Privacy Policy
Last Updated: 2026
This Privacy Policy explains how hillview-cottage.com ("we," "us," "our") collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you visit our website and interact with our content. We are committed to safeguarding your privacy in accordance with UK and EU data protection laws.
Information We Collect
We collect the following types of information:
- Personal Information: Name, email address, and any other information you voluntarily provide through forms or inquiries
- Technical Information: IP address, browser type, device type, operating system, and referring URL
- Cookies: Identifiers stored on your device to track your browsing behaviour
- Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on site, links clicked, and interaction patterns with our affiliate content
How We Use Information
We use collected information for the following purposes:
- Website analytics to understand user behaviour and improve site performance
- Affiliate tracking to monitor referrals and earnings from casino/gambling partners
- Site improvement and personalisation of content
- Responding to user enquiries and communication
- Compliance with legal obligations
Cookie Policy
We use the following types of cookies:
- Essential Cookies: Required for basic site functionality
- Analytics Cookies: Track user engagement and site usage
- Affiliate Cookies: Monitor referral links and commission tracking
- Marketing Cookies: Used by third-party partners for advertising and tracking
You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings and opt out of non-essential cookies. Please note that disabling cookies may affect website functionality.
Third-Party Links
Our website contains links to external casino and gambling affiliate sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or policies of these third-party websites. We recommend reviewing their respective privacy policies before providing personal information or engaging in gambling activities. Your use of external sites is at your own risk.
Your Rights
Under UK GDPR and UK data protection law, you have the following rights:
- Right to access your personal data
- Right to rectification of inaccurate data
- Right to erasure ("right to be forgotten")
- Right to restrict processing
- Right to data portability
- Right to object to processing
- Right to withdraw consent at any time
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details below.
Data Retention
We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy, or as required by law. Analytics and usage data are typically retained for up to 24 months. Affiliate tracking data is retained in accordance with our partner agreements. You may request deletion of your data at any time, subject to legal obligations.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy 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 in accordance with applicable law.