Privacy Policy

This privacy policy explains how Sheffield Greyhound Results collects, processes and stores information when you use this website. We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling any personal data we obtain in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

Information We Collect

When you visit this website, certain data is collected automatically through standard server processes and analytical tools. This includes your IP address, browser type and version, operating system, referring URL, pages visited, time and date of access, and approximate geographic location derived from your IP address. This data is collected through server logs and, where applicable, through cookies and similar tracking technologies described in our Cookie Policy.

We do not operate user accounts on this website. We do not collect names, email addresses, telephone numbers or payment information unless you voluntarily provide such information through direct correspondence with us.

How We Use Your Information

The information we collect is used for the following purposes: to operate and maintain the website, to analyse visitor traffic and usage patterns in order to improve the content and user experience, to ensure the security and integrity of the website, and to comply with legal obligations applicable in the United Kingdom.

We do not use your data to build individual profiles for targeted advertising. We do not sell, rent or trade personal data to third parties for their own marketing purposes.

Legal Basis for Processing

We process personal data on the following legal grounds under the UK GDPR. Legitimate interests: we process server log data and analytics data to maintain, secure and improve the website, which constitutes a legitimate interest that does not override your fundamental rights. Consent: where we use non-essential cookies or tracking technologies, we rely on your consent, which you may withdraw at any time through your browser settings or through the options described in our Cookie Policy. Legal obligation: we may process data where necessary to comply with a legal requirement under UK law.

Third-Party Services

This website may use third-party services that collect data independently. These include analytics providers such as Google Analytics, which processes visitor data under its own privacy terms. Where third-party services are used, data may be transferred outside the United Kingdom. In such cases, appropriate safeguards are in place, including Standard Contractual Clauses approved by the UK Information Commissioner’s Office. You can review Google’s privacy practices at https://policies.google.com/privacy.

This website contains links to external websites, including those of bookmakers, the Greyhound Board of Great Britain, and other organisations mentioned in our content. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those external sites and recommend that you review their privacy policies independently.

Data Retention

Server log data is retained for a maximum of 26 months and is then deleted. Analytics data is retained in accordance with the retention settings configured within the analytics platform, which does not exceed 26 months. If you contact us directly, any correspondence data is retained for as long as necessary to address the purpose of your enquiry and is then deleted.

Your Rights

Under the UK GDPR, you have the following rights in relation to your personal data: the right to access the personal data we hold about you, the right to request rectification of inaccurate data, the right to request erasure of your data in certain circumstances, the right to restrict processing in certain circumstances, the right to data portability, and the right to object to processing based on legitimate interests. You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) if you believe your data has been handled unlawfully. The ICO can be contacted through https://ico.org.uk/.

Children’s Privacy

This website publishes content related to greyhound racing and betting markets. It is not directed at individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If we become aware that data from a person under 18 has been collected, we will take steps to delete it promptly.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable law. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.