Last Updated: January 1, 2025
Effective Date: January 1, 2025
This Privacy Policy explains how UK Casino Checker 2025 ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you visit our website or use our services.
Table of Contents
- 1. Information We Collect
- 2. How We Use Your Information
- 3. Information Sharing and Disclosure
- 4. Data Storage and Security
- 5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
- 6. Your Rights Under GDPR
- 7. Data Retention
- 8. Third-Party Services
- 9. International Data Transfers
- 10. Children's Privacy
- 11. Changes to This Policy
- 12. Contact Information
1. Information We Collect
We collect various types of information to provide and improve our services:
1.1 Personal Information
When you interact with our website, we may collect:
- Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number (when you contact us)
- Account Information: Username, password (if you create an account)
- Communication Data: Messages you send us, feedback, and support requests
- Survey Data: Responses to surveys or questionnaires
1.2 Technical Information
We automatically collect certain technical information:
- Device Information: Device type, operating system, browser type and version
- Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent, click patterns, referral sources
- Location Data: General location based on IP address (country/region level)
- Log Data: Server logs, error reports, performance data
1.3 Cookies and Similar Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience. For detailed information, please see our Cookie Policy.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information for the following purposes:
2.1 Service Provision
- Provide casino reviews and gambling information
- Respond to your inquiries and support requests
- Personalize your experience on our website
- Send newsletters and updates (with your consent)
2.2 Website Operation and Improvement
- Analyze website usage and performance
- Improve our services and content
- Conduct research and analytics
- Detect and prevent fraud and abuse
2.3 Legal Compliance
- Comply with applicable laws and regulations
- Respond to legal requests and court orders
- Protect our rights and interests
- Ensure responsible gambling practices
Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR): We process your personal data based on:
- Consent: For newsletters and marketing communications
- Legitimate Interests: For website operation and improvement
- Legal Obligation: For compliance with gambling regulations
- Contract: For providing requested services
3. Information Sharing and Disclosure
We may share your information in the following circumstances:
3.1 Service Providers
We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who help us operate our website:
- Web hosting and cloud storage providers
- Analytics and performance monitoring services
- Email service providers
- Customer support platforms
3.2 Business Partners
We may share limited information with casino operators and affiliate partners:
- Aggregate usage statistics (no personal identifiers)
- Performance metrics for marketing purposes
- Conversion data for affiliate tracking
3.3 Legal Requirements
We may disclose information when required by law or to:
- Comply with legal processes or government requests
- Protect our rights, property, or safety
- Investigate fraud or security issues
- Enforce our Terms of Service
Important: We never sell your personal information to third parties for their marketing purposes.
4. Data Storage and Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information:
4.1 Security Measures
- SSL/TLS encryption for data transmission
- Secure servers with access controls
- Regular security audits and monitoring
- Employee training on data protection
- Incident response procedures
4.2 Data Storage Location
Your data is primarily stored in secure data centers within the European Economic Area (EEA). When data is transferred outside the EEA, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place.
4.3 Data Breach Response
In the event of a data breach, we will:
- Notify relevant authorities within 72 hours
- Inform affected individuals without undue delay
- Take immediate steps to contain the breach
- Investigate and document the incident
6. Your Rights Under GDPR
If you are a resident of the European Economic Area (EEA), you have the following rights:
6.1 Right of Access
You have the right to request information about the personal data we hold about you, including:
- What personal data we process
- Why we process it
- Who we share it with
- How long we keep it
6.2 Right to Rectification
You can request that we correct inaccurate or incomplete personal data.
6.3 Right to Erasure (Right to be Forgotten)
You can request that we delete your personal data in certain circumstances.
6.4 Right to Restrict Processing
You can request that we limit how we use your personal data.
6.5 Right to Data Portability
You can request a copy of your personal data in a structured, machine-readable format.
6.6 Right to Object
You can object to processing based on legitimate interests or for marketing purposes.
6.7 Right to Withdraw Consent
You can withdraw your consent at any time where processing is based on consent.
How to Exercise Your Rights:
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at our contact page. We will respond to your request within 30 days.
7. Data Retention
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy:
7.1 Retention Periods
- Contact Information: 2 years after last contact
- Website Analytics: 26 months
- Account Data: Until account deletion
- Legal Records: As required by law
7.2 Deletion Process
When we delete personal data, we:
- Remove it from active systems
- Securely delete backup copies
- Notify relevant service providers
- Document the deletion process
8. Third-Party Services
Our website may contain links to third-party websites and services. We are not responsible for their privacy practices.
8.1 Casino Operators
When you visit casino websites through our links, their privacy policies apply. We encourage you to review their privacy practices.
8.2 Analytics Services
We use third-party analytics services to understand website usage. These services may collect information about your visits to our and other websites.
8.3 Social Media
Our website may include social media features. These features may collect information about your visit and are governed by the privacy policies of the respective social media platforms.
9. International Data Transfers
When we transfer personal data outside the EEA, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place:
9.1 Safeguards
- EU-US Privacy Shield (where applicable)
- Standard Contractual Clauses
- Adequacy decisions by the European Commission
- Binding corporate rules
9.2 Transfer Recipients
We may transfer data to:
- Cloud storage providers in the United States
- Analytics services with global operations
- Customer support platforms
10. Children's Privacy
Our website is not intended for individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18.
Age Verification: By using our website, you confirm that you are at least 18 years old. If you are under 18, please do not use our website or provide any personal information.
If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 18, we will take steps to delete such information promptly.
11. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we make changes, we will:
- Update the "Last Updated" date
- Notify users of significant changes
- Provide additional notice for material changes
- Obtain consent where required by law
We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.
12. Contact Information
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
Data Protection Officer: privacy@ukcasinochecker2025.com
General Inquiries: Contact Form
Data Subject Rights: rights@ukcasinochecker2025.com
We are committed to resolving any concerns about your privacy and data protection.
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