Privacy Policy
Last Updated: January 2026
This Privacy Policy explains how hivebusinessawards.co.uk ("we," "us," "our," or "Site") collects, uses, and protects your personal information. We are committed to complying with applicable data protection laws, including the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR).
Information We Collect
We collect the following types of information:
- Personal Information: Name, email address, and other contact details you voluntarily provide through forms or inquiries.
- Technical Information: IP address, device type, browser type, operating system, and referring website.
- Cookies: Identifiers stored on your device to enhance your browsing experience.
- Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on site, clicks, and interactions with content.
How We Use Information
We use collected information for the following purposes:
- Website analytics and performance monitoring
- Affiliate tracking and commission calculation
- Site improvement and user experience optimization
- Responding to inquiries and customer support
- Compliance with legal and regulatory obligations
- Marketing communications (with your consent)
Cookie Policy
We use cookies to improve your experience on our Site. Cookie types include:
- Essential Cookies: Required for site functionality and security.
- Analytics Cookies: Track user behavior and site performance.
- Affiliate Tracking Cookies: Monitor referrals to casino partners for commission purposes.
- Marketing Cookies: Enable personalized advertising and retargeting.
You may opt-out of non-essential cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect Site functionality. For more information, visit www.aboutcookies.org.
Third-Party Links
Our Site contains links to non-UK casinos and affiliate partners. We do not control these third-party websites or their privacy practices. We are not responsible for their data collection, use, or policies. We strongly encourage you to review their individual privacy policies before providing personal information or engaging in gambling activities. Gambling carries risks; please gamble responsibly.
Your Rights
Under UK GDPR, you have the following rights:
- Right to access your personal data
- Right to rectification of inaccurate information
- Right to erasure ("right to be forgotten")
- Right to restrict processing
- Right to data portability
- Right to object to processing
- Right not to be subject to automated decision-making
If you are a US resident, additional rights may apply under state privacy laws (e.g., CCPA). To exercise any of these rights, contact us using the details below.
Data Retention
We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law. Analytics data is typically retained for up to 26 months. Affiliate tracking data is retained for commission settlement purposes. You may request deletion of your personal 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 privacy concerns, please contact us at:
Email: privacy@hivebusinessawards.co.uk
We will respond to all inquiries within 30 days. If you are unsatisfied with our response, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) at www.ico.org.uk.