Privacy Policy

1. Who We Are & What This Policy Covers

BoatBound (“we,” “us,” or “our”) operates boatbound.co, a US-focused affiliate website covering online casinos, sweepstakes casinos, and other iGaming platforms. Our goal is to provide informative guides, expert tips, and reviews of games like slots, blackjack, roulette, and live dealer experiences. We also cover bonuses, promotions, payment methods, and crypto-friendly options. Some links on our site are affiliate links, meaning we may earn a commission if you click or sign up.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and share your information when you visit our website, interact with content, or click on affiliate links. It also covers your rights under US privacy laws, including California (CPRA), Virginia, Colorado, Connecticut, and Utah regulations.

2. What We Collect

Contact Details

• If you submit a form or sign up for a newsletter, we may collect your name and email address.

Browsing & Device Data

• We collect information automatically when you visit, including IP address, pages viewed, referring website, approximate location, device type, operating system, and browser type.

Cookies & Trackers

• We use cookies, pixels, and other tracking technologies for analytics, advertising, and affiliate attribution. This includes UTM parameters, click IDs, and link-out events.

Sensitive Information

• We do not collect sensitive categories like race, religion, health data, financial account info, or government IDs.

3. How We Use Information

We use your information to:

• Operate and maintain the site.
• Prevent abuse or fraudulent activity.
• Measure traffic and improve our content.
• Personalize or cap ads.
• Attribute affiliate commissions for clicks or sign-ups.

If you subscribe to our newsletter, we use your email to send updates and promotions you requested. Every email includes an easy unsubscribe link.

4. Cookies & Tracking

Cookies and similar technologies help us track usage, show relevant ads, and measure affiliate performance.

Managing Cookies:

• Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies.
• To exercise your California privacy rights or opt out of sale/share, visit [DO_NOT_SELL_SHARE_URL] or email [email protected]
• We honor Global Privacy Control (GPC) signals where feasible.

5. Advertising, Analytics & Affiliates

We work with standard analytics, advertising, and affiliate networks to operate our website efficiently.

• Analytics: We track site traffic and user engagement (e.g., Google Analytics).
• Ads: Display and programmatic networks may show relevant advertisements.
• Affiliates: Links may contain tracking IDs for commission attribution. We may receive compensation when users click or convert.

Outbound affiliate links may also contain tracking parameters to ensure proper attribution.

6. Sharing of Information

We may share your information with:

• Service providers who help operate the site (hosting, analytics, anti-abuse).
• Advertising and affiliate partners for measurement, personalization, and cross-context behavioral advertising.
• Legal or regulatory authorities if required by law.

We do not sell your information for money. Any sharing is for operational purposes or advertising/affiliate measurement.

7. Your Privacy Rights (US States)

California (CPRA)

• Access, correct, delete, or receive a copy of your personal information.
• Opt out of sale/share of personal information.
• We do not use sensitive personal information.
• Non-discrimination if you exercise privacy rights.

Virginia, Colorado, Connecticut, Utah

• Access, correct, delete, or receive a copy of personal information.
• Opt out of targeted advertising.
• Option to appeal denied requests.

How to Exercise Rights

• Email: [email protected]
• Include your request and verification info.
• To appeal a denied request, email us with “Appeal” in the subject line.
• For California opt-out: [DO_NOT_SELL_SHARE_URL]
  

8. Data Retention & Security

We retain information only as long as needed:

• Analytics data: 24 months.
• Server logs: 12 months.

We use HTTPS, access controls, and regular updates to protect data. While we strive to maintain security, no system is completely foolproof.

9. Children’s Privacy

Our site is not directed at individuals under 21. Minors should not use our site or submit any personal information.

10. Third-Party Links & Disclaimers

We may link to external iGaming platforms and affiliate sites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Please review each site’s privacy policy before sharing your information.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be reflected by updating the “Last Updated” date and posting them on this page.

12. Contact

If you have questions or privacy concerns:

• Email: [email protected]

13. Not Legal Advice

This policy is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.