Privacy Policy
Last Updated: 2026
This Privacy Policy explains how absolutelywhangawater.net ("we," "us," "our," or the "Website") collects, uses, and protects your personal information. By accessing and using this Website, you consent to the practices described below.
Information We Collect
We collect the following types of information:
- Personal Information: Name, email address, and other contact details you voluntarily provide when contacting us or subscribing to our content.
- Technical Data: IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URL, and device identifiers.
- Cookies: Persistent and session-based cookies for functionality and tracking purposes (see Cookie Policy below).
- Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on site, clicks, scroll depth, and other behaviour analytics.
How We Use Information
We use collected information for the following purposes:
- To provide, maintain, and improve our Website and services.
- To conduct affiliate tracking and commission reporting with partner casinos.
- To analyse website performance and user behaviour through analytics platforms.
- To send newsletters, updates, and promotional content (where you have opted in).
- To comply with legal obligations and prevent fraud or misuse.
Cookie Policy
We use the following types of cookies:
- Essential Cookies: Required for website functionality.
- Analytics Cookies: Track user behaviour and site performance (e.g., Google Analytics).
- Affiliate Tracking Cookies: Monitor referrals and commissions from casino partners.
- Marketing Cookies: Used for retargeting and personalised advertising.
You may opt out of non-essential cookies through our cookie consent banner. Most browsers also allow you to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent. Please note that disabling cookies may affect Website functionality.
Third-Party Links
This Website contains links to partner casinos and affiliate websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices, terms, or content of third-party sites. Each linked casino operates independently and maintains its own privacy policy. We strongly recommend reviewing their privacy statements before providing personal information or participating in gambling activities.
Your Rights
Under UK and EU data protection law (including UK GDPR), you have the right to:
- Access your personal data and obtain a copy.
- Rectify inaccurate or incomplete information.
- Request erasure of your data ("right to be forgotten").
- Restrict processing of your information.
- Object to processing, including for marketing purposes.
- Withdraw consent at any time.
- Lodge a complaint with the UK Information Commissioner's Office (ICO).
If you are in the United States, certain rights may be available under the CCPA or other state privacy laws. Please contact us for more information.
Data Retention
We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy, or as required by law. Typically:
- Contact information: Retained until you request deletion or unsubscribe.
- Analytics data: Generally retained for 26 months.
- Affiliate tracking data: Retained for up to 12 months for commission purposes.
- Legal and compliance records: Retained as required by applicable law.
Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or wish to exercise your data rights, please contact us at:
Email: [email protected]
We will respond to all data subject requests within 30 days or as required by applicable law.