Privacy Policy
Last Updated: January 2026
Benjamin Hertwig ("we," "us," "our," or "Company") operates benjaminhertwig.com (the "Site"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website dedicated to reviewing and recommending online casinos in Canada.
Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our Site.
Information We Collect
We collect information in the following ways:
- Personal Information: When you voluntarily submit information through contact forms, newsletters, or surveys, we may collect your name, email address, and other details you provide.
- Technical Information: We automatically collect your IP address, browser type, operating system, pages visited, time spent on pages, and referring URLs.
- Cookies and Tracking: We use cookies, pixels, and similar technologies to track your interactions with our Site and remember your preferences.
- Usage Data: We collect information about how you interact with our content, including which casino reviews you view and which affiliate links you click.
How We Use Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- To operate, maintain, and improve the Site's functionality and content.
- To track affiliate commissions when you click through to partner casinos.
- To analyze user behavior and site performance through analytics tools.
- To send newsletters, updates, and promotional content (with your consent).
- To respond to your inquiries and customer support requests.
- To comply with legal obligations and prevent fraud.
Cookie Policy
Our Site uses the following types of cookies:
- Essential Cookies: Required for Site functionality and security.
- Analytics Cookies: Used to understand how visitors interact with our Site (e.g., Google Analytics).
- Affiliate Tracking Cookies: Used to track referrals and commissions from casino partners.
- Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences.
Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent. You can also opt-out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on. Please note that disabling cookies may affect Site functionality.
Third-Party Links
Our Site contains links to external casino websites and affiliate partners. We are not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or policies of third-party websites. We strongly encourage you to review the privacy policies of any linked sites before providing personal information. Our inclusion of third-party links does not constitute an endorsement of their privacy practices.
Your Rights
Under Canadian privacy laws, including the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA), you have the following rights:
- Right of Access: You may request access to the personal information we hold about you.
- Right to Correction: You may request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information.
- Right to Deletion: You may request deletion of your personal information, subject to legal retention requirements.
- Right to Opt-Out: You may opt-out of marketing communications at any time.
- Right to Withdraw Consent: You may withdraw consent for data processing where it is based on your consent.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information below.
Data Retention
We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law. Analytics data is typically retained for 26 months. Affiliate tracking data may be retained to process commissions and resolve disputes. You may request deletion of your information at any time, subject to legal or contractual obligations.
Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:
Email: privacy@benjaminhertwig.com
Website: benjaminhertwig.com
We will respond to your inquiry within 30 days. If you believe we have violated your privacy rights, you may file a complaint with the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada (OPC).