This Privacy Policy explains how HzO.me (“we”, “us”, “our”) collects and uses information about visitors to hzo.me (“the Site”). By using the Site, you agree to this Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use HzO.me.
Information We Collect
We do not run user accounts and do not require registration to read our content. However, some data is still collected.
- Information you choose to provide
When you contact us (for example by email, contact form or newsletter signup), we may store your email address, name or nickname (if given), and the content of your message. We use this to reply to you, keep basic records and manage our relationships with readers and partners.
- Information collected automatically
When you visit the Site, technical information may be logged, such as IP address, approximate location (city/region), device and browser type, pages visited and referrer URL. We use this mainly in aggregated form to maintain security and understand how the Site is used.
- Cookies
We use cookies and similar technologies for basic functionality, analytics and affiliate tracking. Some cookies come from our partners (for example analytics or affiliate networks). Details are described in our separate Cookies Policy.
Affiliate Tracking
HzO.me is an affiliate site. When you click certain links to casino websites or other partners, tracking parameters and cookies may be used to recognise that a visitor came from HzO.me and to measure if a registration or deposit occurred.
We do not see your full casino account data or detailed betting history. We receive only aggregated statistics from partners (for example, number of registrations or total revenue per campaign).
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- operate and secure the Site;
- analyse traffic and improve our content;
- respond to emails and contact requests;
- manage partnerships and affiliate reporting;
- meet legal or compliance obligations where necessary.
We do not sell your personal data to third parties.
Where GDPR or similar laws apply, we typically rely on legitimate interests (to run and improve the Site, track performance, respond to messages), consent (for certain cookies or newsletters) and legal obligations (where we must keep specific records).
Sharing Your Information
We may share limited information with service providers who help us run the Site, such as:
- hosting and server providers;
- analytics and measurement tools;
- email or newsletter services;
- affiliate networks and tracking platforms;
- professional advisers (for example legal or accounting support, if needed).
These parties are expected to handle data only for our purposes and under appropriate safeguards. We may also disclose information if required by law or to protect our rights or the rights and safety of others.
We do not share your details with casinos so they can build direct marketing lists from HzO.me visitors.
International Transfers
Because we work with providers and partners in different countries, your data may be processed outside your home country, including outside the EU/UK. We aim to use reputable services and, where required by law, appropriate safeguards (such as standard contractual clauses).
Data Retention
We keep personal data only for as long as needed for the purposes described in this Policy, or as required by law.
For example, contact emails may be kept while the conversation is active and for a reasonable time afterwards; analytics data may be stored in aggregated form for longer periods. When data is no longer needed, we try to delete or anonymise it.
Your Rights
Depending on your location and local laws, you may have rights such as:
- access to your personal data;
- correction of inaccurate data;
- deletion of certain data;
- restriction or objection to certain processing;
- withdrawal of consent where processing is based on consent.
To exercise these rights, contact us at [email protected]. We may need some information to confirm your identity. In some cases we may need to keep certain data despite your request, for legal or legitimate reasons, and we will explain this where it applies.
Children and Minors
HzO.me is intended for adults above the legal gambling age. We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors. If you believe a minor has provided us with personal information, please contact us so we can remove it where appropriate.
Security
We use reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect data from unauthorised access, loss or misuse. However, no system is completely secure, and you use the Site at your own risk.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will adjust the “Last updated” date at the top of this page. In some cases we may also place a notice on the Site.
We recommend checking this page periodically to stay informed about how we handle data.