Privacy Policy
Last Updated: 2026
Welcome to hi-awards-2016.org.uk ("we," "us," "our," or "Company"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring you have a positive experience on our website. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, including all associated features, applications, and services.
Information We Collect
We collect information in the following ways:
- Personal Information: When you interact with our site, we may collect your name, email address, and other contact details you voluntarily provide.
- Technical Data: We automatically collect your IP address, browser type, operating system, and device information.
- Cookies: We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience and gather usage analytics.
- Usage Data: We track pages visited, time spent on site, links clicked, and other browsing behaviour.
How We Use Information
We use collected information for the following purposes:
- Conducting website analytics and performance monitoring
- Tracking affiliate commissions and referral activity related to casino partners
- Improving website functionality, content, and user experience
- Communicating with you regarding updates or promotional content (with your consent)
- Complying with legal obligations
Cookie Policy
We use the following types of cookies:
- Essential Cookies: Necessary for site functionality and security.
- Analytics Cookies: Track user behaviour and site performance.
- Affiliate Tracking Cookies: Monitor referrals to casino partners.
- Marketing Cookies: Personalise content and track conversion activity.
You can opt-out of non-essential cookies by adjusting your browser settings or clicking the cookie consent banner on our website. Please note that disabling cookies may affect site functionality.
Third-Party Links
Our website contains links to third-party casino operators and affiliate partners. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of external websites. We strongly encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites before providing personal information or engaging in gambling activities. Your use of third-party sites is governed by their respective terms and policies.
Your Rights
Under UK data protection law (including the General Data Protection Regulation as it applies in the UK), you have the following rights:
- Right of Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
- Right of Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
- Right of Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data (subject to legal exceptions).
- Right to Restrict Processing: Request limitation of how we use your data.
- Right to Data Portability: Request your data in a portable format.
- Right to Object: Object to processing of your personal data for marketing purposes.
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 fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law. Affiliate tracking data and cookies are typically retained for up to 12 months. You may request deletion of your data at any time, subject to legal or contractual obligations.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, wish to exercise your data rights, or have concerns about our privacy practices, please contact us:
Email: privacy@hi-awards-2016.org.uk
Website: hi-awards-2016.org.uk
We will respond to your request within 30 days, or as required by applicable law.