Privacy Policy

Last Updated: January 2026

This Privacy Policy explains how tandemtriathlon.org.uk ("we," "us," "our," or the "Site") collects, uses, shares, and protects your personal information. We are committed to transparency and compliance with UK data protection laws, including the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

Please note: This Site provides affiliate links and promotional content related to online casinos and betting operators. We are not the operator of these services and do not directly offer gambling facilities.

1. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of information:

Personal Data: Name, email address, and any other details you voluntarily provide through contact forms or newsletter sign-ups.
Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device type, operating system, and pages visited on our Site.
Cookies: Information stored on your device via cookies and similar tracking technologies.
Usage Data: How you interact with our Site, including click-through rates, time spent on pages, referral sources, and conversion activities.
Affiliate Tracking Data: Identifiers used to track visits and conversions to third-party gambling operators for commission purposes.

2. How We Use Information

We use the information collected for the following purposes:

To operate and improve the Site's functionality and user experience.
To conduct analytics and measure the performance of content and affiliate links.
To track affiliate conversions and attribute commissions accurately to third-party operators.
To send newsletters, updates, and promotional content (with your consent).
To respond to inquiries and provide customer support.
To comply with legal obligations and protect against fraud or misuse.

3. Cookie Policy

Our Site uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience:

Essential Cookies: Necessary for Site functionality (e.g., session management).
Analytics Cookies: Used to understand visitor behavior and Site performance (e.g., Google Analytics).
Affiliate Tracking Cookies: Used to track referrals and conversions to third-party gambling operators.
Marketing Cookies: Used for targeted advertising and promotional purposes.

You can control cookies through your browser settings and opt out of non-essential cookies. Please note that disabling cookies may affect Site functionality. Third-party operators linked from our Site may also set their own cookies; please review their privacy policies for details.

4. Third-Party Links

Our Site contains links and promotional content for online casinos, betting sites, and other gambling operators. We do not control these third-party websites or their privacy practices. When you visit a linked operator's site, you are subject to their own privacy policies and terms. We recommend reviewing their policies before providing personal information or engaging with their services.

We are not responsible for the data practices, security, or content of third-party operators. Your use of linked sites is at your own risk.

5. Your Rights

Under UK data protection laws, including 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 or incomplete data.
Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your data ("right to be forgotten"), subject to legal exceptions.
Right to Restrict Processing: Request that we limit how we use your data.
Right to Data Portability: Request your data in a portable, machine-readable format.
Right to Object: Object to processing for marketing, analytics, or affiliate tracking purposes.
Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent for data processing at any time.

To exercise these rights, contact us using the details in the "Contact Us" section below.

6. Data Retention

We retain personal data for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or as required by law. Specifically:

Contact information and newsletter sign-ups are retained until you unsubscribe or request deletion.
Analytics and affiliate tracking data are typically retained for 12–24 months.
Cookies are retained according to their expiration dates (typically 30 days to 2 years).
Data related to legal compliance or fraud prevention may be retained longer as required.

7. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, wish to exercise your data rights, or have concerns about our data practices, please contact us:

Email: [email protected]
Website: tandemtriathlon.org.uk

We aim to respond to all inquiries within 30 days. If you are not satisfied with our response, you may lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) at www.ico.org.uk.

Disclaimer: This Privacy Policy is provided for informational purposes. Gambling can be harmful. If you experience gambling-related difficulties, please contact Gamble Aware or the National Council for Problem Gambling for support.