Privacy Policy

Last updated: 29 August 2025

This Privacy Policy explains how thecountygroundevents.co.uk collects, uses, shares, and protects personal information when you visit our website about the game Drop The Boss.

For the purposes of UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018, thecountygroundevents.co.uk is the data controller for information collected through this website.

Information we collect

Information you provide:

  • Contact details when you write to us, such as name and email
  • Preferences you set on the site, such as language and cookie choices
  • Content you submit through forms, including feedback and support requests

Information collected automatically:

  • Device and browser details
  • IP address and general location
  • Usage data such as pages viewed and interactions
  • Cookies and similar technologies. See our Cookie Policy for details

Information from partners:

  • Aggregated analytics reports
  • Affiliate or advertising performance data where applicable

We do not knowingly collect sensitive categories of personal data. We do not intentionally collect information from children.

How we use your information

We use personal information to:

  • run and secure the website
  • remember your settings
  • measure and improve performance
  • respond to questions and feedback
  • manage partnerships and affiliate disclosures
  • comply with legal obligations

Legal bases for processing

We rely on the following bases under UK GDPR:

  • Consent, for non essential cookies and marketing where applicable
  • Contract, when we provide information or services you request
  • Legitimate interests, to operate and improve the site in a way that respects your privacy
  • Legal obligation, where we must keep records or respond to lawful requests

You can withdraw consent at any time through the Cookie Settings on the site or by contacting us.

Cookies and analytics

We use cookies and similar technologies to make the site work and to understand how it is used. Non essential cookies run only with your consent. For details on types, providers, and retention periods, please read our Cookie Policy.

Advertising and affiliate links

Pages on thecountygroundevents.co.uk may include affiliate links or advertising technology. If present, these help us fund our work. They do not change our editorial conclusions. Where required we ask for consent before setting advertising cookies.

Sharing your information

We share personal information with:

  • service providers who host the site, provide analytics, security, or email delivery
  • partners involved in affiliate tracking and related reporting
  • authorities where required by law

We do not sell personal information.

International transfers

Some service providers are located outside the United Kingdom. Where information is transferred internationally, we use safeguards such as standard contractual clauses or other approved mechanisms to protect your rights.

Data retention

We keep personal information only as long as needed for the purposes in this policy:

  • Contact and support messages, up to 24 months after resolution
  • Analytics data, typically 24 months in aggregated form
  • Cookie consent records, up to 6 years to demonstrate compliance

When information is no longer needed, we delete or anonymise it.

Security

We use technical and organisational measures to protect personal information against loss, misuse, and unauthorised access. No website can guarantee perfect security. We work to reduce risk and review our controls regularly.

Your rights

Under UK data protection law you may have the right to:

  • access your personal information
  • correct incomplete or inaccurate data
  • request deletion
  • restrict or object to processing
  • receive a copy in a portable format
  • withdraw consent where processing is based on consent

To exercise these rights, contact us at [email protected]. We will respond within the time limits set by law.
You can also raise a concern with the Information Commissioner’s Office in the United Kingdom if you are not satisfied with our response.

Children

This website is intended for adults. We do not knowingly collect personal information from anyone under 18. If you believe a minor has provided information, contact us so we can remove it.

Third party links

Our site may link to other websites. Those sites have their own privacy policies. We are not responsible for their content or practices.

Changes to this policy

We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect technical, legal, or business changes. Significant updates will be highlighted on the site. The date at the top shows when this policy was last revised.

Contact

Questions about this Privacy Policy or your data rights can be sent to: [email protected]
Address: 71–75 Shelton Street, Covent Garden, London WC2H 9JQ, United Kingdom