Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy: We respect your privacy and are committed to being transparent about how we collect and use your data.
Effective Date: 1 January 2026  |  Last Updated: March 2026  |  Data Controller: StakesBook

1. Who We Are

StakesBook (“we”, “us”, “our”) operates the website at stakesbook.com. We are registered as a data controller and process personal data in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR), the Data Protection Act 2018, and other applicable privacy laws.

For privacy-related enquiries: [email protected]

2. What Data We Collect

Data You Provide to Us

• Contact form submissions: Name, email address, message content, and subject matter
• Newsletter sign-ups: Email address and preferences
• Comments or user submissions: Name, email, and content submitted

Data Collected Automatically

• Usage data: Pages visited, time on site, referring URLs, clicks
• Technical data: IP address, browser type, operating system, device type
• Cookie data: As described in our Cookie Policy

Data from Third Parties

• Analytics providers: Aggregated and pseudonymised usage statistics
• Affiliate tracking: Click IDs and conversion events linked to affiliate referrals
• Advertising platforms: Audience segment data for targeted advertising (where applicable)

3. Why We Collect Data (Legal Basis)

4. Cookies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website. These include essential cookies required for the site to function, analytics cookies that help us understand how visitors use the site, and affiliate tracking cookies used to attribute referrals. For full details, please read our Cookie Policy.

You can manage your cookie preferences at any time through your browser settings or our cookie consent tool.

5. Third-Party Sharing

We do not sell your personal data. We may share data with:

• Analytics providers (e.g., Google Analytics) — under data processing agreements
• Email service providers — for newsletter delivery
• Affiliate network partners — click and conversion tracking data only
• Legal authorities — when required by law or to protect our legal rights
• Website hosting & CDN providers — to operate the site

All third-party processors are bound by data processing agreements and may not use your data for their own marketing purposes.

6. International Data Transfers

Some of our service providers operate outside the UK/EEA. Where data is transferred internationally, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, including Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) approved by the ICO, or equivalent mechanisms.

7. Data Retention

• Contact enquiries: 2 years from last communication
• Newsletter subscriber data: Until you unsubscribe, plus 30 days
• Analytics data: Up to 26 months (aggregated)
• Affiliate tracking data: Up to 24 months
• Legal records: As required by applicable law (typically 6–7 years)

8. Your Rights

Under UK GDPR, you have the following rights:

• Right of Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you
• Right to Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate data
• Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your data (“right to be forgotten”)
• Right to Restriction: Request we limit processing of your data
• Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format
• Right to Object: Object to processing based on legitimate interests or for marketing
• Rights re: Automated Decision Making: We do not make automated decisions with significant legal effects

To exercise any of these rights, contact [email protected]. We will respond within 30 days. You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) at ico.org.uk.

9. Security

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorised access, loss, or destruction. These include SSL/TLS encryption, access controls, and regular security reviews. No method of internet transmission is 100% secure; we cannot guarantee absolute security.

10. Children’s Privacy

StakesBook is not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors. If we become aware that we have collected data from someone under 18, we will delete it promptly.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Material changes will be notified via a notice on our website. The “Last Updated” date at the top of this page will always reflect the most recent revision. Continued use of the site after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

12. Contact

For any privacy-related questions or to exercise your rights:
📧 [email protected]
Or use our Contact Page.