Privacy Policy

Last updated: March 2026

This privacy policy explains how Chelmsford Betting Guide collects, uses and protects information when you visit this website. We are committed to safeguarding your privacy and handling your data transparently in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation and the Data Protection Act 2018.

Information We Collect

We collect limited information to operate and improve this website. This falls into two categories.

Automatically collected data includes your IP address, browser type and version, operating system, referring URL, pages visited, time spent on each page and the date and time of your visit. This data is collected through server logs and analytics tools. It does not identify you personally.

Voluntarily provided data includes any information you submit through contact forms or email correspondence, such as your name and email address. We only collect this data when you choose to provide it.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes: to operate and maintain the website, to analyse traffic patterns and user behaviour in aggregate form, to improve our content and user experience, to respond to enquiries you send us, and to comply with legal obligations under United Kingdom law.

We do not use your personal data for automated decision-making or profiling. We do not sell, trade or rent your personal information to third parties.

Legal Basis for Processing

Under UK GDPR, we process your data on the following legal bases: legitimate interest for website analytics and security monitoring, consent for any optional data collection such as contact forms, and legal obligation where required by law.

Cookies and Tracking

This website uses cookies. Full details of the cookies we use and how to manage them are set out in our Cookie Policy. Essential cookies are used to ensure the website functions correctly. Analytics cookies are used only with your consent.

Third-Party Services

We may use third-party services to assist with analytics and website hosting. These services may collect data in accordance with their own privacy policies. Where third-party services process personal data on our behalf, we ensure they comply with UK GDPR requirements through appropriate data processing agreements.

We do not embed third-party advertising networks. This website does not serve targeted or behavioural advertising.

Data Retention

Server logs and analytics data are retained for a maximum of 26 months and then deleted. Any personal data provided through contact forms is retained only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purpose for which it was provided, after which it is securely deleted.

Your Rights

Under UK GDPR you have the right to access the personal data we hold about you, to request correction of inaccurate data, to request deletion of your data, to restrict or object to certain processing, to data portability where applicable, and to withdraw consent at any time where processing is based on consent.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details in the About Us page. We aim to respond to all requests within one calendar month. If you are not satisfied with our response, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office.

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorised access, alteration, disclosure or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

International Transfers

Where data is transferred outside the United Kingdom, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place as required by UK GDPR, including standard contractual clauses or adequacy decisions.

Children

This website is not directed at individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. The content on this site relates to gambling, which is restricted to adults in the United Kingdom.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.