Privacy Policy
Last Updated: January 2026
This Privacy Policy explains how Bearded Woodcraft ("we," "us," "our," or "Company") collects, uses, and protects your personal data when you visit beardedwoodcraft.com (the "Website"). We are committed to transparency and compliance with UK and international data protection laws, including the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.
Information We Collect
We collect the following types of information:
- Personal Data: Name, email address, and any other information you voluntarily provide through contact forms or subscriptions.
- Technical Data: IP address, browser type, operating system, and device information.
- Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on site, links clicked, referral sources, and interaction patterns.
- Cookies: Small files stored on your device to enhance your experience (see Cookie Policy below).
- Affiliate Tracking Data: Information necessary to track affiliate commissions and performance metrics related to Apple Pay betting sites we promote.
How We Use Information
We use collected information for the following purposes:
- Website analytics and performance monitoring
- Affiliate commission tracking and verification
- Site improvement and user experience enhancement
- Responding to your inquiries and communications
- Compliance with legal obligations
- Fraud prevention and security
We do not sell your personal data to third parties for marketing purposes.
Cookie Policy
Our Website uses cookies to enhance functionality and user experience. We use the following types:
- Essential Cookies: Required for site functionality and security.
- Analytics Cookies: Track user behaviour to improve our Website (via Google Analytics and similar services).
- Affiliate Cookies: Monitor clicks and referrals to partner casinos and betting sites to calculate commissions.
- Marketing Cookies: Used to deliver relevant content and measure campaign effectiveness.
Opt-Out Options: You can disable non-essential cookies through your browser settings or by using cookie consent tools. However, disabling essential cookies may affect site functionality. Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies or alert you when a cookie is being set. You can also opt out of Google Analytics tracking at Google Analytics Opt-Out.
Third-Party Links
Our Website contains links to casinos, betting sites, and other affiliate partners. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third-party websites. When you click on links to partner sites, you are subject to their own privacy policies. We recommend reviewing their privacy policies before providing any personal information or using their services.
We do not control how these partners collect, use, or protect your data.
Your Rights
Under UK GDPR, you have the following rights:
- Right to Access: Request a copy of your personal data we hold.
- Right to Rectification: Correct inaccurate or incomplete data.
- Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your data (subject to legal obligations).
- Right to Restrict Processing: Limit how we use your information.
- Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a structured, portable format.
- Right to Object: Opt-out of certain processing activities.
- Right to Lodge a Complaint: Contact the UK Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) at ico.org.uk.
If you reside in the US, you may have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and other state privacy laws. Contact us to exercise any of these rights.
Data Retention
We retain your personal data only as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law. Typically:
- Analytics data is retained for up to 26 months
- Affiliate tracking data is retained for the duration required for commission verification and dispute resolution
- Contact information is retained until you request deletion or unsubscribe
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, wish to exercise your rights, or have concerns about how we handle your data, please contact us at:
Email: [email protected]
We will respond to your requests within 30 days in accordance with UK GDPR requirements.
This Privacy Policy is effective as of January 2026 and may be updated periodically. We will notify you of significant changes via email or prominent notices on the Website.