Privacy Policy

Last Updated: January 2026

indoorgolfacademies.co.uk ("we," "us," or "our") operates as an affiliate website providing information and promotional content related to Mecca Bingo and other gambling operators. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information in compliance with UK data protection laws, including the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information from you:

• Personal Information: Name, email address, and other contact details you voluntarily provide through contact forms or newsletter subscriptions.
• Technical Information: IP address, device type, browser type, and operating system.
• Cookies and Tracking Data: Information collected through cookies and similar tracking technologies (see Cookie Policy below).
• Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on site, clicks, referral sources, and other behavioural analytics.

How We Use Information

We use the information collected for the following purposes:

• To provide, maintain, and improve our website and user experience.
• For affiliate tracking and commission attribution when you click through to partner operators.
• To conduct website analytics and understand visitor behaviour.
• To send you marketing communications and promotional updates (with your consent).
• To comply with legal obligations and protect against fraud.
• To respond to your enquiries and customer support requests.

Cookie Policy

Our website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience. Types of cookies we use include:

• Essential Cookies: Necessary for site functionality (e.g., session management).
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our site (e.g., Google Analytics).
• Affiliate Tracking Cookies: Used to track referrals to partner gambling operators and attribute commissions.
• Marketing Cookies: Used for targeted advertising and remarketing purposes.

You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect site functionality. For more information, visit www.allaboutcookies.org.

Third-Party Links

Our website contains links to external websites, including online casinos, bingo operators, and other gambling affiliates. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third-party websites. Each linked operator maintains its own privacy policy, and we strongly encourage you to review their terms before providing any personal information or engaging in gambling activities. Your use of third-party sites is at your own risk and governed by their respective policies.

Your Rights

Under UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018, you have the following rights:

• 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 ("Right to be Forgotten").
• Right to Restrict Processing: Request limitation of how we use your data.
• Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a structured, portable format.
• Right to Object: Object to processing for direct marketing or other purposes.
• Right to Lodge a Complaint: File a complaint with the UK Information Commissioner's Office (ICO).

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details provided in the Contact Us section below.

Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, or as required by law. Generally:

• Email addresses and contact information are retained until you unsubscribe or request deletion.
• Affiliate tracking data is retained for accounting and commission purposes (typically 7 years for tax compliance).
• Analytics data is typically retained for 26 months.
• IP addresses and technical logs are retained for security purposes (typically 90 days).

You may request deletion of your data at any time, subject to legal retention obligations.

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: indoorgolfacademies.co.uk

If you are not satisfied with our response, you may lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) at www.ico.org.uk or call 0303 123 1113.

Please note: Gambling can be addictive. If you are concerned about your gambling, visit www.gambleaware.co.uk or contact the National Problem Gambling Clinic.