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Privacy Policy

This privacy policy explains how UK Horse Racing Results collects, uses and protects personal data when you visit our website. We are committed to safeguarding your privacy in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

Data Controller

UK Horse Racing Results operates as the data controller for personal information collected through this website. If you have questions about how your data is handled, you may contact us through the details provided on our site.

What Data We Collect

We may collect the following categories of personal data when you use our website:

  • Technical data: IP address, browser type and version, operating system, time zone setting, device type and screen resolution.
  • Usage data: pages visited, time spent on pages, navigation paths, referring URLs and exit pages.
  • Cookie data: identifiers stored on your device for analytics and functionality purposes, as described in our Cookie Policy.

We do not collect names, email addresses or payment details unless you voluntarily submit them through a contact form or newsletter subscription. We do not process special category data as defined under Article 9 of the UK GDPR.

How We Collect Data

Data is collected through automated technologies when you browse our website. These include cookies, server log files and similar tracking technologies. No data is collected through hidden means or without the opportunity for you to manage your preferences.

Legal Basis for Processing

We process personal data on the following legal grounds:

  • Legitimate interests (Article 6(1)(f) UK GDPR): to operate, maintain and improve our website, analyse usage patterns and ensure security. We have assessed that these interests do not override your fundamental rights and freedoms.
  • Consent (Article 6(1)(a) UK GDPR): for non-essential cookies and any optional data collection. You may withdraw consent at any time through your browser settings or our cookie management tool.

How We Use Your Data

Personal data we collect is used for the following purposes:

  • Delivering and maintaining website functionality.
  • Analysing traffic and usage patterns to improve content and user experience.
  • Monitoring website security and preventing misuse.
  • Complying with legal obligations.

We do not use personal data for automated decision-making or profiling that produces legal effects.

Data Sharing

We may share personal data with the following categories of recipients:

  • Analytics providers that help us understand website usage. These processors act on our instructions and are bound by data processing agreements.
  • Hosting and infrastructure providers that store and deliver our website content.
  • Law enforcement or regulatory authorities where required by law.

We do not sell personal data to third parties. We do not share personal data with advertisers for their independent marketing purposes.

International Transfers

Some of our service providers may process data outside the United Kingdom. Where this occurs, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, including standard contractual clauses approved by the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) or reliance on adequacy decisions.

Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy. Server log data is typically retained for 90 days. Analytics data is retained in aggregated, anonymised form. Cookie lifespans are detailed in our Cookie Policy.

Your Rights

Under the UK GDPR, 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 data.
  • Right to erasure: request deletion of your data in certain circumstances.
  • Right to restrict processing: request that we limit how we use your data.
  • Right to data portability: receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format.
  • Right to object: object to processing based on legitimate interests.
  • Right to withdraw consent: where processing is based on consent, withdraw it at any time without affecting the lawfulness of prior processing.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details on our website. We will respond within one calendar month as required by law.

Complaints

If you are not satisfied with how we handle your data, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO), the UK’s independent supervisory authority for data protection. You can contact the ICO through their website at ico.org.uk.

Children’s Privacy

Our website is not directed at individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If we become aware that data has been collected from a child without appropriate parental consent, we will take steps to delete it promptly.

Changes to This Policy

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