Privacy Policy
Last Updated: January 2026
Welcome to Welsh Harpies (welshharpies.co.uk). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information. We are committed to complying with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other applicable UK data protection laws.
Information We Collect
We collect the following types of information:
- Personal Data: Name, email address, and contact information when you voluntarily provide it through forms, newsletters, or inquiries.
- Technical Data: IP address, browser type, operating system, and device identifiers.
- Cookie Data: Information stored through cookies and similar tracking technologies (see Cookie Policy below).
- Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on site, links clicked, and referral sources.
How We Use Information
We use collected information for the following purposes:
- Analysing website performance and user behaviour through analytics tools.
- Tracking affiliate links and commissions related to William Hill and partner casino operators.
- Improving site content, functionality, and user experience.
- Sending newsletters and promotional content (with your consent).
- Detecting and preventing fraud or misuse of our website.
Cookie Policy
We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience:
- Essential Cookies: Required for site functionality (e.g., session management).
- Analytics Cookies: Track user behaviour to improve the website (e.g., Google Analytics).
- Affiliate Tracking Cookies: Monitor clicks and referrals to William Hill and affiliated operators.
- Marketing Cookies: Personalise content and serve targeted advertisements.
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent. Please note that disabling cookies may affect site functionality. You can also opt out of specific tracking services via their respective opt-out mechanisms.
Third-Party Links
Welsh Harpies contains links to third-party websites, including William Hill and other casino operators. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of external sites. We recommend reviewing the privacy policies of any linked operators before providing personal information. These third parties operate independently and are solely responsible for their data handling practices and compliance with applicable laws.
Your Rights
Under UK GDPR, you have the following rights:
- Right of Access: Request a copy of your personal data held by us.
- Right to Rectification: Correct inaccurate or incomplete data.
- Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your data (subject to legal obligations).
- Right to Restrict Processing: Limit how we use your information.
- Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a structured, 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) at ico.org.uk.
To exercise any of these rights, contact us using the details below.
Data Retention
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by law. Typically:
- Email subscribers: Until unsubscribed.
- Affiliate tracking data: Up to 24 months for commission verification.
- Analytics data: Aggregated anonymously after 26 months.
- Server logs: Up to 90 days.
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:
Email: privacy@welshharpies.co.uk
Website: welshharpies.co.uk
We will respond to all data subject requests within 30 days, in accordance with UK GDPR requirements.
This Privacy Policy was last updated in January 2026 and may be updated periodically to reflect changes in our practices or applicable legislation.