Privacy Policy

Last Updated: January 2026

Alnefest ("we," "us," "our," or "Company") operates the website alnefest.co.uk. 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 and using alnefest.co.uk, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by all the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our website.

Information We Collect

We collect information in the following ways:

• Personal Information: When you voluntarily provide it (e.g., name, email address, contact details) through contact forms or newsletter subscriptions.
• IP Address: Your Internet Protocol (IP) address is automatically collected when you visit our website.
• Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies, web beacons, and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience and gather usage analytics.
• Usage Data: Information about how you interact with our website, including pages visited, time spent, referral sources, and clickthrough behaviour.
• Device Information: Browser type, operating system, device type, and other technical details.

How We Use Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• Analytics: To analyse website traffic, user behaviour, and performance metrics to understand how visitors use alnefest.co.uk.
• Affiliate Tracking: To track referrals to affiliated casinos and gambling operators, ensuring accurate commission calculation and compliance with affiliate agreements.
• Site Improvement: To improve website functionality, user experience, content, and services.
• Communications: To send you newsletters, updates, and promotional information (with your consent where required).
• Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable UK and international laws and regulations.
• Fraud Prevention: To detect, prevent, and address technical or security issues.

Cookie Policy

Our website uses the following types of cookies:

• Essential Cookies: Required for website functionality and security.
• Analytics Cookies: Used to track visitor behaviour and site performance (e.g., Google Analytics).
• Affiliate Tracking Cookies: Used to attribute referrals to our affiliate partners.
• Marketing Cookies: Used to deliver personalised content and advertising.

Opt-Out Options: 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 website functionality. You can also opt out of Google Analytics tracking by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

Third-Party Links

Alnefest.co.uk contains affiliate links to third-party casinos, gambling operators, and other service providers. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external websites. We strongly encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites before providing personal information or engaging with their services. Your use of third-party websites is at your own risk and subject to their terms and conditions.

Your Rights

Under the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and Data Protection Act 2018, you have the following rights:

• Right of Access: You have the right to request a copy of personal data we hold about you.
• Right to Rectification: You have the right to request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information.
• Right to Erasure: You have the right to request deletion of your personal data under certain circumstances ("Right to be Forgotten").
• Right to Restrict Processing: You have the right to request we limit how we use your information.
• Right to Data Portability: You have the right to request your data in a portable format.
• Right to Object: You have the right to object to certain types of processing.
• Right to Withdraw Consent: If we rely on consent, you may withdraw it at any time.

If you are a resident of the United States, you may have rights under applicable state privacy laws. For queries regarding your privacy rights, please contact us using the details below.

Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. Analytics data is typically retained for up to 26 months. Affiliate tracking data is retained for the duration of our affiliate relationships and any associated commission disputes. You may request deletion of your data subject to legal or contractual obligations.

Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at:

Email: privacy@alnefest.co.uk
Website: alnefest.co.uk

If you believe we have violated your privacy rights or wish to lodge a complaint, you also have the right to contact the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) at ico.org.uk or call 0303 123 1113.

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