Privacy Policy

At newstbt.com (referred to as the “Company,” “we,” or “us”), we highly value your privacy and are dedicated to safeguarding the privacy of our users (“user” or “you”). If you wish to contact us, please do so via email at [email protected].

This Privacy Policy has been developed to provide you with information on how we collect, manage, and utilize your information when you use our websites, which offer information related to casino games and the gambling industry (collectively referred to as the “Services”).

We urge you to carefully read and consider this Privacy Policy in order to make informed decisions. If you have any concerns, please reach out to us initially, as you have the right to file a complaint with your applicable data protection authority.

What type of information we collect

The first category of information we collect is non-personal and anonymous data related to users, which may be gathered or accessed through your use of the Services and interactions with the website (“Non-personal Information”). This type of information does not allow us to identify individual users.

To improve the functionality of the Services and enhance your user experience, we collect technical information transmitted by your computer, including software and hardware details (such as browser type, operating system, language preference, access time, and the domain name of the website that referred you to the Services). This information is collected through the use of third-party analytical cookies.

We also gather data about your usage of the Services, such as user activity (pages visited, time spent on specific pages, online browsing behavior, clicks, actions, etc.). This information is utilized, among other things, for research and analytics purposes to understand how you utilize the Services.

We aggregate, anonymize, or de-identify the information collected by the Services or through other means to ensure it cannot personally identify you. Our use and disclosure of such aggregated or de-identified information are not restricted by this Privacy Policy, and we may share it with others without limitations and for any purpose.

The second category of information we collect is personally identifiable information, specifically information that identifies an individual or can reasonably identify an individual (“Personal Information”). This may include your email address when subscribing to our email newsletters on the website or providing your name and email address when commenting on our news articles.

We may also collect specific connection details and device-related information, such as IP addresses.

If we combine Personal Information with Non-personal Information, the combined information will be treated as Personal Information for as long as it remains combined.

Cookies

We utilize cookies and other web analysis technologies to collect, store, and track specific information regarding your visit to and activity on the Services.

A cookie is a small data file stored on your computer that contains information about your access to the website. We and our trusted partners use cookies for various purposes, such as enabling efficient navigation between pages, activating certain features automatically, remembering your preferences, and facilitating a quicker and easier interaction between you and our Services.

We employ the following types of cookies:

1. Session cookies: These cookies link your actions during a browser session, which starts when you open the browser window and ends when you close it.
2. Persistent cookies: These cookies remain on your device for a specified period and are activated each time you visit the website that created the particular cookie.
3. Performance cookies: These cookies gather information about how you use and navigate a website, such as the pages you visit most frequently and any encountered error messages. They do not collect personally identifiable information and the data they collect is aggregated and anonymous. This information is solely used to improve website functionality.
4. Targeting cookies or advertising cookies: These cookies deliver advertisements that are relevant to your interests. They can also control the frequency and number of times you see an advertisement, as well as measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns. Advertising networks, with the website operator’s consent, typically place these cookies. They track your visits to specific websites, the pages you view, and this information may be shared with other organizations, such as advertisers. Targeting or advertising cookies are often linked to site functionality provided by other organizations. Examples of third-party analytics providers include Google, VWO, Hotjar, and Clicky. For more information on online behavioral advertising cookies and online privacy, please refer to the guide published by the internet advertising industry available at www.youronlinechoices.com.

You have the option to remove cookies by following the instructions provided by your web browser. However, disabling cookies may result in certain features of our Service not functioning correctly and may limit your online experience. For additional information on cookies and how to disable them, we recommend visiting the following website: www.allaboutcookies.org.

Furthermore, our website may utilize widgets, beacons, and other technologies that collect primarily non-personal information related to your browsing habits. We use these technologies for routine operations, including collecting statistical data about your use of our Service and personalizing the Service based on your preferences. The information gathered through these tracking technologies by third parties on our behalf is used for technical diagnostics and analytical tools.

Cookie providers

We utilize two types of cookies on our website:

1. Provider cookies: These cookies are placed by us or the operator of our website, who is working on our behalf.
2. Third-party cookies: These cookies are stored and used by other organizations or websites. They are primarily used for web analytics purposes and may come from tools such as Google, VWO, Hotjar, and Clicky. External providers may also use cookies to display advertising or integrate social network content, such as social plugins. Further details about web analytics tools and reach measurement can be found below in this cookie policy.

How we use the information we collect

We will only process your personal data in accordance with the law. The following are the most common circumstances in which we will use your personal data:

1. Legitimate Interests: We may use your personal data when it is necessary for our legitimate interests or the legitimate interests of a third party, provided that your interests and fundamental rights do not override those interests.
2. Consent: If you have given us specific consent to process your personal data, we will use it accordingly. We will always obtain your consent before sending third-party direct marketing communications to you via email. You have the right to withdraw your consent for marketing purposes at any time by contacting us.

In addition to the above purposes, we use personal information, including your personal data, for the following legitimate interests and purposes (without overriding your interests and fundamental rights):

• Providing our Services, such as enabling you to share and post user content, follow other users’ shared content, etc.
• Communication with you, including responding to queries, providing updates, and sending email newsletters.
• Supporting and troubleshooting our Services.
• Developing our business and informing our business strategy.
• Providing information related to your membership within our membership area.

The collection of personal information and the listed purposes are necessary to fulfill our legitimate interests, which include developing our products and services, growing our business, studying how visitors use our services, and informing our marketing strategy.

We use non-personal information for analytical purposes:

• Conducting anonymous analytics to improve and customize our Services according to your needs and interests.
• Testing changes to the Services and improving their functionality.

Sharing of Personal Information

We are committed to protecting the privacy of your Personal Information and do not trade, sell, or share it with third parties, except as described in this Privacy Policy. In addition to the uses mentioned earlier, we may transfer or disclose Personal Information to third parties under the following circumstances:

1. Companies in the Same Group: We may share Personal Information with companies within the same group as the Controller.
2. Third-Party Analytics and Website Performance: We may disclose non-identifiable and anonymized Personal Information to third-party companies for analytics purposes and to enhance website performance. For visitors in the European Economic Area (EEA), this data is anonymized in relation to IP addresses.
3. Marketing Service Providers: We may engage third-party marketing service providers to facilitate email communication, such as sending out our monthly newsletters.
4. Business Transactions: In the event of an acquisition, sale, merger, or business reorganization, we may disclose Personal Information to prospective purchasers, vendors, or parties involved in the transaction.
5. Third-Party Service Providers: We may work with other third-party marketing service providers who support website performance.

We ensure that all third parties have appropriate security measures in place to protect your Personal Information and process it in compliance with the law. We do not permit third-party service providers to use your Personal Information for their own purposes, and they may only process it for specific purposes and in accordance with our instructions.

We may also disclose Personal Information or any information submitted via the Service if we have a good faith belief that such disclosure is necessary to:

• Comply with applicable laws, regulations, legal processes, or governmental requests.
• Investigate, prevent, or take action regarding illegal activities, wrongdoing, suspected fraud, or security issues.
• Establish or exercise our rights to defend against legal claims.
• Protect the rights, property, or safety of us, our users, yourself, or any third party.
• Collaborate with law enforcement agencies.

Please note that the above disclosures are made in good faith and with the intention of protecting the interests of all parties involved.

Third party collection of information

Please note that this Privacy Policy does not govern the privacy practices of any third-party websites, services, or applications, even if they are accessed, downloaded, or distributed through our Services. It is important to review the privacy policies of such third parties before providing them with any Personal Information.

By using any third-party websites, services, or applications, you understand and accept that you are assuming all risks voluntarily and knowingly. We encourage you to exercise caution and carefully evaluate the privacy practices of any third parties you interact with.

How do we safeguard and transfer your information?

We prioritize the security of the Services and your information. To ensure the safety of our users’ information and prevent unauthorized use, we implement industry-standard procedures and policies. These measures include the use of Secure Socket Layer (SSL) technology.

As we operate globally, it may be necessary to transfer your Personal Information to countries outside the European Union. We take steps to ensure that your Personal Information receives a similar level of protection. These steps include:

1. Using specific contracts approved by the European Commission when engaging certain service providers to safeguard Personal Information.
2. Only transferring Personal Information to countries that the European Commission has deemed to provide an adequate level of protection for personal data.
3. Transferring data to service providers in the United States who have certified their compliance with the Privacy Shield framework, which requires them to provide similar protection to personal data shared between Europe and the US.

If you believe that your privacy has not been treated in accordance with our policy or if you suspect any misuse or inappropriate behavior related to our Services, please contact us directly at [email protected].

In the event of a suspected Personal Information breach, we have established measures to address the situation. We will notify you and any relevant regulatory authorities in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.

Corporate transaction

In the event of a corporate transaction such as the sale of a significant portion of our business, merger, consolidation, or transfer of assets, we may share Information, including Personal Information. In such cases, the acquiring company or transferee will assume the rights and responsibilities outlined in this Privacy Policy.

Data Security

We have implemented adequate security measures to prevent accidental loss, unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure of your personal data. Additionally, we restrict access to your personal data to only those employees, agents, contractors, and third parties who require access for legitimate business purposes. They will process your personal data solely according to our instructions and are bound by confidentiality obligations.

We have established procedures to address any suspected personal data breaches. If a breach occurs and we are legally obligated to do so, we will promptly notify you and the relevant regulatory authorities.

Your Legal Rights

You have certain rights under data protection laws regarding your personal data. These rights include:

• The right to request access to your personal data.
• The right to request the correction of your personal data.
• The right to request the transfer of your personal data.
• The right to object to the processing of your personal data.
• The right to request the erasure of your personal data.
• The right to request the restriction of processing your personal data.
• The right to withdraw your consent.

If you would like to exercise any of these rights, please contact us.

NO FEE USUALLY REQUIRED

Accessing your personal data or exercising your rights under data protection laws will not require any fees. However, if your request is deemed unfounded, repetitive, or excessive, we may charge a reasonable fee. In such cases, we also reserve the right to refuse your request.

WHAT WE MAY NEED FROM YOU

In order to verify your identity and protect your personal data from unauthorized disclosure, we may require specific information from you. This is a security measure to ensure that only individuals with the right to access the data can do so. Additionally, we may reach out to you for further details related to your request to expedite our response.

TIME LIMIT TO RESPOND

We aim to address all valid requests within one month. However, if your request is complex or if you have made multiple requests, it may take us longer to respond. In such cases, we will notify you and provide regular updates on the progress of your request.

Minors

The Services are intended for users who are 18 years of age or older. If you are under 18, please refrain from using the Services and do not provide any Personal Information to us.

We reserve the right to review and verify any Personal Information collected from users. If we become aware that a user under the age of 18 has provided us with information, we will promptly delete such information. If you have reason to believe that a minor has shared information with us, please contact us at [email protected].

Updates

We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time, at our sole discretion. The most recent version will be available on our website, indicated by the “Last Revised” heading. Please check the Privacy Policy periodically for any changes or updates.

Time Limit to Respond

We strive to address all valid requests relating to your Personal Information and your rights within one month. There is no fee associated with exercising your rights regarding the Personal Information we collect. However, if we determine that your request is excessive, unfounded, or repetitive, we may charge a reasonable fee or decline to fulfill your request. If your request is complex and requires more than one month to process, we will notify you and provide updates on the progress.

How to contact us

If you have any inquiries regarding the Services or the information we gather about you and its usage, please reach out to us at [email protected] for general assistance.