Last updated: February 2026
This privacy policy explains how this website collects, uses, stores and protects personal data when you visit or interact with our pages. We are committed to handling your information responsibly and in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.
Who We Are
This website publishes independent editorial content about greyhound racing, with a focus on the English Greyhound Derby and related betting markets. We are an informational resource and do not operate as a bookmaker, accept bets or process financial transactions.
What Data We Collect
We may collect the following categories of personal data when you use this website:
- Usage data — pages visited, time spent on pages, referring URLs, browser type, device type and operating system. This data is collected automatically through cookies and similar technologies.
- IP address — collected automatically when you load any page. IP addresses may be truncated or anonymised depending on the analytics configuration in use.
- Voluntarily submitted data — if you contact us via any form or email link on this site, we collect the information you choose to provide, such as your name and email address.
We do not collect financial information, payment details, government identification numbers or sensitive personal data as defined under UK GDPR Article 9.
How We Use Your Data
Personal data collected through this website is used for the following purposes:
- To understand how visitors use our content and to improve the quality and relevance of our articles.
- To monitor website performance, identify technical issues and maintain security.
- To respond to enquiries submitted through any contact method available on the site.
- To comply with legal obligations, including those related to UK gambling content regulations.
Legal Basis for Processing
We process personal data under the following legal bases as defined by UK GDPR:
- Legitimate interests (Article 6(1)(f)) — for analytics and website improvement, where the processing does not override your rights and freedoms.
- Consent (Article 6(1)(a)) — where cookies or tracking technologies require your explicit opt-in under the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations 2003 (PECR).
- Legal obligation (Article 6(1)(c)) — where we are required by law to retain or disclose data.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
This website uses cookies. For full details on the types of cookies we use, their purpose and how to manage your preferences, please refer to our Cookie Policy page.
Data Sharing and Third Parties
We do not sell personal data to any third party. Data may be shared with the following categories of service provider, each acting as a data processor under UK GDPR:
- Web hosting provider — to serve this website and store server logs.
- Analytics provider — to aggregate and analyse usage data.
- Content delivery network — to deliver pages and assets efficiently.
We require all third-party processors to handle data in compliance with UK GDPR. We do not transfer personal data outside the United Kingdom or the European Economic Area unless adequate safeguards are in place as required by Chapter V of UK GDPR.
Data Retention
Usage and analytics data is retained for a maximum of 26 months from the date of collection, after which it is automatically deleted or anonymised. Any data submitted through contact forms is retained only for as long as necessary to address the enquiry and is deleted once it is no longer needed.
Your Rights
Under UK GDPR, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:
- The right to access the personal data we hold about you.
- The right to rectification of inaccurate or incomplete data.
- The right to erasure of your personal data in certain circumstances.
- The right to restrict processing where specific conditions apply.
- The right to data portability, where applicable.
- The right to object to processing based on legitimate interests.
- The right to withdraw consent at any time, where consent is the legal basis for processing.
To exercise any of these rights, you may contact us using the details provided on this website. We will respond within one calendar month as required by UK GDPR.
Children’s Privacy
This website publishes content related to gambling and betting markets. It is not intended for 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 person under 18, we will take steps to delete it promptly.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements or the services available on this site. The “last updated” date at the top of this page indicates when the most recent revision was published. We encourage you to review this page periodically.
Supervisory Authority
If you believe that your data protection rights have not been addressed to your satisfaction, 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.