Privacy Policy

Last Updated: 2026

Swindon Unison ("we," "us," "our," or "Company") operates swindonunison.org.uk. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, including all associated content, functionality, and services offered thereon (collectively, the "Website").

Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our Website. By accessing and using this Website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect and process the following types of information:

• Personal Information: Name, email address, postal address, and phone number when you voluntarily submit contact forms or subscribe to our services.
• Technical Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, and referring URLs.
• Cookies and Similar Technologies: Information collected through cookies, web beacons, and similar tracking technologies (see Cookie Policy below).
• Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on pages, clicks, and other interaction metrics with our Website.
• Device Information: Device type, unique device identifiers, and mobile network information.

2. How We Use Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• Analytics: Understanding user behavior, website performance, and traffic patterns to improve user experience.
• Affiliate Tracking: Tracking clicks, referrals, and conversions to our casino and gambling affiliate partners, and to calculate commissions.
• Site Improvement: Enhancing our Website's functionality, content, and design based on user feedback and analytics.
• Communication: Responding to inquiries and sending you information about our services (with your consent).
• Legal Compliance: Fulfilling legal and regulatory obligations, including UK gambling regulations.
• Fraud Prevention: Detecting and preventing fraudulent activity and misuse of our Website.

3. Cookie Policy

Our Website uses cookies to enhance your experience. Cookies are small text files stored on your device.

Types of Cookies We Use:

• Essential Cookies: Required for basic website functionality.
• Analytics Cookies: Used to understand how visitors use our Website (e.g., Google Analytics).
• Affiliate Cookies: Used to track referrals and conversions from casino and gambling partners.
• Marketing Cookies: Used for targeted advertising and retargeting purposes.

Cookie Opt-Out: You can control cookies through your browser settings and opt out of specific cookies by:

• Adjusting privacy settings in your web browser
• Using opt-out tools provided by cookie providers (e.g., Google Analytics opt-out browser add-on)
• Visiting industry opt-out platforms such as the Network Advertising Initiative (NAI) or Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA)

Please note that disabling cookies may affect Website functionality.

4. Third-Party Links

Our Website contains links to third-party websites, including online casinos and gambling affiliates. We are not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or practices of these external sites. We recommend reviewing the privacy policies of any third-party websites before providing your personal information.

By clicking on affiliate links, you acknowledge that you are leaving our Website and entering a third-party site governed by its own terms and privacy policy. We encourage responsible gambling and recommend reviewing each casino's licensing, terms, and responsible gambling resources.

5. Your Rights

Under UK and applicable data protection laws, 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 personal data (subject to legal exceptions).
• Right to Restrict Processing: Request limitation of how we use your data.
• Right to Data Portability: Request your data in a structured, commonly used format.
• Right to Object: Object to processing of your data for marketing or profiling purposes.
• Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent for data processing at any time.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details provided in the Contact Us section below.

6. Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, or as required by law. Retention periods vary depending on the type of information and the purpose for which we use it:

• Contact Information: Retained for the duration of our business relationship and for compliance purposes.
• Analytics and Usage Data: Typically retained for up to 26 months.
• Affiliate Tracking Data: Retained according to affiliate program requirements and legal obligations.
• Cookies: Retained according to their individual expiration settings (typically 1-24 months).

When data is no longer needed, it is securely deleted or anonymized.

7. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at:

Email: privacy@swindonunison.org.uk

If you believe we have violated your data protection rights, you also have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO), the UK's independent authority for data protection.

Information Commissioner's Office (ICO)
Website: www.ico.org.uk

This Privacy Policy is effective as of 2026 and may be updated periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of the Website following changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.