· HERBARIUM EDITION · 2026 ·
Privacy Policy
Effective date: 26 May 2026. This policy explains how Vyrtello handles personal data when you read, interact with, or contact us through this website.
1. Scope and Role of Vyrtello
Vyrtello operates as an editorial comparison website focused on UK-licensed online casinos. We do not operate gambling services, accept bets, or hold player balances. This policy applies to information collected through vyrtello.com, including the homepage, legal pages, responsible gambling resources, and communication forms where present. When you click a link to an external operator, that operator processes your data under its own policies. We encourage you to review those documents before registering. For data protection purposes, Vyrtello acts as data controller for data processed directly through this site.
2. Data We Collect
We collect limited categories of information to keep the website functional, secure, and useful. This may include technical identifiers such as device type, browser family, language preference, pages visited, and referral information. We may also collect interaction data like button clicks, table sort actions, or cookie preference choices. If you contact us by email, we process the details you provide in your message, including your address and correspondence history. We do not request sensitive personal information and we do not knowingly collect payment details, national ID numbers, or direct gambling account credentials.
3. Why We Use Personal Data
Data use follows clear operational purposes. We use technical logs to maintain uptime, diagnose errors, and prevent abuse. We use interaction information to improve readability and usability of editorial pages, such as identifying where users stop scrolling or which comparison criteria are most consulted. Communication data is used to answer support or legal questions. We also use limited analytics to understand traffic trends and maintain content quality. We do not sell personal data and we do not profile users for automated legal or similarly significant decisions.
4. UK GDPR Lawful Bases
Our processing relies on lawful bases under UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018. Operational logs and security monitoring are processed under legitimate interests, balanced against your rights and expectations. Cookie preferences and non-essential cookies are based on consent, which can be changed later. Where you contact us directly, processing is usually necessary to respond to your request and pursue legitimate interests in correspondence management. If a legal obligation applies, such as retaining records for compliance or responding to lawful authority requests, we process data on that basis as required.
5. Cookies and Similar Tools
Vyrtello uses cookies and local storage to remember consent status, age-confirmation state, and basic interface preferences. We may also use measurement tags to understand aggregate traffic and page usage. These technologies help us keep the site stable and improve editorial layout decisions. Full cookie categories, retention windows, and management options are described in our dedicated Cookie Policy. You can also control cookies through your browser settings. Blocking certain cookies may affect site behavior, including persistence of your selected preferences.
6. Sharing with Service Providers and Third Parties
We share personal data only when needed to run the website, communicate with users, or meet legal obligations. Service providers may include hosting partners, security monitoring tools, and analytics processors acting on our instructions. They are contractually required to process data only for agreed purposes and to apply appropriate safeguards. Affiliate links direct users to third-party casino websites; once you leave Vyrtello, the destination site controls further processing. We may disclose data to regulators, courts, or law enforcement when legally required or to protect rights and safety.
7. International Transfers
Some providers may process data outside the UK. When this occurs, we apply transfer mechanisms permitted by UK law, which can include adequacy regulations or approved contractual safeguards. We assess transfer risks, review provider security practices, and limit exported data to what is necessary. Transfer arrangements are reviewed periodically, especially when legal frameworks change. You may contact us for more information about the safeguards that apply to relevant processing activities, subject to confidentiality and security limitations.
8. Retention Periods
Retention depends on data category and operational purpose. Routine technical logs are held for limited periods needed for troubleshooting and security analysis, then removed or anonymised. Cookie preference records are stored to respect your chosen settings and avoid repeated prompts. Email correspondence is retained for as long as required to resolve the request and document follow-up obligations. Where legal requirements demand longer storage, we retain only what is necessary. At the end of each retention period, information is deleted or irreversibly anonymised.
9. Your Rights
Under UK GDPR, you may request access to personal data we hold about you, ask for correction of inaccurate information, and request deletion where no lawful ground for continued processing exists. You may also request restriction of processing, object to certain legitimate-interest processing, and ask for data portability where applicable. Consent-based processing can be withdrawn at any time, without affecting earlier lawful use. We may need to verify identity before fulfilling requests, and we will respond within statutory timelines unless an extension is permitted by law.
10. Children and Age Policy
Vyrtello is intended for adults aged 18 and over. Our content concerns gambling-related information and is not directed at children. We apply an age-confirmation gate and expect users under 18 not to use this website. If we become aware that personal data from a child has been submitted, we will take reasonable steps to delete that data promptly unless retention is required by law. Parents or guardians who believe a child has provided information may contact us for review and removal support.
11. Security Measures
We maintain technical and organisational measures designed to protect data against unauthorised access, loss, disclosure, and alteration. Controls include access restrictions, monitoring of suspicious traffic patterns, and regular reviews of provider security commitments. No internet-based service can guarantee absolute security, but we work to reduce risk with proportionate safeguards and operational discipline. If a personal data breach occurs and notification is legally required, we will follow UK regulatory reporting standards and notify affected individuals where appropriate.
12. Policy Updates and Contact
We may update this policy to reflect legal developments, service changes, or improved data practices. Material changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Where required, we will request renewed consent before applying changes to consent-based processing. Questions or rights requests can be sent to privacy@vyrtello.com. You may also lodge a complaint with the UK Information Commissioner's Office if you believe your data rights have been infringed, though we welcome the chance to address concerns directly first.