Privacy Policy

This policy applies between you, the User of this Website and Central Competitions Ltd, the owner and provider of this Website. Central Competitions Ltd takes the privacy of your information very seriously. This policy applies to our use of all Data collected or provided by you in relation to your use of the Website. This policy should be read alongside our Terms & Conditions.

Use of Personal Data

We use your personal data only for the purposes collected. If we need to use it for an unrelated purpose, we will notify you and explain the legal basis. We do not pass your personal data to third parties for marketing. We may share data if required by law, only to the extent necessary. We apply technical and organisational security measures, including encryption, to keep your data secure.

Definitions and Interpretation

• Data: all information you submit via the Website.
• Cookies: small text files placed on your device.
• Data Protection Laws: laws including UK GDPR and the DPA 2018.
• GDPR: UK General Data Protection Regulation.
• Central Competitions Ltd: company number SC851311.
• User: anyone accessing the Website.
• Website: https://www.centralcompetitions.co.uk

Scope

This policy applies only to actions of Central Competitions Ltd and Users with respect to this Website. Central Competitions Ltd is the data controller for the purposes of applicable data protection law.

Data Collected

• First and last name
• Contact information (email, telephone)
• Address and billing details
• Account details and purchase history
• Technical data (IP address, device, browser)

How We Collect Data

Given by you

• Contact via Website, phone, or email
• Account registration
• Competition entries and checkout
• Payments and support requests

Automatically

• Website usage logs (IP, timestamps, pages visited)
• Cookies and similar technologies in line with your preferences

Our Use of Data

• Providing and managing your account and entries
• Processing payments and fulfilling orders
• Customer support and service improvement
• Marketing communications with consent
• Analytics, troubleshooting, and security

Who We Share Data With

• Group companies, employees, agents, and advisors
• Payment providers and fraud prevention services
• Couriers and IT service providers
• Regulators and law enforcement where required

Keeping Data Secure

We use appropriate technical and organisational measures including secure servers, access controls, and encryption. To report a suspected breach please email info@centralcompetitions.co.uk.

Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes set out in this policy, including legal, accounting, or reporting requirements. Backups may persist for a limited period thereafter.

Your Rights

You have rights to access, correction, erasure, restriction, portability, and objection. To exercise these rights, email info@centralcompetitions.co.uk. You can also complain to the ICO at ico.org.uk.

Cookie Policy

Last updated: 11 June 2025

1. Introduction

We use cookies and similar technologies to personalise content, analyse traffic, and improve your experience. This section explains what cookies are, how we use them, and your choices.

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help the site recognise your device and remember preferences.

3. Types of Cookies We Use

3.1 Essential Cookies

Required for core functionality (e.g., login, basket, checkout).

3.2 Performance & Analytics Cookies

Aggregate usage info to help us improve the site.

3.3 Functional Cookies

Remember your choices such as language and region.

3.4 Targeting Cookies

Used (where enabled) to show relevant adverts on other sites.

4. Third-Party Cookies

• Google Analytics - usage analytics
• Facebook Pixel - advertising/remarketing
• Hotjar - heatmaps/session recordings

5. Your Cookie Choices

• Manage or delete cookies in your browser settings (note: some features may not work without cookies).
• Use opt-out tools such as the Google Analytics Opt-out.

6. Changes

We may update this policy periodically. Changes will be posted here with an updated "Last updated" date.