Privacy Policy
How we collect, use and protect your data when you visit Darts Daily.
Introduction
At Darts Daily ("we", "us", "our"), we take your privacy seriously. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose and safeguard your information when you visit our website www.dartsdaily.net (the "Site").
By using the Site, you consent to the data practices described in this policy. If you do not agree with the terms of this Privacy Policy, please do not access the Site.
Information We Collect
Information You Provide Voluntarily
We may collect information you voluntarily provide when you:
- Subscribe to our newsletter — we collect your email address via Mailchimp
- Contact us via email — we collect your email address and the content of your message
We do not collect your name, phone number, address or any other personal information unless you voluntarily include it in an email to us.
Information Collected Automatically
When you visit the Site, certain information is collected automatically, including:
- Device information — browser type, operating system, device type
- Usage data — pages visited, time spent on pages, referring URLs
- IP address — anonymised and used for general location analytics only
- Cookies — small data files stored on your device (see Cookies section below)
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Operate and maintain the Site — ensuring it functions correctly
- Improve the Site — understanding how visitors use the Site to make it better
- Send newsletters — if you've opted in, we send occasional email updates
- Respond to enquiries — replying to emails and messages you send us
- Analyse traffic — understanding visitor patterns to improve content
- Display relevant advertising — through Google AdSense (if applicable)
We never sell your personal information to third parties.
Third-Party Services
We use the following third-party services that may collect data:
| Service | Purpose | Data Collected |
|---|---|---|
| Google Analytics | Website analytics | Anonymised usage data, device info, pages visited |
| Google AdSense | Display advertising | Cookies for ad personalisation (if applicable) |
| Ahrefs Analytics | SEO analytics | Anonymised usage and traffic data |
| Mailchimp | Newsletter delivery | Email address (if you subscribe) |
| Amazon Associates | Affiliate programme | Cookies for tracking affiliate purchases |
Each of these services has their own privacy policy. We encourage you to review them:
Cookies
Cookies are small data files placed on your device when you visit a website. We use the following types of cookies:
| Cookie Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Essential | Theme preference (light/dark mode), streak counter | Persistent (localStorage) |
| Analytics | Google Analytics — tracking page views and usage | Up to 2 years |
| Advertising | Google AdSense — displaying relevant ads | Varies |
| Affiliate | Amazon Associates — tracking affiliate clicks | 24 hours |
How to Manage Cookies
You can control and delete cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
- View what cookies are stored on your device
- Delete individual or all cookies
- Block all cookies or only third-party cookies
- Set preferences for certain websites
Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of the Site.
Affiliate Links
Some pages on the Site contain affiliate links to products on Amazon and other retailers. When you click these links and make a purchase, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.
Affiliate links are clearly identified on each page. Our editorial opinions and product recommendations are never influenced by affiliate partnerships.
For more details, see our Affiliate Disclosure.
Data Security
We take reasonable measures to protect your information. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.
Children's Privacy
The Site is not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected personal data from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete that information immediately.
Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal data:
- Access — request a copy of the data we hold about you
- Correction — request that we correct inaccurate data
- Deletion — request that we delete your data
- Opt-out — unsubscribe from our newsletter at any time
- Cookie control — manage cookies through your browser settings
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at 180@dartsdaily.net.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we make changes, we will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this page periodically for any changes.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us: