Last updated: June 2026 — James Wilson, Theoldsailors

Privacy Policy

Introduction

Welcome to Theoldsailors, operated at theoldsailors.co.uk. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information when you visit our website. Theoldsailors is a casino and gambling review website serving users in the United Kingdom, providing independent reviews, ratings, and information about online casino platforms.

By accessing or using theoldsailors.co.uk, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with any part of this policy, please discontinue use of the website immediately.

This policy was last updated in 2026 and is compliant with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR), the Data Protection Act 2018, and applicable provisions of the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) where relevant.

Who We Are

The data controller responsible for your personal information collected through theoldsailors.co.uk is:

Name: James Wilson
Website: theoldsailors.co.uk
Role: Owner and Author of Theoldsailors
Location: United Kingdom

Information We Collect

Theoldsailors may collect the following categories of personal and non-personal data when you interact with theoldsailors.co.uk:

Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on site, referring URLs, browser type, device type, and operating system.
IP Addresses: Your IP address may be automatically logged by our hosting provider and analytics services.
Cookie Data: Information gathered through cookies and similar tracking technologies stored on your device.
Contact Information: If you contact us directly, we may collect your name and email address to respond to your enquiry.

How We Use Your Information

The personal data collected through theoldsailors.co.uk is used strictly for the following purposes:

To improve the performance, content, and usability of our website.
To analyse user behaviour and understand how visitors interact with our casino review content.
To respond to direct enquiries or correspondence submitted by users.
To ensure the security and integrity of theoldsailors.co.uk.
To comply with applicable legal obligations under UK and international law.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Theoldsailors.co.uk uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience and gather analytics data. Cookies are small text files stored on your device. We use the following types of cookies:

Essential Cookies: Required for basic website functionality and cannot be disabled.
Analytics Cookies: Used to collect anonymous data on user behaviour through tools such as Google Analytics.
Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences for future visits.
Third-Party Cookies: Placed by external services and advertising partners linked to our casino review content.

You may manage or disable cookies through your browser settings at any time. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of theoldsailors.co.uk.

Third-Party Links and Partners

As a casino review website, theoldsailors.co.uk contains links to third-party casino platforms, affiliate partners, and external services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of any third-party websites. We strongly recommend reviewing the privacy policies of any external sites you visit via links on our platform.

Theoldsailors may participate in affiliate marketing programmes. If you click an affiliate link and register or deposit at a third-party casino, we may receive a commission. This does not affect the price you pay or the independence of our reviews.

Analytics

Theoldsailors.co.uk uses third-party analytics tools, including Google Analytics, to monitor and analyse website traffic. These services may collect anonymised data about your visit. Google Analytics data is processed in accordance with Google's own privacy policy. You may opt out of Google Analytics tracking by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

Your Rights Under UK GDPR and CCPA

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal data:

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 where no legal basis for retention exists.
Right to Restriction: Request that we limit the processing of your data in certain circumstances.
Right to Object: Object to the processing of your personal data for marketing or profiling purposes.
Right to Data Portability: Request transfer of your data to another controller where technically feasible.
CCPA Rights: California residents have the right to know what personal data is collected, to opt out of the sale of personal data, and to request deletion of their data.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us directly using the details provided below.

Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as is necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, or as required by applicable law. Analytics and usage data is typically retained for a period of up to 26 months, after which it is deleted or anonymised.

Children's Privacy

Theoldsailors.co.uk is strictly intended for adults aged 18 and over. Gambling content is not suitable for minors. We do not knowingly collect personal data from individuals under the age of 18. If you believe a minor has submitted personal information to our website, please contact us immediately so that we may take appropriate action.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

James Wilson and Theoldsailors reserve the right to update or amend this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be published on this page at theoldsailors.co.uk with a revised effective date. We encourage you to review this page periodically to stay informed about how we protect your data.

Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or the handling of your personal data, please contact the responsible person directly:

Responsible Person: James Wilson
Website: theoldsailors.co.uk
Role: Owner and Data Controller, Theoldsailors

We aim to respond to all privacy-related enquiries within 30 days of receipt, in accordance with our obligations under UK GDPR. If you are not satisfied with our response, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) at ico.org.uk.