Privacy Policy
Last Updated: 2026
This Privacy Policy explains how dawlishartsfestival.org.uk ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, and protects your personal data. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency in our data practices. Please read this policy carefully.
Information We Collect
We collect the following types of information:
- Personal Data: Name, email address, and contact information you voluntarily provide when subscribing or contacting us
- Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device information, and operating system
- Cookies: Persistent and temporary cookies stored on your device (see Cookie Policy below)
- Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on site, links clicked, referral sources, and interaction patterns
How We Use Information
We use collected information for the following purposes:
- Analytics and performance monitoring to understand user behaviour and improve site functionality
- Affiliate tracking and commission purposes to credit partner casinos and betting sites
- Site improvement and personalisation of content
- Responding to your enquiries and communications
- Compliance with legal obligations
Cookie Policy
We use the following types of cookies:
- Essential Cookies: Required for website functionality
- Analytical Cookies: Track user behaviour and site performance (Google Analytics)
- Affiliate Cookies: Monitor referrals to partner casinos and betting sites
- Marketing Cookies: Support advertising and retargeting campaigns
You can opt-out of non-essential cookies by adjusting your browser settings or declining consent during your first visit. Please note that disabling essential cookies may affect site functionality.
Third-Party Links
Our website contains links to third-party casinos, betting sites, and affiliate partners. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external websites. We strongly encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party site before providing personal information or engaging in gambling activities. Your use of third-party sites is governed by their respective terms and privacy policies, not ours.
Your Rights
Under the UK General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and UK Data Protection Act 2018, you have the following rights:
- Right of Access: Request a copy of your personal data
- Right to Rectification: Correct inaccurate or incomplete data
- Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your data (subject to legal limitations)
- 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 processing
- Rights Related to Automated Decision Making: Request human review of automated decisions
To exercise these rights, contact us using the details below.
Data Retention
We retain personal data for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy. Typically:
- Contact information is retained for 3 years after your last interaction
- Analytical data is retained for 26 months
- Affiliate tracking data is retained for 90 days
You may request deletion of your data at any time, subject to legal and contractual obligations.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, wish to exercise your rights, or file a complaint, please contact us at:
Email: [email protected]
You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) at www.ico.org.uk if you believe we have violated your data protection rights.