Privacy Policy
Last Updated: January 2026
This Privacy Policy explains how hardshellphonecases.com ("we," "us," "our," or the "Website") collects, uses, and protects your personal data. We are committed to ensuring your privacy is protected in accordance with UK and applicable data protection laws, including the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR).
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, device information, and operating system.
- Cookies: Persistent and session cookies to enhance your experience and track your activity on our Website.
- Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on site, links clicked, and referral sources to understand how you interact with our content.
How We Use Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- Conducting analytics and performance analysis to understand user behaviour and improve our Website.
- Affiliate tracking to measure clicks, conversions, and earnings from third-party gambling operators and affiliate partners.
- Improving Website functionality, content, and user experience.
- Responding to your inquiries and providing customer support.
- Sending promotional emails and updates (with your consent where required).
- Complying with legal and regulatory obligations.
Cookie Policy
Our Website uses cookies to enhance functionality and user experience. We use the following types of cookies:
- Essential Cookies: Necessary for Website operation and security.
- Analytics Cookies: Track user behaviour to improve Website performance.
- Affiliate Tracking Cookies: Monitor referrals and conversions for third-party betting sites and affiliate programs.
- Marketing Cookies: Used for targeted advertising and promotional purposes.
You can control cookies through your browser settings and opt out of non-essential cookies. Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent. Please note that refusing cookies may limit Website functionality.
Third-Party Links
Our Website contains links to third-party gambling operators, betting sites, and affiliate partners. We are not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or policies of these external websites. We strongly recommend reviewing the privacy policies of any third-party site before providing personal information or engaging in gambling activities.
Please note that gambling is subject to strict regulations. Users are responsible for ensuring they comply with applicable laws in their jurisdiction before using linked betting sites.
Your Rights
Under the UK GDPR and applicable data protection laws, you have the following rights:
- Right of Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
- Right to Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
- Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data (subject to legal obligations).
- Right to Restrict Processing: Request limitation of how we process your data.
- Right to Data Portability: Request your data in a portable, machine-readable format.
- Right to Object: Object to certain types of processing, including direct marketing.
- Right to Lodge a Complaint: File a complaint with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO).
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details provided below.
Data Retention
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by applicable law. Typically:
- Contact information is retained for the duration of our business relationship plus 3 years.
- Cookies and analytics data are retained for up to 24 months.
- Affiliate tracking data is retained for the period necessary to process commissions and disputes.
You may request deletion of your data at any time, subject to legal retention requirements.
Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or wish to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us:
Email: privacy@hardshellphonecases.com
We aim to respond to all data subject requests within 30 days. If you are unsatisfied with our response, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) at www.ico.org.uk.
Note: This Website is not intended for users under 18 years of age. Gambling is illegal for minors. We do not knowingly collect data from children and encourage responsible gambling practices.