Privacy Policy
Last Updated: 2026
This Privacy Policy explains how middlesbroughchildrenmatter.co.uk ("we," "us," "our," or "Company") collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you visit our website. Please read this policy carefully.
Information We Collect
We collect the following types of information:
- Personal Information: Name, email address, and other details you voluntarily provide through contact forms or account registration.
- Technical Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, and device identifiers.
- Cookies: First-party and third-party cookies placed on your device to track your browsing activity.
- Usage Data: Pages visited, links clicked, time spent on site, referral sources, and navigation patterns.
How We Use Information
We use collected information for the following purposes:
- Website analytics and performance monitoring.
- Affiliate tracking and commission attribution.
- Site improvement and user experience enhancement.
- Responding to your inquiries and communications.
- Compliance with legal obligations and fraud prevention.
Cookie Policy
Our website uses the following types of cookies:
- Essential Cookies: Required for site functionality and security.
- Analytics Cookies: Google Analytics and similar tools to measure site performance.
- Affiliate Tracking Cookies: Used by third-party casinos and partners to track referrals and commissions.
- Marketing Cookies: For retargeting and promotional purposes.
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.
Third-Party Links
Our website contains links to non-Gamstop casinos and affiliate partners. We do not control these third-party websites and are not responsible for their privacy practices, terms, or content. We strongly encourage you to review the privacy policies and terms of service of any casino or affiliate partner before providing personal information or engaging in gambling activities. Gambling may be harmful; please gamble responsibly.
Your Rights
Under UK and EU data protection law (UK GDPR), you have the following rights:
- Right of Access: Request a copy of your personal data.
- Right to Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate information.
- Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your data (subject to 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 for marketing or analytics.
To exercise these rights, 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, typically:
- Contact information: Until you request deletion.
- Cookies: According to cookie-specific expiration dates (typically 12-24 months).
- Analytics data: Up to 26 months by default (Google Analytics).
- Affiliate data: For the duration of affiliate relationships and legal compliance requirements.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your data rights, please contact us at:
Email: privacy@middlesbroughchildrenmatter.co.uk
We will respond to requests within 30 days. If you are unsatisfied with our response, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the UK Information Commissioner's Office (ICO).
Disclaimer: This website is for informational purposes only. Gambling involves financial risk. If you are struggling with gambling, please seek support from organisations such as GamCare, Gamblers Anonymous, or the National Problem Gambling Clinic.