Privacy Policy

1. What Data We Collect

Personal Information We Collect:

• Contact Information: Name, email address when you contact us
• Communication Data: Messages sent through our contact form
• Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device information
• Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on site, click patterns
• Cookies: Preferences, session data, analytics information

Information We Do NOT Collect:

• Credit card or payment information
• Social security numbers or government IDs
• Gambling history or betting patterns
• Financial account details
• Sensitive personal data unless legally required

How We Collect Data:

• Directly from you: When you fill out forms or contact us
• Automatically: Through cookies and website analytics
• Third-party services: Analytics providers (Google Analytics)

2. How We Use Your Data

Primary Purposes:

• Website Operation: To provide and maintain our services
• Communication: To respond to your inquiries and support requests
• User Experience: To improve website functionality and content
• Analytics: To understand how visitors use our website
• Legal Compliance: To meet regulatory requirements

Specific Use Cases:

• Responding to contact form submissions within 24 hours
• Remembering your cookie preferences
• Analyzing website traffic patterns for improvements
• Ensuring compliance with UK gambling regulations
• Providing customer support and technical assistance

Legal Basis for Processing:

• Consent: When you provide explicit consent
• Legitimate Interest: For website operation and improvement
• Legal Obligation: To comply with UK laws and regulations
• Contract Performance: To provide requested services

3. Data Sharing with Third Parties

We Share Data With:

• Analytics Providers: Google Analytics for website performance
• Hosting Services: To maintain website availability
• Legal Authorities: When required by law or court order
• Professional Advisors: Lawyers, accountants (under confidentiality)

We Do NOT Share Data With:

• Marketing companies for promotional purposes
• Data brokers or list sellers
• Social media platforms without consent
• Third-party advertisers
• Gambling operators (except through direct links)

Data Transfer Outside UK:

Some third-party services may process data outside the UK. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place through:

• Adequacy decisions by UK authorities
• Standard contractual clauses
• Binding corporate rules
• Certification schemes

4. Data Storage and Security

Data Retention Periods:

• Contact Form Data: 2 years from last contact
• Website Analytics: 26 months (Google Analytics default)
• Cookie Data: As specified in our Cookie Policy
• Legal Records: 7 years as required by UK law
• Error Logs: 90 days for technical troubleshooting

Security Measures:

• Technical Safeguards: SSL encryption, secure servers, firewalls
• Access Controls: Limited access to authorized personnel only
• Regular Updates: Security patches and software updates
• Backup Systems: Secure data backup and recovery procedures
• Monitoring: 24/7 security monitoring and incident response

Data Breach Response:

In the event of a data breach, we will:

• Notify the ICO within 72 hours if required
• Inform affected individuals without undue delay
• Take immediate steps to secure the breach
• Conduct a full investigation and implement preventive measures

5. Your GDPR Rights

Your Rights Under UK GDPR:

• Right of Access: Request a copy of your personal data
• Right to Rectification: Correct inaccurate or incomplete data
• Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your data ("right to be forgotten")
• Right to Restrict Processing: Limit how we process your data
• Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a structured format
• Right to Object: Object to processing based on legitimate interests
• Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent at any time

How to Exercise Your Rights:

• Contact us at privacy@britcasinolist.com
• Use our contact form with "Data Protection Request" in the subject
• We will respond within 30 days of receiving your request
• We may need to verify your identity before processing requests

Right to Complain:

You have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) if you believe we have not handled your data properly:

• ICO Website: ico.org.uk
• ICO Helpline: 0303 123 1113
• Address: Information Commissioner's Office, Wycliffe House, Water Lane, Wilmslow, Cheshire SK9 5AF

6. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies to enhance your website experience. For detailed information about our cookie usage, please see our Cookie Policy.

Types of Cookies We Use:

• Essential Cookies: Required for website functionality
• Performance Cookies: Help us improve website performance
• Functional Cookies: Remember your preferences
• Analytics Cookies: Understand how visitors use our site

Managing Cookies:

• You can accept or decline cookies through our cookie banner
• Browser settings allow you to block or delete cookies
• Some website features may not work without cookies

7. Third-Party Links

Our website contains links to third-party websites, including licensed UK gambling operators. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites.

When You Click External Links:

• You leave our website and enter a third-party site
• The third-party's privacy policy applies
• We cannot control their data collection practices
• We recommend reviewing their privacy policies

Our Responsibility:

• We only link to UK-licensed gambling operators
• We regularly review linked sites for compliance
• We remove links to non-compliant operators
• We are not liable for third-party privacy practices

8. Protection of Minors

Our website is strictly for adults aged 18 and over. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors.

Age Verification:

• Age verification modal appears on first visit
• Users must confirm they are 18 or older
• Underage users are redirected away from our site
• We use age verification technologies where possible

If We Discover Minor's Data:

• We will immediately delete the information
• We will block access from the associated device/IP
• We will improve our age verification measures
• Parents can contact us to report underage access

9. Policy Updates

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements.

When We Update:

• We will update the "Last Updated" date
• Significant changes will be highlighted on our website
• We may notify you via email if you have contacted us
• Continued use of our website indicates acceptance

Types of Updates:

• Minor Changes: Clarifications or corrections
• Major Changes: New data uses or sharing practices
• Legal Updates: Changes in UK data protection law
• Service Changes: New features or functionality

10. Contact Information

For any questions about this Privacy Policy or to exercise your data protection rights, please contact us:

General Contact:

• Website: Contact Form
• Address: BritCasinoList, UK
• Business Hours: Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM GMT