Last updated: 11.10.2025
1) Who we are
This Privacy Policy explains how Hightechcyprus.com (“we”, “us”, “our”) collects, uses, and protects your personal data when you visit Hightechcyprus.com (the “Site”).
Controller:
Michalis Papadopoulos
Triteas 14, Athina 104 41, Greece
Contact: [email protected]
If you are in the EEA/UK, we are the data controller under GDPR.
2) What this site is (and isn’t)
We are an information and affiliate website about online casinos and sports betting. We do not operate gambling services. We link to third-party operators who run their own websites under their own terms, privacy policies, and licenses. Please read those before registering or depositing.
Your use of this Site is also subject to our Terms & Conditions.
3) Age & responsible gambling
Our content is intended for adults (18+) only. If you are under the legal gambling age in your jurisdiction, do not use this Site. If we learn that we have collected data from a minor, we will delete it.
4) Personal data we collect
4.1 Data you provide
- Contact data (if you email us or submit a form): name, email, message content.
- Account/newsletter data (if applicable): email, preferences, country.
- Giveaways/surveys (if applicable): name, email, responses.
4.2 Data collected automatically
- Usage data & device data: IP address (may be truncated/anonymized), browser type, language, country/region, referrer, pages viewed, time on page, clicks/outbound clicks.
- Cookies & similar technologies (see §10): to measure traffic, improve UX, prevent fraud/abuse, and manage consent.
4.3 Data from third parties
- Analytics/anti-abuse/CDN/hosting partners (e.g., Cloudflare, hosting provider).
- Affiliate/advertising partners (e.g., click IDs to attribute outbound traffic).
- Social media widgets (if embedded).
We do not collect special category data (e.g., health, religion) and we do not profile you for legal or similarly significant decisions.
5) Purposes & lawful bases (GDPR)
| Purpose | Examples | Lawful Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Site operation & security | Hosting, CDN, DDoS protection, fraud prevention | Legitimate interests (keep Site secure & functional) |
| Analytics & performance | Page metrics, UX, A/B tests | Consent (where required), otherwise legitimate interests |
| Affiliate attribution | Track outbound clicks to partner sites | Legitimate interests (operate affiliate business); consent where required |
| Marketing/newsletter | Send updates (if you subscribe) | Consent (you can withdraw anytime) |
| Compliance | Legal obligations, responding to requests | Legal obligation |
Where we rely on consent, you can withdraw it at any time via our Cookie/Consent settings or by contacting us.
6) How we share data
We share data only as necessary with:
- Service providers / processors: hosting, CDN/WAF, analytics, newsletter, consent management, error monitoring.
- Affiliate/advertising partners: to attribute clicks/conversions when you follow our outbound links.
- Authorities or legal advisors: where required by law or to defend legal claims.
We do not sell your personal data.
7) International transfers
We are based in Greece. Some providers may process data outside your country (including outside the EEA/UK). Where required, we use safeguards such as Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) or rely on adequacy decisions. Details available on request.
8) Retention
We keep personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes above:
- Contact emails/forms: [3 months]
- Analytics (pseudonymous): [3 months] or per vendor defaults
- Newsletter data: until you unsubscribe or request deletion
- Logs/security events: [7 days]
We then delete or irreversibly anonymize data.
9) Your rights (GDPR/UK)
You may have the right to access, rectify, erase, restrict, object, and data portability, and to withdraw consent at any time. You also have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.
- Contact for requests: [[email protected]]
- EEA example authority: Office of the Commissioner for Personal Data Protection (Cyprus) or your local DPA.
10) Cookies & similar technologies
We use cookies, local storage, and similar technologies for:
- Strictly necessary: core functionality, security.
- Preferences: language, settings.
- Analytics/performance: traffic stats, UX improvements.
- Affiliate attribution: tracking outbound clicks so partners know you came from us.
Where required, we use a Consent Management Platform (CMP). You can manage preferences via the Cookie/Consent banner or browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect functionality.
11) Affiliate links & outbound tracking
Links to casino/sportsbook partners may contain tracking parameters (e.g., click IDs). When you click, we may record the click and the partner may set cookies to attribute any subsequent action (e.g., sign-up). This helps keep the Site free. Each partner is responsible for their own privacy practices once you leave our Site.
12) Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect data (HTTPS, access controls, encryption in transit, least-privilege, regular updates). No method of transmission or storage is 100% secure.
13) Third-party content
Our Site may include embedded content (e.g., videos, social widgets) or links to third-party sites. Those parties may collect data in accordance with their own policies. We are not responsible for third-party practices.
14) Do Not Track
Some browsers offer “Do Not Track”. We do not change our practices in response to DNT signals. Use our Cookie/Consent controls to manage optional cookies.
15) Children’s privacy
We do not knowingly collect data from persons under 18 or below the legal gambling age in your jurisdiction. If you believe a minor has provided data, contact us to delete it.
16) Changes to this Policy
We may update this Policy from time to time. The effective date appears at the top. Material changes will be highlighted on this page and/or via notice on the Site.
17) Contact
Michalis Papadopoulos (Owner Hightechcyprus.com)
Address: Triteas 14, Athina 104 41, Greece
Email: [email protected]
Phone: Not available
