Last updated: 6 November 2025
1. Introduction
This Privacy Policy explains how UK Racing Data (“we”, “us”, “our”) collects, uses, and protects personal information obtained through our website, https://ukracingdata.co.uk (“the Website”).
We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your information in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.
By using this Website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
2. Who We Are
UK Racing Data
Email: info@ukracingdata.co.uk
Website: https://ukracingdata.co.uk
We are an independent publisher of horse-racing data and statistics based in the United Kingdom.
3. Information We Collect
We collect only the information necessary to operate the Website effectively and improve user experience. This may include:
(a) Information you provide directly
- When you contact us by email (your name, email address, and the contents of your message).
(b) Information collected automatically
When you visit the Website, certain information is collected automatically, such as:
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Device type and operating system
- Referring/exit pages
- Date and time of visits
- Pages viewed
This information is typically collected via cookies or analytics tools.
4. How We Use Your Information
We may use your information to:
- Respond to enquiries sent to info@ukracingdata.co.uk.
- Provide, maintain, and improve our Website.
- Analyse usage trends to improve performance and content.
- Comply with legal obligations.
We will never sell your personal information or share it with third parties for marketing purposes.
5. Cookies and Analytics
Our Website may use cookies to enhance your browsing experience and collect anonymous traffic data.
We may also use third-party analytics services (for example, Google Analytics) to understand how visitors use the Website. These tools collect information anonymously, including the number of visitors, where they came from, and which pages they viewed.
You can control or delete cookies via your browser settings. For more information, visit www.aboutcookies.org.
6. Legal Basis for Processing
We process personal data on one or more of the following bases:
- Consent – when you contact us voluntarily by email.
- Legitimate interests – to operate and improve the Website.
- Legal obligation – to comply with UK laws or regulations.
7. Data Retention
We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to respond to enquiries or fulfil the purpose for which it was collected.
Emails sent to info@ukracingdata.co.uk may be retained for record-keeping but are deleted when no longer required.
8. Sharing Your Data
We may share data with trusted service providers who help us operate the Website (for example, web hosting or analytics providers).
These providers handle data securely and only for the purposes we specify.
We do not transfer personal data outside the United Kingdom or European Economic Area (EEA) unless adequate safeguards are in place.
9. Data Security
We use appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect personal data against loss, misuse, unauthorised access or disclosure. However, no online transmission or storage system can be guaranteed 100% secure, so you use the Website at your own risk.
10. Your Rights
Under the UK GDPR, you have the right to:
- Access your personal data.
- Correct inaccurate or incomplete data.
- Request deletion of your data (“right to be forgotten”).
- Restrict processing of your data.
- Object to processing based on legitimate interests.
- Request portability of your data.
To exercise any of these rights, please email info@ukracingdata.co.uk.
11. Links to Other Websites
The Website may contain links to external sites. We are not responsible for their content, security or privacy practices. You should review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.
12. Children’s Privacy
This Website is intended for users aged 18 and over. We do not knowingly collect data from minors. If you believe we have inadvertently received data from someone under 18, please contact info@ukracingdata.co.uk and we will delete it promptly.
13. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with a new “Last updated” date.
Your continued use of the Website indicates your acceptance of any revised policy.
14. Contact Us
For all privacy or data-related enquiries, please contact:
Email: info@ukracingdata.co.uk
Website: https://ukracingdata.co.uk