Important: This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit our website. By using our site, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.
1. Information We Collect
1.1 Personal Information
We may collect the following types of personal information:
- Name and contact information (email address, phone number)
- Age verification information (to ensure compliance with 18+ requirements)
- IP address and location data
- Device information and browser type
- Website usage patterns and preferences
1.2 Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain information including:
- Log data (IP address, browser type, pages visited)
- Cookies and similar tracking technologies
- Device identifiers and technical information
- Referral sources and exit pages
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information for the following purposes:
- To provide and maintain our comparison service
- To verify age requirements (18+ only)
- To personalize your experience and improve our website
- To communicate with you about our services
- To comply with legal obligations and prevent fraud
- To analyze website traffic and user behavior
- To display relevant casino offers and promotions
3. Information Sharing and Disclosure
3.1 Third-Party Casino Partners
When you click on casino links or sign up through our platform, we may share certain information with our casino partners to:
- Process your registration and account setup
- Ensure you receive applicable bonuses and promotions
- Track affiliate commissions (this helps us keep our service free)
3.2 Service Providers
We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in:
- Website hosting and maintenance
- Analytics and performance monitoring
- Email communications and marketing
- Customer support services
3.3 Legal Requirements
We may disclose your information if required by law or in response to:
- Legal processes or government requests
- Protection of our rights and property
- Investigation of potential violations
- Public safety concerns
4. Data Protection and Security
We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information:
- SSL encryption for data transmission
- Secure servers and databases
- Regular security audits and updates
- Access controls and authentication
- Staff training on data protection
Security Notice: While we strive to protect your personal information, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security but continuously work to improve our protection measures.
5. Your Rights Under UK/EU Data Protection Laws
Under the UK GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018, you have the following rights:
- Right to Access: Request copies of your personal data
- Right to Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate data
- Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data
- Right to Restrict Processing: Request limitation of data processing
- Right to Data Portability: Request transfer of your data
- Right to Object: Object to processing of your personal data
- Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent at any time
6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience. For detailed information about our cookie usage, please see our Cookies Policy.
6.1 Types of Cookies We Use
- Essential cookies for website functionality
- Analytics cookies to understand user behavior
- Marketing cookies for personalized advertising
- Preference cookies to remember your settings
7. Age Restrictions and Compliance
18+ Only: Our website is strictly for users aged 18 and over. We do not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under 18. If you are under 18, please do not use our website or provide any personal information.
We implement age verification measures including:
- Clear age warnings and restrictions
- Age verification prompts
- Compliance with UK Gambling Commission guidelines
- Regular monitoring and enforcement
8. International Data Transfers
Your personal information may be transferred to and processed in countries outside the UK/EU. When this occurs, we ensure adequate protection through:
- Adequacy decisions by the UK/EU authorities
- Standard contractual clauses
- Binding corporate rules
- Other appropriate safeguards
9. Data Retention
We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to:
- Provide our services to you
- Comply with legal obligations
- Resolve disputes and enforce agreements
- Maintain business records as required by law
Typically, we retain data for:
- Account information: Until account deletion or 7 years after last activity
- Website analytics: Up to 26 months
- Marketing communications: Until you unsubscribe
- Legal compliance records: As required by applicable laws
10. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of any material changes by:
- Posting the updated policy on our website
- Updating the "Last updated" date
- Sending email notifications for significant changes
- Displaying prominent notices on our website
11. Contact Information
If you have any questions about this privacy policy or wish to exercise your data protection rights, please contact us:
- Email: [email protected]
- Address: Data Protection Officer, Top Online Casinos UK, London, United Kingdom
- Response Time: We aim to respond to all privacy inquiries within 30 days
You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) if you believe your data protection rights have been violated:
- ICO Website: www.ico.org.uk
- ICO Helpline: 0303 123 1113