Privacy Policy

Last updated: 1 March 2026

1. Introduction

vavada.guide (hereinafter "the Website", "we", "us", or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy and personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and safeguard information when you visit and interact with the Website.

This policy has been prepared in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (EU) 2016/679 ("GDPR") and other applicable European data protection legislation. By using the Website, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.

2. Data Controller

The data controller responsible for the processing of your personal data is the operator of vavada.guide. For enquiries regarding data processing, please use the contact form available on the Website.

3. Information We Collect

3.1 Information Collected Automatically

When you visit the Website, we may automatically collect certain technical data, including:

• IP address (anonymised where required by law);
• Browser type and version;
• Operating system;
• Referring URL and pages visited;
• Date, time, and duration of your visit;
• Device type and screen resolution;
• Language preferences.

This data is collected through cookies and similar tracking technologies, as described in our Cookie Policy.

3.2 Information You Provide Voluntarily

We may collect personal data that you voluntarily provide when using certain features of the Website, such as:

• Name or pseudonym when submitting a review or comment;
• Email address when using a contact form;
• Any additional information you include in correspondence with us.

4. Legal Basis for Processing

Under the GDPR, we process your personal data on the following legal bases:

• Consent (Article 6(1)(a) GDPR): Where you have given explicit consent for specific processing activities, such as the use of non-essential cookies or subscribing to communications.
• Legitimate Interest (Article 6(1)(f) GDPR): For purposes of website security, analytics, fraud prevention, and improving the quality of our content and services. Our legitimate interest in these activities does not override your fundamental rights and freedoms.
• Legal Obligation (Article 6(1)(c) GDPR): Where processing is necessary to comply with applicable legal requirements.

5. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

• To operate and maintain the Website;
• To analyse usage patterns and improve content quality;
• To respond to enquiries and provide support;
• To ensure website security and prevent abuse;
• To comply with legal obligations;
• To display relevant content based on your preferences and location.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

The Website uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience and collect analytical data. For comprehensive information about the types of cookies we use, their purposes, and how to manage your preferences, please refer to our Cookie Policy.

You may control and manage cookies through your browser settings or our cookie consent mechanism. Disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of the Website.

7. Data Sharing and Third Parties

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal data to third parties. We may share your data with the following categories of recipients:

• Analytics Providers: Such as Google Analytics, for the purpose of understanding website usage (data is anonymised where possible).
• Hosting Providers: Our web hosting provider processes data as necessary to deliver the Website.
• Affiliate Partners: When you click on affiliate links, the respective casino operator may collect data under their own privacy policy. We encourage you to review the privacy practices of any third-party site.
• Legal Authorities: Where required by law, regulation, or legal process.

8. International Data Transfers

Your personal data may be transferred to and processed in countries outside the European Economic Area (EEA). Where such transfers occur, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, including:

• Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) approved by the European Commission;
• Adequacy decisions by the European Commission;
• Other legally recognised transfer mechanisms under the GDPR.

9. Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes described in this Privacy Policy, or as required by applicable law. Specifically:

• Analytics data: retained for up to 26 months;
• Contact form submissions: retained for up to 12 months after the last communication;
• Cookie consent records: retained for up to 12 months;
• Server logs: retained for up to 90 days.

When data is no longer required, it is securely deleted or anonymised.

10. Your Rights Under the GDPR

As a data subject, you have the following rights under the GDPR:

• Right of Access (Article 15): You have the right to request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
• Right to Rectification (Article 16): You may request correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal data.
• Right to Erasure (Article 17): You may request deletion of your personal data where there is no compelling reason for its continued processing.
• Right to Restriction of Processing (Article 18): You may request that we limit the processing of your data in certain circumstances.
• Right to Data Portability (Article 20): You may request your personal data in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format.
• Right to Object (Article 21): You may object to processing based on legitimate interests, including profiling.
• Right to Withdraw Consent: Where processing is based on consent, you may withdraw it at any time without affecting the lawfulness of prior processing.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the contact form on the Website. We will respond to your request within 30 days in accordance with GDPR requirements.

11. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorised access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

• SSL/TLS encryption for data transmitted between your browser and our servers;
• Regular security assessments and updates;
• Access controls limiting data access to authorised personnel only;
• Secure data storage with appropriate backup procedures.

While we take all reasonable precautions, no method of electronic transmission or storage is entirely secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security of your data.

12. Children's Privacy

The Website is not directed at individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors. If we become aware that we have collected data from a person under 18, we will take prompt steps to delete such data.

13. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or operational needs. The updated policy will be published on this page with a revised "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

14. Right to Lodge a Complaint

If you believe that our processing of your personal data infringes the GDPR, you have the right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority in the EU Member State of your habitual residence, place of work, or place of the alleged infringement.

15. Contact Us

For any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data processing practices, please contact us via the contact form available on the Website.