Privacy Policy
Last Updated: 2026
This Privacy Policy explains how howden-le-wearhistsoc.co.uk ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you visit our website and interact with our Mecca Bingo affiliate content. We are committed to protecting your privacy in accordance with 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 Information: Name, email address, and contact details when you voluntarily submit forms or sign up for notifications.
- Technical Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, and device information.
- Cookies: Data stored on your device to recognise you on repeat visits.
- Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on site, links clicked, and referral sources.
How We Use Information
We use collected information for the following purposes:
- Website analytics and performance monitoring.
- Affiliate tracking and commission attribution (when you click through to Mecca Bingo or partner sites).
- Site improvement and user experience enhancement.
- Responding to enquiries and providing customer support.
- Compliance with legal and regulatory obligations.
Cookie Policy
Our website uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookie types include:
- Essential Cookies: Required for site functionality and security.
- Analytics Cookies: Track website usage and visitor behaviour.
- Affiliate Tracking Cookies: Monitor clicks and conversions for affiliate partnerships.
- 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 certain cookies may affect site functionality.
Third-Party Links
Our website contains links to external websites, including Mecca Bingo and other casino/gambling affiliates. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third-party sites. We strongly encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing personal information or creating accounts. Your use of third-party websites is governed by their own terms and privacy policies, not ours.
Your Rights
Under UK GDPR, you have the following rights:
- Right of Access: Request a copy of your personal data.
- Right to Rectification: Correct inaccurate or incomplete information.
- Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your data (subject to legal restrictions).
- 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 marketing communications or processing for specific purposes.
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the details below.
Data Retention
We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes stated in this policy, or as required by law. Generally:
- Analytics data is retained for up to 12 months.
- Affiliate tracking data is retained for the duration required by affiliate partners and relevant regulations.
- Email enquiries are retained for 2 years unless you request deletion.
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]
You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) at www.ico.org.uk if you believe we have breached your data protection rights.