Privacy Policy
Last Updated: 2026
This Privacy Policy explains how Colchester Film Society ("we," "us," "our," or "Company") collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you visit colchesterfilmsociety.org.uk (the "Site"). We are committed to protecting your privacy in accordance with UK and EU data protection laws.
Information We Collect
We collect the following types of information:
- Personal Information: Name, email address, and other details you voluntarily provide when contacting us or signing up for newsletters
- Technical Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, and device information
- Cookies: Data stored on your device to enhance your browsing experience
- Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on Site, referral sources, and interaction patterns
How We Use Information
We use collected information for the following purposes:
- Analytics and tracking affiliate activity to measure marketing effectiveness
- Improving Site functionality and user experience
- Responding to inquiries and providing customer support
- Complying with legal obligations
- Fraud prevention and Site security
Cookie Policy
Our Site uses cookies to enhance user experience. Types of cookies include:
- Essential Cookies: Required for Site functionality
- Analytics Cookies: Track user behaviour and Site performance
- Affiliate Tracking Cookies: Monitor referrals to partner casinos and affiliates
- Marketing Cookies: Deliver targeted content and advertisements
You may opt out of non-essential cookies by adjusting your browser settings or using our cookie consent tool. However, disabling certain cookies may affect Site functionality.
Third-Party Links
Our Site contains links to casino websites and affiliate partners. We are not responsible for the privacy practices, policies, or content of these external websites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing personal information. Your use of third-party sites is entirely at your own risk and subject to their terms and conditions.
Your Rights
Under the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and Data Protection Act 2018, you have the right to:
- Access your personal data and obtain a copy
- Rectify inaccurate or incomplete data
- Request erasure of your data (right to be forgotten)
- Restrict or object to processing of your data
- Data portability – receive your data in a structured, commonly used format
- Withdraw consent at any time
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the details below. We will respond within 30 days of your request.
Data Retention
We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy. Analytics and usage data are typically retained for up to 13 months. You may request deletion of your data at any time, subject to legal obligations to retain certain information.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, wish to exercise your rights, or have privacy concerns, please contact us at:
Email: privacy@colchesterfilmsociety.org.uk
We take your privacy seriously and will address your concerns promptly and professionally.