Privacy Policy
Last updated: December 2024
1. Introduction
Welcome to Top 10 Best Casino UK ("we," "our," or "us"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website top10-bestcasino.co.uk (the "Service").
We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring you have a positive experience on our website. This policy is designed to help you understand what information we collect and how we use it in compliance with UK data protection laws, including the UK GDPR.
2. Information We Collect
Personal Data
We may collect personally identifiable information when you voluntarily provide it, including:
- Name and email address (when contacting us)
- IP address and location data
- Browser type and operating system
- Pages visited and time spent on our site
- Referral source and exit pages
Cookies and Tracking
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience:
- Essential Cookies: Required for the website to function properly
- Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our site
- Marketing Cookies: Used to track visitors for advertising purposes
- GCLID Parameters: Google Click ID for tracking advertising effectiveness
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information for the following purposes:
- To provide and maintain our Service
- To respond to your comments, questions, and requests
- To improve our website and user experience
- To analyze usage patterns and trends
- To detect and prevent fraud and abuse
- To comply with legal obligations
- For affiliate marketing purposes (tracking referrals)
4. Legal Basis for Processing
Under UK GDPR, we process your personal data based on the following legal grounds:
- Consent: When you voluntarily provide information or accept cookies
- Legitimate Interests: For website analytics, security, and business operations
- Legal Obligation: To comply with applicable laws and regulations
- Contract Performance: To provide services you've requested
5. Information Sharing and Disclosure
Third-Party Services
We may share your information with trusted third parties who assist us in operating our website:
- Analytics Providers: Google Analytics for website usage analysis
- Hosting Services: For website infrastructure and maintenance
- Casino Partners: When you click on affiliate links (referral tracking only)
- Advertising Networks: For targeted advertising (with consent)
Legal Requirements
We may disclose your information when required by law or to:
- Comply with a subpoena, court order, or legal process
- Respond to government requests
- Protect our rights, property, or safety
- Prevent fraud or investigate security issues
6. Data Retention
We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy:
- Contact Information: 3 years after last communication
- Website Analytics: 26 months (Google Analytics default)
- GCLID Data: As required for affiliate tracking (typically 30-90 days)
- Legal Records: As required by law (typically 6-7 years)
7. Your Rights Under UK GDPR
As a UK resident, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:
Right of Access
You can request copies of your personal data we hold.
Right of Rectification
You can request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
Right of Erasure
You can request deletion of your personal data under certain circumstances.
Right to Restrict Processing
You can request that we limit how we use your data.
Right to Data Portability
You can request transfer of your data to another organization.
Right to Object
You can object to certain types of processing, including direct marketing.
8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use various types of cookies to improve your experience:
Cookie Management
You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.
Essential: Always active (required for website function)
Analytics: Can be disabled in browser settings
Marketing: Can be opted out via cookie preferences
9. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data:
- SSL encryption for data transmission
- Secure hosting infrastructure
- Regular security assessments
- Access controls and authentication
- Data backup and recovery procedures
While we strive to protect your information, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security but are committed to using industry-standard practices.
10. International Data Transfers
Some of our service providers may be located outside the UK. When we transfer your data internationally, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place:
- Adequacy decisions from the UK government
- Standard contractual clauses
- Binding corporate rules
- Certification schemes and codes of conduct
11. Children's Privacy
18+ Only Website
Our Service is not intended for anyone under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18. If we become aware that we have collected personal data from a child under 18, we will take steps to delete such information.
12. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by:
- Posting the new Privacy Policy on this page
- Updating the "Last updated" date
- Sending an email notification for significant changes
You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes. Changes to this Privacy Policy are effective when they are posted on this page.
13. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your rights, please contact us.
Data Controller
Top 10 Best Casino UK
Email: privacy@top10bestcasino.co.uk
Address: We are a digital service operating under UK jurisdiction