Privacy Policy
Last Updated: January 2026
best-schools.org.uk ("we," "us," "our," or "Company") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website.
PLEASE READ THIS PRIVACY POLICY CAREFULLY. By accessing best-schools.org.uk, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by all the terms of this Privacy Policy.
Information We Collect
We may collect information about you in a variety of ways. The information we may collect on the site includes:
- Personal Data: Name, email address, phone number, and postal address when you voluntarily submit contact forms or sign up for communications.
- Technical Data: IP address, browser type, operating system, and device identifiers.
- Cookie Data: Information stored via cookies and similar tracking technologies (see Cookie Policy section below).
- Usage Data: Pages visited, links clicked, time spent on site, referral source, and interaction patterns.
- Affiliate Data: Tracking identifiers and conversion information related to casino affiliate links and referrals.
How We Use Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- To operate, maintain, and improve our website and services.
- To track affiliate referrals and commissions from linked casino operators.
- To conduct analytics and understand user behaviour to optimise content and functionality.
- To send promotional emails and newsletters (with your consent).
- To respond to your inquiries and provide customer support.
- To comply with legal obligations and enforce our terms of service.
- To detect, prevent, and address fraud, security issues, and technical problems.
Cookie Policy
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience. Our cookies include:
- Essential Cookies: Required for site functionality, security, and basic operations.
- Analytics Cookies: Used to understand how visitors interact with our site (e.g., Google Analytics).
- Affiliate Tracking Cookies: Used to track referrals to casino partners and measure conversion performance.
- Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences.
- Marketing/Advertising Cookies: Used for retargeting and promotional purposes.
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies or alert you when a cookie is being sent. Please note that disabling cookies may affect site functionality. You may also opt out of third-party analytics by visiting the relevant provider's opt-out page.
Third-Party Links
Our website contains links to external casino operators, affiliate partners, and other third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or security of these external sites. Each linked casino or third-party service operates under its own privacy policy and terms of service.
Important Notice: best-schools.org.uk promotes non-Gamstop casinos. We do not control these operators' practices, responsible gambling measures, or regulatory compliance. We strongly recommend reviewing each casino's privacy policy and terms before registering or depositing funds. Gambling carries financial and health risks.
Your interactions with third-party sites are governed by their respective policies, not ours. We encourage you to read their privacy statements before providing personal information.
Your Rights
Under UK GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018, you 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 (subject to legal obligations).
- Right to Restrict Processing: Request limitation of how we use your data.
- Right to Data Portability: Request your data in a structured, portable format.
- Right to Object: Object to processing for marketing, profiling, or other purposes.
- Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent for data processing at any time.
To exercise any of these rights, contact us using the details provided in the Contact Us section below.
If you are unsatisfied with our handling of your data, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) at ico.org.uk.
Data Retention
We retain personal data only as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, or as required by law. Retention periods include:
- Contact Information: Retained for the duration of your relationship with us, plus 3 years after last interaction.
- Affiliate Tracking Data: Retained for 24 months to track conversions and settle commissions.
- Analytics Data: Aggregated and anonymised data may be retained longer; identifiable data deleted after 13-26 months.
- Cookie Data: Varies by cookie type; see your browser settings and our cookie consent tool.
If you request deletion, we will erase your data within 30 days, unless legal or contractual obligations require retention.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, wish to exercise your rights, or need to report a data breach, please contact us:
Email: [email protected]
Website: best-schools.org.uk
We will respond to your inquiry within 30 days of receipt. For UK data protection inquiries, you may also contact the Information Commissioner's Office at ico.org.uk.
This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of the site constitutes acceptance of any changes.