Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy outlines how Euromillions.uk collects, uses, stores, and protects personal data in compliance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR), the Data Protection Act 2018, the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR), and other relevant legislation. It applies to all services, products, and interactions conducted through the Euromillions.uk website.

2. Data Controller

The data controller responsible for processing personal information collected via Euromillions.uk is the website’s operator, whose details are available in the Legal Notice section. For any privacy-related concerns or inquiries, please contact us using the details provided on the Contact page of this website.

3. Types of Data Collected

Euromillions.uk collects personal data only when users voluntarily provide it, particularly when subscribing to receive email communications. The only personal data routinely collected is the user’s email address. We do not collect special category data or sensitive information.

4. Methods of Data Collection

Personal data is collected via online forms embedded in the Euromillions.uk website. These forms require explicit and affirmative action from users to confirm their consent prior to any processing of their data.

5. Purpose of Data Collection and Processing

The personal data collected is used for the following purposes:

• To send personalised and relevant lottery result updates, statistical insights, and jackpot information.
• To distribute promotional or service-related communications regarding Euromillions.uk, subject to user consent.
• To conduct internal analysis for improving our services and user experience, using aggregated and anonymised data where appropriate.
• To fulfil legal obligations such as responding to lawful data access requests, fraud prevention, or compliance with tax authorities or other regulators.

6. Lawful Basis for Processing

Euromillions.uk processes personal data on the following legal bases:

• The data subject’s explicit consent under Article 6(1)(a) UK GDPR.
• Legitimate interests of the website in delivering and improving services, under Article 6(1)(f) UK GDPR.
• Compliance with legal obligations under Article 6(1)(c) UK GDPR.

7. Age Restrictions

Services provided by Euromillions.uk are strictly limited to individuals aged 18 years and over. If we discover that personal data has been collected from a person under this age, we will delete that data immediately in accordance with the Children and Young Persons Act 1933 and data protection regulations.

8. Data Sharing and Transfers

Euromillions.uk does not share personal data with third parties for marketing purposes. Data may be shared with service providers who act on our behalf (data processors), under strict contractual obligations. We do not transfer personal data outside the United Kingdom or the European Economic Area (EEA) unless adequate safeguards are in place.

9. Data Retention

We retain personal data for as long as it is necessary for the purposes for which it was collected, including to comply with legal, accounting, or reporting requirements. Once the data is no longer needed, it is securely deleted in accordance with our retention and deletion policy.

10. Data Security Measures

Euromillions.uk implements appropriate technical and organisational measures to ensure a level of security appropriate to the risk, including encryption (SSL), firewalls, access controls, and secure backup procedures. Despite our efforts, no online transmission or system can be guaranteed to be fully secure.

11. User Rights

Under UK GDPR, users have the following rights:

• The right to access their personal data.
• The right to rectification of inaccurate data.
• The right to erasure (‘right to be forgotten’) under certain conditions.
• The right to restrict processing.
• The right to data portability.
• The right to object to data processing.
• Rights in relation to automated decision-making and profiling.

To exercise these rights, users may contact us via the contact details provided on the website.

12. Cookies

Euromillions.uk uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance website functionality and personalise the user experience. Cookies used include essential, performance, and advertising cookies. Users can manage or disable cookies via their browser settings. Further information is available in our Cookie Policy.

13. Consequences of Not Providing Data

Failure to provide required personal data or consent may prevent us from delivering certain services, including receiving updates or promotional communications.

14. Supervisory Authority

Users have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO), the UK supervisory authority for data protection: www.ico.org.uk.

15. Updates to This Policy

We reserve the right to revise this Privacy Policy in response to changes in the law or our business operations. Updated versions will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.