Last updated: May 2026 — James Whitfield, Thepinups
This Privacy Policy explains how Thepinups, operated by James Whitfield and accessible at thepinups.co.uk, collects, uses, stores, and protects the personal information of visitors to this website. By accessing or using thepinups.co.uk, you agree to the practices described in this policy. If you do not agree with these terms, please discontinue use of the site immediately.
This policy was last updated in 2026 and applies to all users visiting thepinups.co.uk from the United Kingdom and beyond. We are committed to handling your personal data responsibly and in full compliance with applicable data protection legislation, including the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.
The data controller responsible for thepinups.co.uk is:
As the owner and operator of thepinups.co.uk, James Whitfield determines the purposes and means by which any personal data collected through this site is processed.
When you visit thepinups.co.uk, we may collect the following categories of information:
Thepinups.co.uk does not require users to register an account, and we do not knowingly collect sensitive personal data such as financial details or identification documents.
Thepinups.co.uk uses cookies to enhance site functionality, analyse traffic, and support our affiliate partnerships. Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit our site. The types of cookies we use include:
You may manage or disable cookies through your browser settings at any time. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of thepinups.co.uk.
Thepinups.co.uk uses third-party analytics tools, which may include Google Analytics or similar services, to monitor and report website traffic. These tools collect anonymised usage data to help us understand visitor behaviour. Data collected through analytics services is processed in accordance with the respective provider's privacy policy. You may opt out of Google Analytics tracking by using the Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-on.
Thepinups.co.uk is a review and information website. Our content includes links to third-party casino and gambling operators. When you click these links, you will be directed to external websites that operate under their own privacy policies. Thepinups.co.uk is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of any third-party websites. We strongly encourage you to review the privacy policy of any external site before providing personal information.
We participate in affiliate programmes and may earn a commission when users click our links and register with reviewed operators. This does not affect the independence of our editorial content.
Information collected by thepinups.co.uk is used for the following purposes:
We retain personal data only for as long as is necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy or to comply with legal obligations. Analytics and cookie data is typically retained for no longer than 26 months from the date of collection. Any correspondence you send to us directly will be retained for a maximum of 24 months unless a longer retention period is required by law.
As a resident of the United Kingdom or the European Economic Area, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:
To exercise any of these rights, please contact James Whitfield directly using the details provided in the Contact section below. We will respond to all valid requests within 30 days.
Although thepinups.co.uk primarily serves the United Kingdom market, we acknowledge the rights of California residents under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). California users may request disclosure of the categories of personal information collected, request deletion of their data, and opt out of the sale of personal information. Thepinups.co.uk does not sell personal data to third parties. To submit a CCPA request, please contact us at the address below.
Thepinups.co.uk publishes content relating to gambling and casino services, which is strictly intended for adults aged 18 years 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 thepinups.co.uk, please contact us immediately so that we may take appropriate steps to remove such information.
We take reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect the personal data held in connection with thepinups.co.uk against unauthorised access, loss, or disclosure. However, no method of data transmission or storage over the internet is entirely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security of your information.
Thepinups.co.uk reserves the right to update or amend this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be published on this page with a revised effective date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to remain informed about how we