Privacy Policy
Last Updated: 2026
This Privacy Policy explains how thistle-charity.org ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you visit our website and use our services. We are committed to safeguarding your privacy in accordance with UK data protection laws, including the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.
Information We Collect
We collect the following types of information:
- Personal Data: Name, email address, and other contact information you voluntarily provide
- Technical Data: IP address, browser type, operating system, device type, and timestamps
- Cookies: Information stored via cookies and similar tracking technologies
- 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:
- Website analytics and performance monitoring
- Affiliate tracking and commission attribution
- Site improvement and user experience optimization
- Responding to your enquiries and providing customer support
- Compliance with legal and regulatory obligations
Cookie Policy
We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience. These include:
- Essential Cookies: Required for site functionality
- Analytics Cookies: Track user behaviour and site performance
- Affiliate Tracking Cookies: Monitor referrals and commissions
- Marketing Cookies: Enable targeted advertising and remarketing
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent. Please note that disabling cookies may affect site functionality. For more information, visit aboutcookies.org.
Third-Party Links
Our website contains links to third-party casino operators and affiliate partners. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external websites. We strongly recommend reviewing their privacy policies before providing any personal information. Your use of third-party sites is governed by their own privacy terms, not ours.
Your Rights
Under UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018, you have the following rights:
- Right of Access: Request a copy of your personal data
- Right to Rectification: Correct inaccurate information
- Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your data (subject to exceptions)
- Right to Restrict Processing: Limit how we use your information
- Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a portable format
- Right to Object: Opt-out of certain processing activities
- Right to Lodge a Complaint: Contact the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO)
If you are a US resident, you may have additional rights under applicable state privacy laws.
Data Retention
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy, or as required by law. Analytics data is typically retained for 12 months. Affiliate tracking data is retained in accordance with affiliate programme requirements. You may request deletion of your data at any time, subject to legal obligations.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, wish to exercise your rights, or have concerns about our data practices, please contact us:
Email: [email protected]
Website: thistle-charity.org
If you believe we have violated your privacy rights, you may lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) at ico.org.uk.