1. Introduction
This Privacy Policy explains how top-ie.com ("TOP-IE", "we", "our" or "us") processes information about visitors to our website. We are committed to handling your data in a responsible, transparent and secure manner. Our goal is to provide detailed casino reviews and educational content without collecting more information than we truly need. We encourage you to read this document carefully to understand what data we collect, why we collect it and what rights you have under applicable data protection laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
2. Data We Collect
When you browse top-ie.com we generally do not require you to identify yourself. We do not operate user accounts or forums, and we do not ask you to upload identification documents. However, like most websites, we use analytics and server logs that may process certain technical information such as IP address, browser type, device identifiers, pages visited, time spent on each page and referring URLs. This information helps us understand how our content is used, which articles are popular and where we should improve performance or navigation. The data is aggregated and is not used to create marketing profiles for individual users.
If you contact us via email or through a contact form, we will process the information you choose to share, such as your name, email address and the content of your message. We use this data solely for the purpose of responding to your query and keeping a record of communication in case we need to follow up. We do not add your email to marketing lists without your explicit consent and we do not share correspondence with third parties unless legally required to do so.
3. Cookies & Analytics
top-ie.com uses cookies and similar technologies to operate the site and measure audience statistics. Essential cookies are required for basic functionality, such as remembering your cookie preferences and serving content efficiently. These cookies are always enabled because the site would not function properly without them. Non‑essential cookies, such as analytics or advertising tags, are loaded only after you have given consent through the cookie banner. You can withdraw or modify your consent at any time by adjusting your cookie settings or clearing stored cookies in your browser.
For analytics we may use reputable third‑party providers that process data on our behalf. These providers are carefully selected and bound by data processing agreements that limit their ability to use the information for their own purposes. We configure analytics tools to use IP anonymisation features wherever possible and to store data only for as long as necessary for statistical reporting. More technical details, including the names of cookies and retention periods, are provided in our separate Cookie Policy.
4. Legal Basis & Purposes
We rely on several legal bases to process personal data. For essential cookies and server logs our legitimate interest is to maintain the security and stability of the website, prevent abuse and understand aggregated usage patterns. When you consent to optional cookies or sign up to receive email communications, the legal basis is your explicit consent, which you may withdraw at any time. When you contact us with a question, our legal basis is our legitimate interest in responding to your request and maintaining a record of correspondence.
5. Data Sharing & International Transfers
We do not sell your personal data. We may share limited information with service providers who support our operations, such as hosting companies, email providers and analytics vendors. These partners are given only the data they need to perform their tasks and are contractually obliged to protect it. Some service providers may be located outside the European Economic Area. In such cases we rely on appropriate safeguards such as Standard Contractual Clauses or equivalent mechanisms to ensure that your data receives a level of protection essentially equivalent to that in the EU.
6. Your Rights
Under GDPR and other applicable laws you may have the right to access your personal data, request correction of inaccurate information, ask for deletion of data in certain circumstances or object to specific types of processing. You may also have the right to data portability and the right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority. Because we collect very little personal data, these rights will usually apply only if you have contacted us directly or if we can reasonably link technical information to you. To exercise any of these rights please contact us using the details provided on the Contact page and we will respond as soon as reasonably possible.
7. Retention & Security
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to achieve the purposes described above or to comply with legal obligations. Server logs are typically stored for a short period to investigate security incidents and produce anonymised statistics. Communication records may be stored longer if they relate to ongoing support or legal matters. We apply technical and organisational measures to protect data against unauthorised access, loss or alteration, including encryption in transit, restricted access rights and regular security reviews.
8. Updates
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, applicable laws or the services we use. When we make material changes we will update the "last updated" date at the top of the page and, where appropriate, provide a more prominent notice on the website. We encourage you to revisit this page periodically to stay informed about how your data is protected.