Privacy Policy
Last Updated: 2026
This Privacy Policy explains how hamiltoncountyswcd.org ("we," "us," "our," or "Site") collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you visit our website. We are committed to transparency and compliance with applicable UK and international data protection laws, including the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR).
Information We Collect
We collect the following types of information:
- Personal Information: Name, email address, and other contact details you voluntarily provide through forms or inquiries.
- Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device information, and operating system.
- Cookies: Information stored through cookies and similar tracking technologies (see Cookie Policy below).
- Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on site, clicks, referral sources, and browsing behaviour.
How We Use Information
We use the information collected for the following purposes:
- Conducting analytics to understand user behaviour and site performance.
- Tracking affiliate commissions and performance metrics from casino and betting site partners.
- Improving site functionality, content, and user experience.
- Sending marketing communications (with your consent where required).
- Complying with legal obligations and preventing fraud.
Cookie Policy
We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience. These include:
- Essential Cookies: Required for basic site functionality and security.
- Analytics Cookies: Used to track usage patterns and site performance (e.g., Google Analytics).
- Affiliate Tracking Cookies: Used to attribute referrals and commissions to partner casinos and betting sites.
- Marketing Cookies: Used for targeted advertising and remarketing purposes.
You can control cookies through your browser settings and opt-out of non-essential cookies at any time. Please note that disabling certain cookies may limit site functionality.
Third-Party Links
Our Site contains links to third-party casino, betting, and affiliate websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or policies of these external sites. We recommend reviewing their privacy policies before providing personal information or engaging in gambling activities. Third-party operators control their own data collection and processing practices independently of our Site.
Your Rights
Under UK GDPR and applicable data protection laws, you have the following rights:
- Right of Access: Request a copy of personal data we hold about you.
- Right to Rectification: Correct inaccurate or incomplete information.
- Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your data (subject to legal exceptions).
- Right to Restrict Processing: Limit how we use your information.
- Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a portable format.
- Right to Object: Opt-out of marketing communications and certain processing activities.
- Right to Lodge a Complaint: Contact the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) if you believe your rights have been breached.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details below.
Data Retention
We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy, comply with legal obligations, and resolve disputes. Typically, we retain:
- Personal contact information: For the duration of our business relationship plus 3 years.
- Analytics and usage data: Generally 12-24 months.
- Affiliate tracking data: As required for commission calculation and dispute resolution.
You may request deletion of your data at any time, subject to legal and business requirements.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, wish to exercise your rights, or have concerns about our data practices, please contact us at:
Email: privacy@hamiltoncountyswcd.org
We will respond to your request within 30 days. If you are dissatisfied with our response, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the UK Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) at www.ico.org.uk.