Cookie Policy Overview
At Showdown Supperclub, we use cookies to help our website function smoothly, to remember your preferences, and to understand how guests explore our menus, in-venue poker evenings and event information. This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them on http://showdownsupperclub.com, and the choices available to you.
We aim to handle all information collected through cookies in a way that is consistent with applicable Australian privacy and data protection obligations. For a fuller description of how we manage personal information more broadly, please refer to our Privacy Policy.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer, smartphone, tablet or other device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work, or work more efficiently, as well as to provide information to website owners.
When you access our site, your browser may download and store one or more cookies. Each cookie typically contains:
- a unique identifier linked to your browser or device
- the name of the website that set the cookie
- technical information such as expiry time and security attributes
Cookies cannot be used to run programs or deliver software to your device, and we do not use cookies to provide online gambling or remote wagering services. Instead, they help us deliver a user-friendly, secure and accessible website that supports restaurant reservations, event enquiries and information about our in-person social poker evenings.
Types of Cookies We Use
We group the cookies used on our website into the following broad categories:
- Essential cookies
- These cookies are necessary for the website to function and support core features such as page navigation, basic security and reservation or enquiry forms. The website cannot operate properly without them.
- Analytics and performance cookies
- These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our site, such as which pages are viewed, how long guests stay on a section, and whether any error messages occur. They are used to improve the performance and usability of the site over time.
- Preference cookies
- These cookies remember choices you make, such as preferred language, region or previously entered form details, to create a more tailored and convenient browsing experience.
Where we introduce new features or integrations (for example, an embedded map or booking widget), additional cookies may be used within these same categories. We aim to ensure such cookies are clearly described and, where required, used only with your consent.
Why We Use Cookies
Cookies help Showdown Supperclub deliver the kind of digital experience you would expect from a contemporary Australian restaurant and social venue. Typical purposes include:
- supporting navigation between our menu, events, offline poker nights and reservations pages
- remembering information you provide in reservation or contact forms long enough to complete each submission
- maintaining basic security measures to help protect the website and our guests from misuse
- improving readability and accessibility, for example by retaining layout or preference settings on compatible browsers
- understanding how our content is used so we can refine information about dining, responsible in-venue poker entertainment and private events
We do not use cookies to offer online poker, online gambling, betting accounts, financial deposits or withdrawals. Cookies on this site exist solely to support hospitality services and in-person social entertainment, in line with responsible-play expectations.
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You have control over how cookies are used on your device. Most web browsers allow you to:
- view the cookies currently stored on your device
- block some or all cookies from specific websites
- delete cookies when you close your browser or at set intervals
The method for managing cookies differs between browsers and devices. The following links provide guidance for common browsers (subject to change by each provider):
If you choose to block or delete certain cookies, some features of our website may not function as intended, including parts of the reservation or enquiry process. Essential cookies are generally required to use the core features of the site.
Essential Cookies
Essential cookies enable basic functions and are required for the website to operate. Without these cookies, services you have requested cannot be provided. On Showdown Supperclub, essential cookies may be used to:
- route your traffic between servers so pages load reliably and quickly
- remember actions you take during a single visit, such as details entered into the reservations or contact forms
- support security features that help protect the website from misuse or unauthorised activity
Because these cookies are required for the site to function, you cannot opt out of them using the site itself. However, you can configure your browser to block all cookies, which may impact your ability to use certain site features.
Analytics and Performance Cookies
Analytics and performance cookies help us monitor the effectiveness and usability of our website. They may record information such as:
- which pages are visited and in what order
- approximate time spent on key sections such as the menu or events pages
- general technical details about your device and browser (for example, screen size or browser type)
- aggregated information on how guests interact with forms and navigation
We use this data in aggregated or pseudonymised form to understand trends and improve content. We do not use analytics cookies to create gambling profiles, to target individuals with online wagering offers, or to promise financial gain.
Where required by law, certain analytics cookies will only be activated after you have provided consent through our cookie banner or related controls. You may withdraw this consent at any time by adjusting your browser settings or clearing cookies.
Third-Party Cookies
Some features on our website may rely on services provided by third parties. These providers may place their own cookies on your device when their content is loaded or when you interact with their tools. Examples can include:
- map services that display the location of Showdown Supperclub
- analytics platforms that help us understand aggregated usage patterns
- embedded booking or enquiry solutions used to streamline reservations and event requests
Third-party cookies are controlled by the relevant third party, not by Showdown Supperclub. We aim to partner only with reputable providers and to configure integrations in a way that respects privacy and responsible-play expectations.
You can usually identify third-party cookies via your browser's cookie or site settings panel. For detailed information about how those third parties use cookies and related technologies, please refer to their respective privacy or cookie notices.
Cookie Duration and Retention
Cookies used on our website can be either "session" cookies or "persistent" cookies:
- Session cookies are temporary cookies that exist only while your browser is open. They are deleted when you close your browser. These are commonly used to support navigation and form completion during a single visit.
- Persistent cookies remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them. They may be used for remembering preferences or providing anonymous analytics over time.
Typical cookie lifespans on this site may range from the duration of your visit (for session cookies) up to around 24 months for certain analytics or preference cookies. When a cookie expires, your browser should automatically remove it. You can also clear cookies earlier using your browser settings.
We review our use of cookies and related retention periods periodically to ensure they remain aligned with our operational needs, legal obligations and responsible data-handling practices.
Your Rights and Further Information
Depending on applicable Australian privacy laws, you may have rights in relation to personal information associated with cookie data, such as the right to request access or correction. Our Privacy Policy explains how we handle personal information, how you can contact us with questions, and how to lodge a complaint if you have concerns.
If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy or how cookies are used on our website, you can contact us via the details provided on our Contact Us page or include your query in a reservation or event enquiry submitted through the Reservations page.
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, regulations or our services. The "Last updated" date at the top of this page indicates when the policy was most recently revised.
Showdown Supperclub provides in-venue social poker evenings only. We encourage all guests to engage with poker as a form of responsible, in-person entertainment. No online gambling, remote wagering, deposits or withdrawals are offered or facilitated through this website.