Privacy Policy
Last Updated: January 2026
This Privacy Policy explains how dumfriesymca.org ("we," "us," "our," or "Site") collects, uses, and protects your personal information. We are an affiliate website promoting Grosvenor Casino and related gambling services. By accessing this Site, you agree to this Privacy Policy.
Information We Collect
We collect the following types of information:
- Personal Data: Name, email address, and phone number when you voluntarily submit contact forms or sign up for newsletters.
- Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device information, and operating system.
- Cookies: Identifiers stored on your device to track your browsing activity and preferences.
- Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on the Site, links clicked, and referral sources.
How We Use Information
We use your information for the following purposes:
- Analytics and performance monitoring to understand Site traffic and user behaviour.
- Affiliate tracking to measure referrals to Grosvenor Casino and partner sites.
- Site improvement and personalisation of your experience.
- Marketing communications (only with your consent).
- Compliance with legal obligations and fraud prevention.
Cookie Policy
Our Site uses the following types of cookies:
- Essential Cookies: Required for Site functionality and security.
- Analytical Cookies: Track user behaviour and Site performance (Google Analytics).
- Affiliate Cookies: Monitor referrals to Grosvenor Casino and partner operators.
- Marketing Cookies: Support targeted advertising and retargeting campaigns.
You can control cookies through your browser settings or opt out using the cookie consent banner displayed upon your first visit. Please note that disabling essential cookies may affect Site functionality.
Third-Party Links
This Site contains links to Grosvenor Casino, other gambling operators, and affiliate partners. We are not responsible for their privacy practices, data collection, or terms. We strongly recommend reviewing their respective privacy policies before providing personal information. Gambling can be harmful; please gamble responsibly.
Your Rights
Under the UK General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and Data Protection Act 2018, you have the right to:
- Access your personal data held by us.
- Correct inaccurate or incomplete information.
- Request deletion of your data (right to be forgotten).
- Restrict or object to processing.
- Data portability (receive data in a structured format).
- Withdraw consent at any time.
To exercise these rights, contact us using the details below. Please note: US residents may have additional rights under the CCPA; contact us for more information.
Data Retention
We retain personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy, or as required by law. Typically:
- Contact form data: Up to 2 years.
- Analytics data: Up to 26 months.
- Affiliate tracking cookies: Duration of cookie lifespan (typically 30-90 days).
- Compliance records: Up to 7 years where legally required.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your rights, please contact us:
Email: [email protected]
Website: dumfriesymca.org
If you are unsatisfied with our response, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) at ico.org.uk.
This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of the Site constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.