Privacy Policy
Last Updated: 2026
This Privacy Policy explains how hacoo.org.uk ("we," "us," "our," or "Site") collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you visit our website. We are committed to protecting your privacy and complying with applicable UK and EU data protection laws.
Information We Collect
We collect the following types of information:
- Personal Information: Name, email address, and any other information you voluntarily provide through contact forms or subscriptions.
- Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device information, operating system, and referral pages.
- Cookies: We use cookies to enhance your browsing experience. See our Cookie Policy section below for details.
- Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on pages, links clicked, and other interaction metrics.
How We Use Information
We use collected information for the following purposes:
- Analytics and site performance monitoring to understand user behaviour and improve content.
- Affiliate tracking to track clicks and referrals to third-party betting and casino operators.
- Site improvement, personalisation, and delivering relevant content.
- Responding to user enquiries and providing customer support.
- Complying with legal obligations.
Cookie Policy
We use the following types of cookies on our Site:
- Essential Cookies: Required for Site functionality.
- Analytical Cookies: Used to track visitor behaviour and site performance (Google Analytics, similar services).
- Affiliate Tracking Cookies: Used to monitor affiliate referrals and commission tracking.
- Marketing Cookies: Used for retargeting and promotional purposes.
You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings or by withdrawing consent via our cookie consent banner. Opting out of non-essential cookies may limit Site functionality.
Third-Party Links
Our Site contains links to external betting sites, casinos, and affiliate operators. We are not responsible for the privacy practices, policies, or content of third-party websites. Each operator maintains its own Privacy Policy. We strongly recommend reviewing their policies before providing personal information or engaging in gambling activities. Third-party operators are solely responsible for their data handling practices.
Your Rights
Under the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and Data Protection Act 2018, you have the following rights:
- Right of Access: Request a copy of your personal data.
- Right to Rectification: Correct inaccurate or incomplete information.
- Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your data ("Right to be Forgotten").
- Right to Restrict Processing: Limit how we use your information.
- Right to Data Portability: Obtain your data in a structured, machine-readable format.
- Right to Object: Oppose processing for marketing or affiliate tracking purposes.
- Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent at any time.
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at [email protected].
Data Retention
We retain personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this Policy. Generally:
- User contact information is retained until you request deletion or unsubscribe.
- Analytics and usage data are retained for up to 12 months.
- Affiliate tracking cookies are retained according to individual affiliate programme requirements (typically 30-90 days).
- Legal or compliance obligations may require longer retention periods.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, wish to exercise your rights, or have privacy concerns, please contact us at:
Email: [email protected]
We will respond to all data subject requests within 30 days in accordance with UK GDPR requirements.
This Privacy Policy may be updated from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date.