Privacy Policy
Last Updated: 2026
This Privacy Policy explains how exeterchocolatefestival.co.uk ("we," "us," "our," or "Company") collects, uses, discloses, and otherwise processes personal data in connection with our website and services. Please read this policy carefully.
1. Information We Collect
We collect the following types of information:
- Personal Information: Name, email address, and other information you voluntarily provide when contacting us or signing up for newsletters.
- Technical Information: IP address, browser type, device information, and operating system.
- Cookies and Tracking Data: Information collected through cookies, pixels, and similar technologies to track your browsing behaviour and affiliate conversions.
- Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on site, links clicked, and referral sources.
2. How We Use Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- Analytics and performance measurement of our website.
- Affiliate tracking and commission calculation for casino partner referrals.
- Site improvement and user experience optimization.
- Responding to your inquiries and communications.
- Compliance with legal and regulatory obligations.
3. Cookie Policy
Our website uses cookies to enhance your experience. We use the following types:
- Essential Cookies: Required for site functionality.
- Analytics Cookies: Track user behaviour and site performance.
- Affiliate Cookies: Monitor and attribute casino referrals and conversions.
- Marketing Cookies: Deliver targeted content and advertisements.
You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent. Please note that blocking cookies may affect site functionality.
4. Third-Party Links
Our website contains links to non-UK casinos and affiliate partners. We are not responsible for the privacy practices, terms, or content of these third-party websites. We strongly recommend reviewing their respective privacy policies before providing any personal information or engaging in transactions. Your interactions with these sites are governed by their own terms and policies, not ours.
5. Your Rights
Under UK and EU data protection laws (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 certain exceptions).
- 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 certain processing activities.
- Rights Related to Automated Decision-Making: Challenge decisions made solely by automated means.
If you are a US resident, you may have additional rights under applicable state privacy laws such as CCPA. Contact us for more information.
6. Data Retention
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by law. Affiliate tracking cookies are typically retained for up to 90 days. You may request deletion of your data at any time, subject to legal retention obligations.
7. 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 at:
Email: privacy@exeterchocolatefestival.co.uk
We will respond to your request within 30 days or as required by applicable law.