Privacy Policy - avia-masters2.uk

This section explains how the website avia-masters2.uk collects, uses and protects information received from visitors. The website is an independent informational resource dedicated to the description and analysis of crash games. It does not accept bets and does not conduct gambling operations.

Certain user data may be processed in order to ensure proper website functionality, analytics and affiliate tracking. The website follows the principles of transparency, data minimisation and protection in accordance with UK GDPR and the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR).

By using the website, users agree to this Privacy Policy. If these terms are not accepted, the website should not be used.

Data Collection

Only information necessary for the operation of the website, content improvement and the monitoring of affiliate programme performance is collected. Data may be divided into two categories: information provided directly by users and information collected automatically.

Data Provided by Users

Personal data may be received if a user:

Subscribes to a newsletter
Sends a message through the contact form
Leaves comments or feedback

Such information is generally limited to a name (or nickname) and an email address. These details may be used to send requested information, respond to enquiries and, if consent has been provided, deliver updates.

Sensitive personal information such as racial origin, religion or health data is not collected.

Data Collected Automatically

When visiting the website, the servers may automatically record usage data. This may include the IP address, browser type and version, operating system, language settings, pages visited, date and time of access, time spent on pages, device identifiers and other diagnostic information.

Such information helps identify which sections of the website are most frequently accessed, how many visitors access the site, when visits occur and which devices are used.

Aggregated statistical information that does not allow identification of a specific individual may also be collected. Examples include general traffic statistics or broad demographic insights. This type of data helps improve the content and functionality of the website.

Location Data

Precise geolocation data is not requested or collected. However, certain analytics tools may estimate an approximate location (such as country or region) based on the IP address in order to generate general visitor statistics.

This information is used only to analyse audience geography and improve content relevance.

Sources of Data

Data may be obtained from several sources:

Directly from users when forms are completed

Automatically through server logs, cookies and similar technologies

From third-party services that provide analytics, email distribution or affiliate reporting services

Cookies

Cookies are small text files stored on a user’s device when visiting a website. They perform various functions such as remembering preferences, enabling certain features and analysing visitor behaviour. Under the requirements of PECR and UK GDPR, organisations must provide clear information about how cookies are used and allow users to consent to cookies that are not strictly necessary.

The website uses the following categories of cookies:

Strictly Necessary Cookies. These cookies enable essential website functions such as proper page loading, security mechanisms and abuse prevention (for example spam protection or bot filtering). These cookies do not require user consent.
Functional (Preference) Cookies. These cookies remember user preferences, such as language settings, and help improve the usability of the website by storing selected options.
Analytics Cookies. These cookies help analyse how visitors interact with the website. They may collect information about page views, time spent on the site, traffic sources and approximate geographic region. This information is used to understand user behaviour and improve website performance and content.
Affiliate and Advertising Cookies. These cookies support affiliate tracking. When a user clicks on a partner link, a cookie stores a unique identifier so that a third-party platform can recognise that the visitor originated from this website. These cookies do not store personal data such as names or email addresses and typically remain active from several hours up to 30 days depending on the partner programme.

Cookie Consent and Management

In accordance with the ePrivacy Directive and PECR, explicit consent must be obtained before setting any cookies that are not strictly necessary. Many affiliate and analytics cookies fall into marketing or analytical categories, therefore a cookie banner is presented during the first visit to allow users to choose their preferences.

Users can choose to:

Accept all cookies
Reject all cookies except those strictly necessary
Configure individual preferences by selecting permitted categories

Cookie settings can also be managed directly through browser controls. Users may delete existing cookies, block all cookies or only third-party cookies, or configure automatic deletion when the browser session ends.

Certain browsers and extensions, such as privacy-focused tracking blockers, can also limit third-party tracking technologies.

Please note that disabling analytics or affiliate cookies may affect certain website functions and reduce the accuracy of analytical insights used to improve content and recommendations.

Analytics

To better understand visitor needs and evaluate the quality of the website’s content, analytical services may be used. These services can collect information about the device and activity on the website, including IP address, browser type, operating system, visited pages and time spent on those pages. Processing of such information is based on legitimate interests in improving the website and adapting content, provided that these interests do not override user rights.

The collected information is processed in anonymised or pseudonymised form, meaning individual users are not identified directly. Analytics tools may be used to measure visitor numbers and determine the regions from which traffic originates. This information helps identify which topics are most relevant for readers and improve website navigation.

Tools provided by email distribution or marketing platforms may also be used to monitor email engagement metrics such as opens and link clicks.

Some analytical data may be stored on servers operated by analytics providers outside the United Kingdom. In such cases, appropriate safeguards are applied to ensure adequate data protection, including contractual safeguards recognised under UK GDPR.

Affiliate Tracking

The website is partially funded through affiliate programmes. Links to gaming platforms may be included within the content. When a user clicks such a link, an affiliate cookie may be stored in the browser containing a unique identifier. This identifier allows the partner platform to recognise that the user was referred by this website. If the user later registers or makes a deposit, the website may receive a commission.

Affiliate cookies do not contain personal data but are considered tracking technologies and therefore require user consent. Typically, these cookies store only information about the referral source, such as an affiliate programme identifier and the date of the click. The duration of these cookies is determined by the partner platform and usually ranges from 24 hours to 30 days.

The website does not control how partner platforms use cookies after the user leaves the site. For this reason, users are encouraged to review the privacy policies of any external platforms they visit.

Since most affiliate cookies are not strictly necessary, explicit consent is requested before they are set. Consent must be freely given, specific and informed. Users are informed about the purpose of the cookie, the party receiving the information and its duration, and consent may be withdrawn at any time.

Legal Basis for Data Processing

Under UK GDPR, several lawful bases allow the processing of personal data. The website relies on the following legal grounds:

Consent. Consent is used for sending marketing communications and for placing analytical or affiliate cookies. Consent may be withdrawn at any time, after which the related data processing will stop.
Legitimate Interest. Data may be processed to analyse website traffic, improve content quality and maintain platform security. This basis reflects the legitimate interest in developing the website and providing a useful service, while ensuring that such processing does not override user rights and freedoms.
Performance of a Contract. If a user subscribes to a newsletter or requests information, personal data may be processed in order to deliver the requested service or communication.
Legal Obligations. Data may be stored or disclosed when required by law, regulation or an order issued by relevant authorities.

Your Rights (UK/EU)

Under UK GDPR and applicable European data protection legislation, individuals have several rights regarding their personal data:

Right to be informed. The right to receive clear and transparent information about how and why personal data is processed.
Right of access. The right to request a copy of the personal information that may be held about the user.
Right to rectification. The right to request correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal data.
Right to erasure (“right to be forgotten”). The right to request deletion of personal data when there is no legal basis for its continued processing.
Right to restrict processing. In certain circumstances, users may request that data processing be temporarily limited, for example while verifying the accuracy of information.
Right to data portability. The right to obtain personal data in a structured, commonly used and machine-readable format and transfer it to another controller.
Right to object. The right to object to the processing of personal data for marketing purposes or processing based on legitimate interests.
Rights related to automated decision-making and profiling. Automated decisions that significantly affect user rights are not carried out. If such processing were introduced in the future, appropriate notice would be provided.
Right to withdraw consent. When data processing is based on consent, that consent may be withdrawn at any time.
Right to lodge a complaint. A complaint may be submitted to the UK data protection authority, Information Commissioner's Office, if personal data is believed to have been handled improperly.

Data Security

Administrative, technical and physical safeguards are implemented to protect data from unauthorised access, alteration, disclosure or destruction. These measures may include restricted access to data, encrypted connections (HTTPS), system monitoring and regular security assessments.

Despite these protections, no method of transmitting or storing data on the internet can be guaranteed to be completely secure. While reasonable efforts are made to maintain a high level of protection, absolute security cannot be guaranteed.

Sharing Data with Third Parties

Information may be shared only with trusted partners and service providers who support the operation of the website, such as hosting providers, analytics services, email distribution platforms and affiliate tracking systems. These organisations process data under contractual obligations and must maintain confidentiality while using the information solely to deliver the requested services.

Personal data is not sold and is not transferred to third parties for independent marketing purposes without consent. In limited circumstances, information may be disclosed if required by law or requested by authorised regulatory bodies or courts.

Data Retention

Personal data is retained only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected or to comply with legal obligations. For example:

Messages and enquiries — retained for up to 12 months after the last contact
Newsletter subscription data — stored until the user unsubscribes
Analytics reports — retained in aggregated form without the ability to identify individuals
Cookies — stored according to the durations specified in the consent banner (from several minutes up to two years)

When information is no longer required, it is securely deleted or anonymised.

International Data Transfers

In certain cases, data may be processed outside the United Kingdom, for example on servers operated by analytics providers. When such transfers occur, appropriate safeguards are implemented to comply with UK GDPR, including standard contractual clauses, verification of provider compliance and risk assessments. Data processing is limited to the extent necessary to deliver the relevant services.

Changes to This Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically to reflect changes in legislation, technology or operational practices. The date of the latest revision will be indicated within the document. Any updated version becomes effective upon publication.

Users are encouraged to review this section regularly to remain informed about how personal data is handled. Continued use of the website after updates are published constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

If there are questions about data processing, requests to exercise data rights or a wish to withdraw consent, contact may be made through the website’s contact form or by email. All enquiries are handled with respect for user privacy and in accordance with applicable data protection regulations.