Privacy Policy
Ms Robin Hood • Data Protection & Cookie Policy
Effective Date: 15th December 2024 | Last Updated: 15th December 2024
At Ms Robin Hood, we are committed to protecting your privacy and personal data in accordance with UK data protection laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information when you visit our website or use our gaming services. We believe in transparency and want you to understand your rights regarding your personal data.
1. Information We Collect
Personal Information You Provide:
- Account registration details (name, email address, date of birth)
- Contact information and correspondence
- Gaming preferences and account settings
- Payment and transaction information (processed securely by third parties)
- Identity verification documents (for age verification and responsible gaming)
Information Automatically Collected:
- Device information (browser type, operating system, screen resolution)
- Usage data (pages visited, time spent, gameplay statistics)
- IP address and approximate location
- Cookies and similar tracking technologies
2. How We Use Your Information
We process your personal data for the following purposes:
- Service Provision: To provide gaming services and account management
- Age Verification: To ensure compliance with UK gambling regulations
- Responsible Gaming: To implement safer gambling measures and self-exclusion tools
- Customer Support: To respond to enquiries and provide assistance
- Legal Compliance: To meet regulatory requirements and prevent fraud
- Marketing Communications: To send promotional content (with your consent)
- Website Improvement: To analyse usage and enhance user experience
3. Cookie Policy and Tracking
We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience:
Essential Cookies:
- Session management and authentication
- Security and fraud prevention
- Basic website functionality
Analytics Cookies:
- Yandex Metrika for website analytics
- Usage statistics and performance monitoring
- User behaviour analysis (anonymised)
Cookie Management: You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences. Disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.
4. Data Protection and Security
We implement robust security measures to protect your personal information:
- Encryption: All data transmission uses SSL/TLS encryption
- Access Controls: Strict employee access limitations
- Regular Audits: Ongoing security assessments and updates
- Secure Hosting: Industry-standard data centre protection
- Incident Response: Procedures for data breach management
Data Breach Notification: In the unlikely event of a data breach affecting your personal information, we will notify you and relevant authorities within 72 hours as required by GDPR.
5. Your Rights and Data Access
Under UK data protection law, you have the following rights:
- Right of Access: Request copies of your personal data
- Right to Rectification: Correct inaccurate or incomplete information
- Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data
- Right to Restrict Processing: Limit how we use your data
- Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a structured format
- Right to Object: Opt-out of certain data processing activities
- Right to Withdraw Consent: Remove consent for marketing communications
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details in Section 9.
6. Third-Party Services and Integrations
We work with trusted third-party providers for:
- Game Providers: NetEnt AB for slot game content
- Analytics: Yandex Metrika for website statistics
- Payment Processing: Secure payment gateways (PCI DSS compliant)
- Customer Support: Help desk and live chat services
- Age Verification: Identity verification services
All third-party providers are contractually bound to protect your data and comply with applicable data protection laws.
7. Marketing Communications and Preferences
We may send you marketing communications about:
- New game releases and features
- Promotional offers and bonuses
- Industry news and updates
- Responsible gaming information
Consent and Opt-Out: We only send marketing emails with your explicit consent. You can unsubscribe at any time using the link in our emails or by contacting us directly.
8. Data Retention Policies
We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary:
- Account Data: Whilst your account remains active
- Transaction Records: 7 years for financial compliance
- Marketing Data: Until you withdraw consent
- Analytics Data: Anonymised after 2 years
- Support Enquiries: 3 years for service improvement
Upon account closure, we will delete your personal data within 30 days, except where retention is required by law.
9. Contact Information for Privacy Enquiries
For any questions about this Privacy Policy or to exercise your data rights, please contact us:
Email: [email protected]
Data Protection Officer: [email protected]
Response Time: We aim to respond within 30 days
If you're not satisfied with our response, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) at ico.org.uk
10. GDPR Compliance Statement
Ms Robin Hood is fully compliant with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and UK data protection laws. Our lawful basis for processing personal data includes:
- Legitimate Interest: Providing gaming services and fraud prevention
- Legal Obligation: Age verification and regulatory compliance
- Consent: Marketing communications and non-essential cookies
- Contract Performance: Account management and customer support
11. Age Verification and Responsible Gaming
We are committed to responsible gaming and protecting minors:
- Age Verification: Strict 18+ age verification processes
- Self-Exclusion Tools: Options to limit or suspend gaming activity
- Spending Limits: Deposit and loss limit controls
- Reality Checks: Time and spending notifications
- Support Resources: Links to gambling addiction support services
Important: If you're struggling with gambling, please seek help from GamCare (gamcare.org.uk) or call the National Gambling Helpline on 0808 8020 133.
Policy Updates
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of any significant changes by email or prominent website notice.
Please review this policy regularly to stay informed about how we protect your privacy.