This Privacy Policy explains how and when StakesCheck.com collects, uses, and shares information about our visitors. We are committed to handling your personal data with integrity and transparency, and to complying with applicable data protection regulations. This document outlines the types of personal data we may collect, why we collect it, how we use it, and the choices you have regarding your information.
By accessing or using our website, you consent to the collection, use, processing, transfer, and disclosure of your personal information as described in this Privacy Policy.
1. What Personal Data Do We Process?
We may collect and process the following types of personal data:
- Email address
- Country of residence
- IP address
- Browser and device information
- User behavior analytics (e.g., page views, click patterns)
2. Why Do We Collect Personal Data?
We collect personal data for the following purposes:
- To provide customer support and respond to inquiries
- To improve the performance, usability, and functionality of our site
- To detect, prevent, and address technical or security issues
- To safeguard against misuse or abuse of the platform
- To perform marketing activities, based on your consent
3. When and How Do We Use Your Data?
We collect information:
- When you browse or interact with our site
- When you sign up for newsletters or updates
- When you engage with our promotional content or surveys
We use your personal data to:
- Send marketing communications via email (based on your preferences)
- Analyze behavior across our systems to improve content and user experience
- Fulfill legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our rights
We only process personal data when a valid legal basis exists — such as your consent or our legitimate interest in maintaining site performance and communicating relevant updates.
4. Who Do We Share Your Data With?
We may share your personal data with the following third parties:
- Email marketing provider: GetResponse, for managing and sending email campaigns
- Widget provider: GetWebCraft Limited, for displaying dynamic content and forms
- Analytics providers: Google Analytics and Hotjar, for analyzing site usage
We may also share your data to comply with legal obligations, respond to government or regulatory inquiries, or defend our legal rights.
5. International Transfers
Some of our service providers are located outside the European Union. If we transfer personal data internationally, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place — such as standard contractual clauses — to protect your rights. We also vet all partners to ensure compliance with applicable data privacy standards.
6. Direct Marketing
If you subscribe to our updates, we may send emails about products, bonuses, or promotional offers from us or our partners. You can unsubscribe at any time via the opt-out link in any email or by contacting us directly. We never send marketing without your consent.
7. Data Retention
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy. Once the data is no longer needed, it will be securely deleted or anonymized in accordance with industry best practices.
8. Cookie Policy
Cookies are small data files stored on your browser when you visit our site. They help us:
- Enhance your experience
- Remember preferences
- Measure traffic and performance
We use the following third-party cookies:
- Google Analytics – Tracks usage data such as session duration, pages viewed, and referral sources.
- Hotjar – Collects anonymized behavioral data to improve usability.
- Getsitecontrol – Manages widget interactions and user behavior linked to popup forms.
You can manage or disable cookies in your browser settings. Note: disabling cookies may impact certain features of the website.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page and, where appropriate, notified to you via email. We recommend reviewing this policy periodically.
10. Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal data, you can contact us via the contact page on our website or email us directly. We’re committed to handling your request promptly and transparently.