Privacy Policy
Last Updated: 2026
This Privacy Policy ("Policy") governs how CIT Northern Forum ("we," "us," "our," or "Website") collects, uses, and protects information when you visit citnorthernforum.com. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency about our data practices.
Please note: This website provides information about betting and gambling products. We are an affiliate site and do not provide gambling services directly. By using this Website, you consent to our collection and use of information as outlined below.
1. Information We Collect
We collect the following types of information:
- Personal Information: Name, email address, and any other information you voluntarily provide when contacting us or subscribing to our newsletter.
- Technical Data: IP address, browser type, operating system, device identifiers, and geographic location.
- Cookies: Information stored through cookies and similar tracking technologies (see Cookie Policy below).
- Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on pages, clicks, scroll depth, referral sources, and interaction patterns.
2. How We Use Information
We use collected information for the following purposes:
- Analytics: Understanding how users interact with our Website to improve content and user experience.
- Affiliate Tracking: Monitoring clicks and referrals to affiliated betting and casino operators to calculate commissions and ensure compliance with affiliate agreements.
- Site Improvement: Enhancing Website functionality, performance, security, and content relevance.
- Communications: Responding to inquiries and sending optional marketing communications (with your consent).
- Legal Compliance: Fulfilling legal and regulatory obligations in the United Kingdom.
3. Cookie Policy
Our Website uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience. We use the following types of cookies:
- Essential Cookies: Required for Website functionality, security, and core features.
- Analytics Cookies: Google Analytics and similar tools to track user behavior and site performance.
- Affiliate Tracking Cookies: Third-party cookies from affiliated casinos and betting operators to track referrals and conversions.
- Marketing Cookies: Used for targeted advertising and remarketing purposes.
Opt-Out Options: You can control cookies through your browser settings and decline non-essential cookies. However, disabling certain cookies may affect Website functionality. You may also opt out of Google Analytics tracking by visiting Google's opt-out page. Affiliate tracking cookies cannot be disabled without limiting our ability to provide accurate referral data.
4. Third-Party Links
Our Website contains links to external betting operators, casinos, and affiliate partners. We are not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or policies of these third-party websites. We strongly recommend reviewing their individual privacy policies before providing any personal information or engaging with their services.
Third-party operators may set their own cookies and collect additional data independently of our Website. Your interactions with third-party sites are governed by their respective privacy policies, not this Policy.
5. Your Rights
United Kingdom (UK GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018):
If you are located in the UK, you have the following rights:
- Right to access your personal data
- Right to rectification of inaccurate data
- Right to erasure ("right to be forgotten")
- Right to restrict processing
- Right to data portability
- Right to object to processing
- Right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO)
Other Jurisdictions: If you are a resident of the European Union, California, or other jurisdictions with specific privacy laws, you may have additional rights under GDPR, CCPA, or equivalent legislation. We will comply with applicable requirements.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details in the Contact Us section below.
6. Data Retention
We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law.
- Personal Information: Retained for up to 3 years from last interaction or until you request deletion.
- Cookies: Session cookies are deleted upon browser closure; persistent cookies are retained for up to 2 years.
- Analytics Data: Retained in aggregated form for up to 26 months.
- Affiliate Data: Retained for accounting and legal compliance purposes (typically 6 years for UK tax purposes).
7. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, wish to exercise your data rights, or have concerns about our data practices, please contact us at:
Email: [email protected]
We will respond to data subject requests within 30 days in accordance with UK GDPR requirements.
Disclaimer: This Website is intended for informational purposes only. Gambling involves risk and may not be suitable for all users. Please gamble responsibly and check local laws regarding online gambling in your jurisdiction. We do not endorse excessive gambling and recommend seeking support if you experience gambling-related issues.