site usage. | 2 years | Analytics |
| _gid | Registers a unique ID used to generate anonymised statistical data on page views. | 24 hours | Analytics |
| bw_marketing | Tracks referral source to measure the effectiveness of our poker night promotions. | 90 days | Marketing |
Managing Cookies
You can manage cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to refuse or delete cookies. The method varies by browser, so please refer to your browser's help section. Instructions for Chrome, Firefox, Safari, and Edge are commonly available. Disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our site, including table booking. You can also use browser extensions to manage cookies.
For analytics and marketing cookies, you can use opt-out tools provided by third parties, such as the Network Advertising Initiative or the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on. These tools allow you to control data collection across websites. We respect your choices and do not track you if you opt out. Note that opting out of analytics may still allow essential cookies to function.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our practices. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically. Significant changes may be communicated via a notice on our website. Your continued use of the site after changes constitutes acceptance. The current effective date is 10 September 2026.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this policy, please contact us at [email protected] or by phone at +61255504821. You can also visit us at 47 Smoke Street, Surry Hills NSW 2010, Australia. We aim to respond to all inquiries within 2 business days. For urgent matters, please call during business hours. Our team is happy to assist with any concerns regarding your privacy.