Privacy Policy
Last Updated: 2026
This Privacy Policy explains how mortgagesfortheselfemployed.co.uk ("we," "us," "our," or the "Site") collects, uses, discloses, and safeguards your information when you visit our website, including all associated content, functionality, and services offered in connection with spinshark affiliate content.
Information We Collect
We may collect the following categories of personal data:
- Name and Contact Information: When you voluntarily submit contact forms, we collect your name, email address, and other contact details you provide.
- IP Address: We automatically collect your Internet Protocol (IP) address to identify your location and device.
- Cookies: We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience.
- Usage Data: We collect information about how you interact with our Site, including pages visited, time spent, and links clicked.
- Device Information: Browser type, operating system, and device identifiers.
How We Use Information
We use collected information for the following purposes:
- Conducting analytics to understand user behaviour and Site performance.
- Affiliate tracking and commission attribution for spinshark and partner casino promotions.
- Improving Site content, functionality, and user experience.
- Personalising content and recommendations.
- Responding to your enquiries and communications.
- Compliance with legal obligations.
Cookie Policy
Our Site uses the following types of cookies:
- Essential Cookies: Required for Site functionality and security.
- Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our Site.
- Marketing Cookies: Track referrals and affiliate conversions for casino partners.
- Third-Party Cookies: Placed by advertising partners and spinshark affiliates.
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent. Please note that disabling cookies may affect Site functionality. For detailed information, visit www.allaboutcookies.org or your browser's help section.
Third-Party Links
Our Site contains links to third-party websites, including online casinos and gambling operators. We are not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or policies of these external sites. We strongly encourage you to review their individual privacy policies before providing any personal information or engaging with their services. Your use of third-party sites is governed by their terms and conditions.
Your Rights
Under UK Data Protection Law (including the UK GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018), you have the following rights:
- Right of Access: Request a copy of your personal data.
- Right to Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate information.
- Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data (subject to legal exceptions).
- Right to Restrict Processing: Limit how we use your information.
- Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a portable format.
- Right to Object: Object to marketing communications and certain processing activities.
- Right to Lodge a Complaint: Contact the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) at www.ico.org.uk.
If you are a US resident, the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) may afford you additional rights regarding your personal information.
Data Retention
We retain personal data for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law. Affiliate tracking data is retained for accounting and compliance purposes for up to 7 years. You may request deletion of your data at any time, subject to legal obligations and legitimate business interests.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, wish to exercise your data rights, or need to report a privacy concern, please contact us:
Email: privacy@mortgagesfortheselfemployed.co.uk
We will respond to your request within 30 days or as required by applicable law.