Last updated: May 2026 — James Whitfield, Hertel

Privacy Policy

Last updated: January 2026

This Privacy Policy explains how Hertel, operated by James Whitfield and accessible at hertel.org.uk, collects, uses, stores, and protects personal information when you visit or interact with our website. By using hertel.org.uk, you agree to the practices described in this policy. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of the site immediately.

Who We Are

Hertel is a gambling and casino review website providing editorial content, ratings, and analysis of no KYC casino platforms available to users in Great Britain and beyond. The data controller responsible for your personal information is:

James Whitfield
Website: hertel.org.uk
Contact: See the Contact section below

Information We Collect

hertel.org.uk may collect the following categories of personal and non-personal data:

Usage Data: IP addresses, browser type and version, pages visited, time spent on pages, referral URLs, and device identifiers collected automatically when you browse our site.
Cookies and Tracking Data: Information collected through cookies, web beacons, and similar tracking technologies as described in the Cookies section below.
Voluntarily Submitted Data: Any information you choose to provide through contact forms, email correspondence, or newsletter subscriptions, including your name and email address.
Analytics Data: Aggregated and anonymised behavioural data gathered through third-party analytics services to understand how visitors use hertel.org.uk.

How We Use Your Information

We use the data collected for the following legitimate purposes:

To operate, maintain, and improve hertel.org.uk and its editorial content
To analyse visitor behaviour and improve user experience
To respond to enquiries and correspondence submitted by users
To monitor site security and prevent fraudulent or abusive activity
To comply with applicable legal obligations under UK and international law

Cookies

hertel.org.uk uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience and collect analytical data. Cookies are small text files stored on your device. We use the following types of cookies:

Essential Cookies: Required for the basic functionality of hertel.org.uk and cannot be disabled.
Analytics Cookies: Used to track visitor statistics and understand how users navigate our site. These are anonymised where possible.
Advertising and Affiliate Cookies: Where applicable, third-party affiliate networks may set cookies to track referrals from hertel.org.uk to casino platforms we review.

You may manage or disable cookies through your browser settings at any time. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of hertel.org.uk.

Third-Party Links and Affiliate Relationships

hertel.org.uk contains links to external casino platforms and gambling operators. These links may be affiliate links, meaning we may earn a commission if you register or deposit via our referrals. We are not responsible for the privacy practices, terms, or content of any third-party websites. We strongly encourage you to read the privacy policies of any external sites you visit.

Analytics Services

We may use third-party analytics providers, including Google Analytics, to collect and process anonymised usage data. These providers may set their own cookies and operate under their own privacy policies. Data collected through analytics tools helps us understand traffic patterns and improve content on hertel.org.uk.

Your Rights Under GDPR and UK Data Protection Law

As a user based in the United Kingdom or European Union, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:

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 where no lawful basis for retention exists
Right to Restrict Processing: Request that we limit how we use your data
Right to Data Portability: Request transfer of your data in a structured, machine-readable format
Right to Object: Object to processing based on legitimate interests or direct marketing

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details provided below. We will respond within 30 days in accordance with applicable law.

Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy, or as required by law. Usage and analytics data is typically retained in anonymised form for statistical purposes.

Children's Privacy

hertel.org.uk is strictly intended for users aged 18 and over. We do not knowingly collect personal data from individuals under the age of 18. If you believe a minor has submitted personal information to us, please contact us immediately so we may take appropriate action.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time to reflect changes in law, technology, or our operational practices. Any updates will be published on this page with a revised effective date. Continued use of hertel.org.uk following any changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised policy.

Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests relating to this Privacy Policy or the handling of your personal data, please contact the responsible person directly:

James Whitfield
Website: hertel.org.uk
Email: [email protected]

James Whitfield is the individual responsible for data protection matters at Hertel and will handle all privacy-related correspondence in accordance with applicable UK data protection legislation, including the UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018.