Privacy Policy
Last Updated: January 2026
This Privacy Policy ("Policy") applies to rnshipmates.co.uk ("Website") and governs how we collect, use, and protect your personal data. We are committed to transparency and compliance with UK and EU data protection laws, including the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.
Information We Collect
We collect the following types of information from visitors to our Website:
- Personal Information: Name, email address, and any other details you voluntarily provide through contact forms or inquiries.
- Technical Information: Internet Protocol (IP) address, browser type, device information, and operating system.
- Cookies: Data collected through cookies and similar tracking technologies placed on your device.
- Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on the Website, referral sources, and clickstream data.
We do not intentionally collect sensitive personal data (e.g., health, race, religion) unless explicitly provided and consented to.
How We Use Information
We use collected information for the following purposes:
- Analytics: To analyse Website traffic, user behaviour, and performance through tools such as Google Analytics.
- Affiliate Tracking: To monitor affiliate links, validate referrals to William Hill and partner betting sites, and calculate commissions.
- Site Improvement: To enhance user experience, optimise content, and troubleshoot technical issues.
- Communications: To respond to inquiries and send newsletters (where consented).
- Legal Compliance: To comply with legal obligations and enforce our Terms of Use.
We do not sell your personal data to third parties for marketing purposes.
Cookie Policy
Our Website uses the following types of cookies:
- Essential Cookies: Necessary for Website functionality (e.g., session management).
- Analytics Cookies: Track user behaviour and Website performance via Google Analytics and similar tools.
- Affiliate Cookies: Monitor referral links to partner betting operators such as William Hill.
- Marketing Cookies: Used for targeted advertising and retargeting (placed with your consent).
Opt-Out Options: You may disable non-essential cookies by adjusting your browser settings or using our cookie consent manager. However, disabling essential cookies may impair Website functionality. You can also opt out of Google Analytics tracking by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
Third-Party Links
Our Website contains links to external websites, including betting platforms operated by William Hill and other affiliate partners. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third-party websites. We strongly encourage you to review their respective privacy policies before providing any personal information.
When you click affiliate links, your information may be shared with partner operators in accordance with their terms. We act only as a referral service and do not control how external sites handle your data.
Your Rights
Under UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018, you have the following rights:
- Right of Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
- Right to Rectification: Correct inaccurate or incomplete personal data.
- Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data (subject to legal obligations).
- Right to Restrict Processing: Limit how we use your data.
- Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a portable format.
- Right to Object: Opt out of specific processing activities, including marketing.
- Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent to data processing at any time.
To exercise these rights, contact us at [email protected]. We will respond to valid requests within 30 days.
If you are unsatisfied with our response, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) at www.ico.org.uk.
Data Retention
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this Policy:
- Analytics Data: Typically retained for 26 months by Google Analytics.
- Affiliate Tracking Data: Retained for 90 days to 2 years depending on commission resolution periods.
- Email Communications: Retained until you unsubscribe or request deletion.
- Server Logs: Typically retained for 30–90 days.
We will delete or anonymise your data upon request or when no longer required by law.
Contact Us
For questions regarding this Privacy Policy, data subject requests, or to exercise your rights, please contact:
Email: [email protected]
Website: rnshipmates.co.uk
We will acknowledge your request and respond within 30 days in accordance with UK GDPR requirements.
This Privacy Policy is effective from January 2026 and may be updated periodically. Continued use of our Website constitutes acceptance of this Policy.