Privacy Policy
Full transparency on data usage, AI predictions, legal rights, and responsible gambling practices.
📋 Quick Summary
- Who we are: FootyForecast.co.uk, operated by Daniel Kay
- What we collect: Basic usage data, cookies, and optional email subscriptions
- Why we collect it: To improve our service and provide AI football predictions
- Your rights: Access, correct, delete your data, or lodge complaints with the ICO
- AI disclaimer: Predictions are informational only, not betting advice
- Gambling warning: 18+ only. Please gamble responsibly
Introduction
FootyForecast operates in accordance with UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018. We aim to provide full transparency and accountability in how personal data is handled. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you use our website and services.
By using FootyForecast.co.uk, you consent to the practices described in this policy. If you do not agree with this policy, please do not use our website.
For any privacy-related inquiries, please contact us at aifootyforecast@gmail.com.
Legal Basis for Processing
Under UK GDPR, we process your personal data based on the following legal grounds:
- Consent: When you explicitly agree to our use of cookies, sign up for email newsletters, or accept our terms of service
- Legitimate interests: For analytics, site improvement, fraud prevention, and ensuring network security
- Legal obligations: When required to comply with applicable laws, regulations, or legal processes
- Contractual necessity: When processing is necessary for the performance of a contract with you
Data We Collect
We collect and process the following categories of personal data:
Identity Data
- Name (if provided)
- Email address (for newsletter subscriptions or contact forms)
- Username (if account functionality is enabled)
Technical Data
- IP address (anonymized where possible)
- Browser type and version
- Device information and operating system
- Time zone setting and location data
Usage Data
- Pages visited and time spent on each page
- Navigation paths through our website
- Referral sources and exit pages
- Interaction with AI prediction tools and features
Data is retained only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy. Typically, analytics data is retained for 12–36 months, while email subscription data is retained until you unsubscribe or request deletion.
Third-Party Services
We may use trusted third-party providers to facilitate our services. Categories of third parties include:
- Analytics providers: To understand website usage and improve our service
- Hosting providers: To store and serve our website content securely
- Email service providers: To manage newsletter subscriptions and communications
Some providers may be located outside the UK. When this occurs, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) approved by the UK Information Commissioner’s Office.
AI Predictions and Disclaimer
Predictions generated by our AI systems are for informational and entertainment purposes only. They do not guarantee outcomes and should not be considered as financial or betting advice.
Football matches involve unpredictable elements including injuries, weather, and refereeing decisions. FootyForecast accepts no responsibility for decisions made based on our AI-generated content.
Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, FootyForecast excludes liability for any losses or damages arising from reliance on website content or AI predictions. If you choose to place bets based on information from our website, you do so entirely at your own risk.
Your Data Protection Rights
- Right to access: Request a copy of your personal data
- Right to rectification: Request correction of inaccurate data
- Right to erasure: Request deletion of your personal data
- Right to object: Object to processing based on legitimate interests
To exercise these rights, contact us at aifootyforecast@gmail.com.
Responsible Gambling
You must be 18 years of age or older to use betting-related features on our website.
Support Resources
- BeGambleAware: www.begambleaware.org
- GamCare: www.gamcare.org.uk
- National Gambling Helpline: 0808 8020 133
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