Privacy Policy

Effective date: 15 January 2026

1. Introduction

TopCasinoSphere (“we”, “us”, “our”) is an editorial and comparison website available at topcasinosphere.com. We are not a gambling operator and we do not process gambling transactions. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect and use personal data when you access our pages, click outbound links, submit contact requests, or interact with cookies and related technologies. We designed this policy for UK users and align our handling approach with the UK GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018 principles.

We aim to describe our practices in plain language. If any section is unclear, you can contact us at privacy@topcasinosphere.com and we will explain how a specific data process works in your case. By continuing to use our website, you acknowledge this policy and our cookie practices. If you disagree, you should stop using the site and clear cookies in your browser settings.

2. Information We Collect

We collect limited categories of data. This includes technical information such as IP address, browser type, device type, language preference, referring URL, and visit timing. We also collect interaction data such as viewed pages, clicks on comparison cards, and broad geographic indicators at country or region level. This helps us understand which sections of the site are useful and where content may need updates.

When you contact us, we collect the details you provide, such as name, email address, subject line, and the content of your message. We may also process communications metadata, including timestamp and message routing logs. We do not request payment card details, account passwords, or sensitive gambling account credentials. If you send unnecessary sensitive data, we will delete it when practical unless legal obligations require temporary retention.

3. How Information Is Collected

Data is collected through direct submissions, automatic technologies, and service logs. Direct submissions happen when you email us or use any contact form. Automatic collection happens through server logs and analytics cookies, subject to your cookie choices. Service providers supporting hosting, security monitoring, and performance analytics may generate additional log records on our behalf.

We also use affiliate tracking parameters when users click outbound casino links. These parameters generally identify campaign source and do not include your personal identity as plain text. Their purpose is attribution and performance measurement so we can assess whether pages remain useful and financially sustainable. We contractually require providers to process data according to lawful instructions and confidentiality controls.

4. How We Use Information

We use personal data to operate and improve our editorial platform, respond to inquiries, prevent misuse, monitor security, and maintain compliance records. Contact details are used to answer your requests or provide follow-up clarification. Technical and analytics data supports site diagnostics, content planning, and anti-fraud controls. We also use aggregated interaction trends to prioritize updates to casino reviews and responsible gambling information.

Where affiliate reporting is used, we process click and performance data to understand which pages perform and where disclosures should be improved. This supports business continuity but does not override user rights. We do not sell personal data in a consumer broker model, and we do not build personality profiles for unrelated marketing campaigns. Any direct email communication from us is limited to responding to your initiated contact unless you separately request updates.

5. Legal Basis Under UK GDPR

Our primary legal bases are legitimate interests, consent, and legal obligation. Legitimate interests apply to running a secure website, improving editorial content, and measuring aggregate engagement. Consent applies where non-essential cookies are used, and you can withdraw that consent later through browser controls or site mechanisms where available. Legal obligation applies when we must retain records for compliance, enforcement, or lawful requests.

In limited scenarios, processing may also be necessary for pre-contractual communication where you request partnership or service details. We assess proportionality before relying on legitimate interests and consider your rights and expectations. If we process data on consent, we aim to capture consent clearly and avoid bundled requests that reduce user control. You may challenge our legal basis by contacting us directly.

6. Sharing of Information

We share data only when necessary with trusted service providers, such as web hosting vendors, analytics processors, security tools, and communication platforms. These providers act under instructions and must apply appropriate safeguards. We may also share limited data with affiliate network partners for click attribution and fraud checks. Such sharing is restricted to operational and reporting purposes.

We may disclose data where required by law, court order, regulator request, or to protect legal rights, user safety, or platform integrity. If TopCasinoSphere undergoes corporate restructuring, data may be transferred as part of that process under confidentiality protections. We do not permit third parties to use your data for unrelated targeting without a legal basis. Any onward transfer requirements are addressed through contractual controls.

7. Cookies and Similar Technologies

We use cookies for essential functions, analytics measurement, performance tuning, and preference retention. Essential cookies help the site work securely and support core features such as consent memory and navigation stability. Analytics cookies provide aggregated usage insights that improve content quality and page speed. Functional cookies may remember your interactions, while advertising-related tracking can occur through affiliate systems where permitted.

You can accept or decline non-essential cookies through our banner. Browser settings can also block or delete cookies. Disabling some cookies may reduce convenience, but core pages should still load. For more details, visit our Cookie Policy page. We do not intentionally use deceptive consent prompts, and we aim to keep cookie language concise and understandable.

8. Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as needed for the purpose collected, unless a longer period is required by law or for dispute handling. Contact emails are typically retained for operational continuity and recordkeeping, then reviewed for deletion on a periodic schedule. Security logs are retained for monitoring and incident response, then rotated. Analytics data may be aggregated or anonymized to reduce identifiability over time.

Retention windows vary by data type, legal requirements, and risk context. When data is no longer needed, we delete it, anonymize it, or securely isolate archives where immediate deletion is not technically feasible. Backup cycles may delay final erasure for a short period. We apply reasonable controls to prevent unnecessary retention and to keep storage proportional to business needs.

9. Your UK GDPR Rights

Subject to legal limits, you may request access, rectification, erasure, restriction, objection, and data portability. You may also withdraw consent where consent is the legal basis. To exercise rights, contact privacy@topcasinosphere.com and include enough information for identity verification and request scope. We may ask follow-up questions to avoid unauthorized disclosure.

We respond within applicable legal timeframes and explain any lawful reason for refusal or partial refusal. If you are unsatisfied, you can lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office. We encourage users to contact us first so we can address concerns quickly and transparently. Rights requests are logged for accountability and service quality review.

10. International Transfers

Some service providers may process data outside the UK. When transfers occur, we use safeguards such as contractual clauses, security assessments, and provider due diligence to protect personal data. We seek providers with clear technical and organizational controls and documented incident procedures. Transfer risk is reviewed periodically based on service changes and legal developments.

No transfer mechanism guarantees zero risk, but we apply commercially reasonable measures to reduce exposure. If you need details about transfer safeguards used for a specific provider category, contact us and we will explain what can be disclosed without weakening security posture. We also limit transfer volume by minimizing personal data collection in the first place.

11. Children and 18+ Requirement

TopCasinoSphere is intended for users aged 18 and over. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If we learn that under-18 data has been submitted, we will take steps to delete it promptly, unless legal obligations require temporary preservation for investigation. Parents or guardians who believe a child has provided data should contact us immediately.

Because our content covers gambling-related services, age restrictions are a core safety control. We display age reminders and use an age confirmation gate on key pages. This does not replace parental supervision or device-level controls, which remain important for households with mixed-age users.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy when our services, legal obligations, or technology providers change. Updated versions are posted on this page with an effective date. Material changes may be highlighted in site notices where practical. Continued use of the website after updates indicates acknowledgment of the revised policy.

We recommend reviewing this page periodically, especially before submitting personal data. If a change substantially affects your rights or expectations, we will aim to provide clear explanations and revised controls where needed. Historical copies may be retained for compliance evidence and internal governance purposes.

13. Contact

For privacy questions, rights requests, or concerns about this policy, contact: privacy@topcasinosphere.com.

You can also write to TopCasinoSphere via the contact page on our website. Please include relevant URLs, dates, and screenshots when reporting a concern, so we can investigate efficiently and provide a complete response.