Privacy Policy

Last Updated: January 2026

This Privacy Policy explains how scottishgriefcafes.com ("we," "us," "our," or "the Site") collects, uses, discloses, and safeguards your information when you visit our website. Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By accessing and using this Site, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this policy.

Information We Collect

We collect information in the following ways:

• Personal Information: Name, email address, and other contact details you voluntarily provide through contact forms or subscriptions.
• Technical Information: IP address, browser type, device type, operating system, and referring URLs.
• Cookies: Data stored on your device to recognise you on repeat visits and track user preferences.
• Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on pages, clicks, scrolling behaviour, and other interaction metrics.

How We Use Information

We use collected information for the following purposes:

• Analysing site traffic and user behaviour through analytics tools.
• Affiliate tracking to identify which referrals lead to conversions on partner betting sites.
• Improving Site functionality, content, and user experience.
• Sending newsletters, updates, and promotional communications (with your consent).
• Detecting and preventing fraud, abuse, and security incidents.
• Complying with legal obligations.

Cookie Policy

We use the following types of cookies:

• Essential Cookies: Required for basic site functionality.
• Analytics Cookies: Track user behaviour and site performance (e.g., Google Analytics).
• Affiliate Tracking Cookies: Identify referrals to partner betting sites.
• Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences.
• Marketing Cookies: Used for targeted advertising and retargeting campaigns.

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent. Disabling cookies may affect Site functionality. For more information, visit www.aboutcookies.org.

Third-Party Links

This Site contains links to third-party betting sites, casinos, and affiliate partners. We are not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or security of external websites. These third parties operate under their own privacy policies, which we encourage you to review before providing any personal information. Your use of third-party sites is at your own risk and subject to their terms and conditions.

Your Rights

Under UK and EU data protection law (UK GDPR), you have the following rights:

• Right of Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
• Right to Rectification: Correct inaccurate or incomplete data.
• Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your data ("right to be forgotten"), subject to legal exceptions.
• Right to Restrict Processing: Limit how we use your data.
• Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a structured, commonly used format.
• Right to Object: Opt out of marketing communications and certain processing activities.
• Rights Regarding Automated Decision-Making: Request human review of automated decisions affecting you.

If you are a US resident, the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) provides additional rights, including the right to know, delete, and opt out of the sale or sharing of personal information. If you are in other jurisdictions, similar privacy rights may apply under local law.

To exercise any of these rights, contact us using the details below.

Data Retention

We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, comply with legal obligations, or resolve disputes. Typically:

• Account and contact information is retained for the duration of your engagement with us, plus 2 years thereafter.
• Analytics and usage data is retained for up to 26 months.
• Affiliate tracking data is retained for 90 days to 2 years, depending on the tracking partner's requirements.
• Marketing communications data is retained until you unsubscribe.

You may request deletion of your data at any time, subject to legal retention requirements.

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: privacy@scottishgriefcafes.com
Website: scottishgriefcafes.com

We will respond to your request within 30 days or as required by law. If you are not satisfied with our response, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) at www.ico.org.uk.

Disclaimer: This Site is for informational purposes only. We do not endorse gambling or encourage irresponsible betting. Gambling can be addictive. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, please contact the National Problem Gambling Clinic or visit www.begambleaware.org.