Privacy Policy
Last updated: 20 October 2025
This Privacy Policy explains how strobertbellarmine.org.uk collects, uses, discloses and protects your personal data when you visit our website and read editorial content related to casino games such as Drop The Boss. We operate as an informational/ editorial site. We do not operate a casino, process wagers, or handle player accounts. By using our website, you agree to the practices described below. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of the site. We are established in the United Kingdom and process personal data in accordance with the UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018.
What data we collect
We collect only the information necessary to operate, secure and improve our website.
Data you provide to us
- Contact details (e.g., name, email) when you contact us via forms or email.
- Editorial/feedback submissions you voluntarily send (e.g., comments, suggestions, corrections).
Data collected automatically
- Usage data: pages visited, time on page, referring URL, approximate location (country/region), device/browser type.
- Technical logs: IP address, date/time of requests, HTTP status codes, user agent.
- Cookies & similar tech: see our Cookie Policy for details on essential, analytics and functional cookies.
Third-party sources
If we embed third-party services (e.g., analytics, video players, affiliate tracking links), they may set their own cookies and collect usage data in line with their privacy policies.
Purposes & legal bases for processing
| Purpose | Examples | Legal Basis (UK GDPR) |
| Site operation & security | Load pages, prevent abuse, server logs, caching/CDN | Legitimate interests |
| Analytics & performance | Measure readership, improve content structure | Consent for non-essential cookies; Legitimate interests for aggregated reporting where appropriate |
| Responding to enquiries | Reply to contact emails/requests | Legitimate interests or Contract |
| Compliance | Record-keeping, legal requests | Legal obligation |
| Editorial/affiliate disclosures | Track outbound clicks to partners, where applicable | Consent for cookies/identifiers; Legitimate interests in running the site |
Cookies, analytics & tracking
We use cookies to keep the site functional, measure performance, and remember preferences. Where required, we ask for your consent via a banner on first visit. For details (types, retention, how to opt out), see our separate Cookie Policy. Typical services may include:
- Google Analytics (anonymous usage statistics)
- CDN/performance services (e.g., Cloudflare)
- Optional embeds (e.g., YouTube/Vimeo for videos)
You can withdraw or adjust consent at any time via your browser settings or the cookie banner’s “Manage preferences”.
Disclosures & international transfers
We may share limited data with:
- Service providers: hosting, security, analytics, email services.
- Regulatory or law enforcement: where required by law.
Some providers may be located outside the UK. Where international transfers occur, we implement appropriate safeguards (e.g., UK IDTA, EU SCCs adopted for UK use, or adequacy decisions). We do not sell personal data.
Data retention
We keep personal data only for as long as necessary for the purposes described above:
- Server logs: typically 90–180 days, unless needed longer for security/investigations.
- Contact enquiries: retained while we handle your request and for a reasonable period thereafter.
- Analytics data: retained according to the provider’s configurable settings (commonly 14–26 months) or as aggregated, non-identifiable statistics.
Your rights (UK GDPR)
You have the following rights, subject to conditions and exemptions:
- Access to your personal data
- Rectification of inaccurate or incomplete data
- Erasure
- Restriction of processing
- Data portability
- Object to processing based on legitimate interests
- Withdraw consent for non-essential cookies/marketing at any time
To exercise your rights, contact [email protected]. We may need to verify your identity before acting on your request.
Children’s privacy
Our content is intended for adults interested in informational articles about online gaming. We do not knowingly collect data from individuals under 18. If you believe a minor has provided data to us, contact us and we will delete it promptly.
Third-party links
Our site contains outbound links to third-party websites (including licensed casino operators). We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Review the privacy policies of those sites before providing any data.
Security
We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect personal data (encrypted transport via HTTPS, access controls, least-privilege admin practices, monitoring). However, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure.
Changes to this Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last updated” date. Continued use of the site after changes indicates your acceptance.
Contact us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact: [email protected]
Address: 23 Green Lanes, Palmers Green, London N13 4TT, United Kingdom