Last updated: May 2026 — James Whitfield, Reliefbeds

Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 1 January 2026

Website: reliefbeds.co.za

Responsible Person: James Whitfield

This Privacy Policy explains how Reliefbeds, operated by James Whitfield and accessible at reliefbeds.co.za, collects, uses, stores, and protects personal information obtained from visitors to our website. By accessing or using reliefbeds.co.za, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this policy. If you do not agree with any part of this Privacy Policy, please discontinue use of the website immediately.

1. About Reliefbeds

Reliefbeds is an independent online casino review and information website serving users primarily in Great Britain. We publish editorial reviews, comparisons, and guides relating to online casino platforms. Reliefbeds does not operate any gambling services directly, accept wagers, or process financial transactions on behalf of third-party casino operators.

2. Information We Collect

When you visit reliefbeds.co.za, we may collect the following categories of information:

• Automatically Collected Data: IP addresses, browser type and version, operating system, referring URLs, pages visited, time spent on pages, and device identifiers.
• Cookies and Tracking Technologies: Session cookies, persistent cookies, and similar technologies used to enhance your browsing experience and gather analytical data.
• Contact Form Data: If you choose to contact us via any enquiry form, we may collect your name, email address, and the content of your message.
• Voluntary Submissions: Any information you voluntarily provide when interacting with features or responding to surveys on reliefbeds.co.za.

We do not knowingly collect sensitive personal data such as financial details, payment card numbers, or government identification numbers.

3. How We Use Your Information

Reliefbeds uses collected data for the following purposes:

• To operate, maintain, and improve the functionality of reliefbeds.co.za
• To analyse visitor behaviour and website performance through analytics tools
• To respond to enquiries submitted directly to James Whitfield or the Reliefbeds team
• To comply with legal obligations applicable under UK and international law
• To detect, prevent, and address technical issues or fraudulent activity

4. Cookies

Reliefbeds uses cookies to improve user experience and gather analytical insights. Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit reliefbeds.co.za. We use the following types of cookies:

• Essential Cookies: Required for the website to function correctly.
• Analytics Cookies: Used to understand how visitors interact with our pages, including tools such as Google Analytics.
• Advertising and Affiliate Cookies: Used to track referrals to third-party casino operators for commercial purposes.

You may disable or manage cookies through your browser settings at any time. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of reliefbeds.co.za.

5. Third-Party Links and Partners

reliefbeds.co.za contains links to third-party online casino operators, affiliate partners, and external websites. Reliefbeds is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those external sites. We strongly encourage users to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites they visit. Clicking affiliate links may result in Reliefbeds receiving a commission, which does not affect the objectivity of our editorial reviews.

6. Analytics

We use third-party analytics services, which may include Google Analytics, to monitor and evaluate traffic patterns on reliefbeds.co.za. These services collect data using cookies and similar technologies. Information gathered is anonymised and aggregated where possible. You may opt out of Google Analytics tracking by using the Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-on.

7. Your Rights Under GDPR and CCPA

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may hold the following rights regarding your personal data:

• Right of Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
• Right to Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
• Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data where no lawful basis for retention exists.
• Right to Object: Object to the processing of your personal data for specific purposes.
• Right to Data Portability: Request transfer of your data in a structured, machine-readable format.
• Right to Restrict Processing: Request that we limit how we use your data in certain circumstances.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact James Whitfield directly using the details provided below.

8. Data Retention

Reliefbeds retains personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy, or as required by applicable law. Contact enquiry data is typically retained for no longer than twelve months unless an ongoing correspondence or legal obligation requires extended retention.

9. Data Security

We implement reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect information collected through reliefbeds.co.za against unauthorised access, loss, or misuse. However, no method of transmission over the internet is entirely secure, and Reliefbeds cannot guarantee absolute security of data transmitted to or from our website.

10. Children's Privacy

reliefbeds.co.za is intended solely for users aged 18 years and over. Gambling-related content is strictly for adults. We do not knowingly collect personal data from individuals under the age of 18. If you believe a minor has submitted personal information to us, please contact James Whitfield immediately so that appropriate action can be taken.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

Reliefbeds reserves the right to update or amend this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be published on this page with a revised effective date. Continued use of reliefbeds.co.za following any updates constitutes your acceptance of the revised policy. We recommend reviewing this page periodically to remain informed of any changes.

12. Contact Information

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests relating to this Privacy Policy or the handling of your personal data, please contact the responsible person directly:

• Name: James Whitfield
• Website: reliefbeds.co.za
• Role: Owner and Data Controller, Reliefbeds

James Whitfield is the designated responsible individual for all data protection matters relating to reliefbeds.co.za. All enquiries will be responded to within a reasonable timeframe in accordance with applicable legal requirements.