1. Data controller
LuckyPlaySpot is the data controller for personal information collected through this website. For privacy enquiries, contact: privacy@luckyplayspot.com
2. Information we collect
Information you provide
We may collect information you voluntarily submit, such as email addresses when contacting our editorial team or completing reader surveys.
Information collected automatically
When you visit our site, we may automatically collect technical data including IP address, browser type, device type, referring URL, pages viewed, and approximate location (country/region level). This is collected through cookies and similar technologies.
3. How we use your information
We use collected information to:
- Operate and improve our website and editorial content
- Remember your age verification and cookie preferences
- Analyse site usage to understand reader behaviour (with consent)
- Respond to enquiries and corrections
- Comply with legal obligations
4. Cookies
We use the following cookie categories:
- Essential cookies: Required for age verification and cookie consent storage. These cannot be disabled.
- Analytics cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our site. Only set with your consent.
- Affiliate tracking: When you click operator links, third-party cookies may be set by the operator or affiliate network. We do not control these cookies.
You can manage cookie preferences through our consent banner or your browser settings.
5. Legal basis for processing
Under UK GDPR, we process personal data on the following bases:
- Consent: For analytics cookies and optional communications
- Legitimate interests: For site operation, security, and editorial improvement
- Legal obligation: Where required by applicable law
6. Data sharing
We do not sell your personal data. We may share information with:
- Service providers who assist with hosting, analytics, or email (under data processing agreements)
- Affiliate partners when you click through to operator sites (referral tracking only)
- Authorities when required by law
7. Data retention
We retain personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes described. Age verification and cookie consent preferences are stored locally in your browser. Analytics data is retained for up to 26 months.
8. Your rights
Under UK data protection law, you have the right to:
- Access the personal data we hold about you
- Request correction of inaccurate data
- Request erasure of your data
- Object to or restrict certain processing
- Data portability where applicable
- Withdraw consent at any time
To exercise these rights, contact privacy@luckyplayspot.com. You may also lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) at ico.org.uk.
9. International transfers
Some service providers may process data outside the UK. Where this occurs, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as UK International Data Transfer Agreements or adequacy decisions.
10. Children's privacy
Our website is intended for adults aged 18 and over. We do not knowingly collect data from anyone under 18. If you believe we have collected data from a minor, please contact us immediately.
11. Changes to this policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Material changes will be indicated by updating the effective date at the top of this page.