Privacy Policy
Last Updated: 2026
The Compass (thecompassn1.co.uk) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our website dedicated to poker site reviews and affiliate services.
Information We Collect
We collect the following types of information:
- Personal Information: Name, email address, and contact details you voluntarily provide through forms or inquiries.
- Technical Data: IP address, browser type, operating system, and device identifiers.
- Cookies: Data stored on your device to enhance user experience and track affiliate activity (see Cookie Policy section below).
- Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on site, links clicked, and referral sources.
- Location Data: Approximate geographic location based on IP address to ensure compliance with UK and international gambling regulations.
How We Use Information
We use the information collected for the following purposes:
- Website analytics and performance monitoring.
- Affiliate commission tracking and partner attribution.
- Personalizing content and improving user experience.
- Fraud prevention and security measures.
- Compliance with UK gambling regulations and legal obligations.
- Sending marketing communications (only with your consent).
Cookie Policy
We use the following types of cookies on thecompassn1.co.uk:
- Essential Cookies: Required for site functionality and cannot be disabled.
- Analytics Cookies: Help us understand visitor behaviour using Google Analytics and similar services.
- Affiliate Tracking Cookies: Track your interactions with partner casino sites to attribute affiliate commissions accurately.
- Marketing Cookies: Enable retargeting and personalised advertising (subject to your consent).
You may opt out of non-essential cookies through your browser settings. Visit www.allaboutcookies.org for detailed instructions. Note that disabling cookies may affect site functionality.
Third-Party Links
Our website contains links to third-party casino operators, betting sites, and affiliate partners. We are not responsible for their privacy practices, data collection, or content. Each external site maintains its own privacy policy. We strongly recommend reviewing their privacy statements before providing any personal information or engaging in gambling activities.
As an affiliate site, we earn commissions when you visit partner sites through our links. This does not affect the price you pay.
Your Rights
Under UK and EU data protection law (UK GDPR), you have the right to:
- Access your personal data held by us.
- Request correction of inaccurate data.
- Request deletion of your data (right to be forgotten), subject to legal obligations.
- Object to processing of your data for marketing purposes.
- Request restriction of data processing.
- Data portability (obtain your data in a structured format).
- Lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO).
If you are a US resident, you may have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). Please contact us for details.
Data Retention
We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy:
- Account/Contact Information: Retained until you request deletion or for 3 years of inactivity.
- Analytics Data: Aggregated and anonymised data retained for up to 26 months.
- Affiliate Tracking Cookies: Retained for 90 days from your last interaction.
- Legal/Compliance Data: Retained as required by UK gambling regulations (minimum 6 years).
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, wish to exercise your data rights, or report a privacy concern, please contact us:
Email: privacy@thecompassn1.co.uk
Website: thecompassn1.co.uk
We will respond to data access requests within 30 days in accordance with UK GDPR requirements.