Privacy Policy (GDPR)

Last updated: 29 Jan 2026

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy explains how Swingers.co.uk (“we”, “us”, “our”) collects, uses, stores, and protects your personal data when you use our website and services.

We are committed to protecting your privacy and complying with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

2. Data Controller

The data controller responsible for your personal data is:

Swingers.co.uk
Email: [info@swingers.co.uk ]

3. Personal Data We Collect

We may collect and process the following personal data:

a) Information you provide

• Name or username

• Email address

• Date of birth (age verification)

• Profile information, preferences, photos, and messages

• Payment and billing details (processed securely by third-party providers)

b) Information collected automatically

• IP address

• Device and browser information

• Log files and usage data

• Cookies and similar tracking technologies

4. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal data under the following lawful bases:

• Contractual necessity – to provide our services

• Consent – for marketing communications and cookies

• Legal obligation – compliance with laws and regulations

• Legitimate interests – improving site functionality, security, and fraud prevention

5. How We Use Your Data

We use your data to:

• Create and manage user accounts

• Provide website functionality and member features

• Process payments and subscriptions

• Communicate with users regarding services or support

• Improve site performance and security

• Comply with legal obligations

We do not sell your personal data.

6. Sharing Your Data

We may share your data with:

• Payment processors

• Hosting and IT service providers

• Customer support platforms

• Law enforcement or regulatory authorities when legally required

All third parties are required to handle data securely and in compliance with GDPR.

7. International Data Transfers

If personal data is transferred outside the UK or EEA, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as:

• Adequacy decisions

• Standard Contractual Clauses

8. Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary:

• Active accounts: for the duration of account use

• Inactive accounts: deleted or anonymised after a reasonable period

• Legal or billing data: retained as required by law

9. Your GDPR Rights

Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:

• Access your personal data

• Rectify inaccurate data

• Request erasure (“right to be forgotten”)

• Restrict or object to processing

• Data portability

• Withdraw consent at any time

Requests can be made by contacting [support@swingers.co.uk ].

10. Account Deletion

Users may request account deletion via their account settings or by contacting customer support. Upon verification, personal data will be deleted or anonymised unless legally required to retain it.

11. Cookies

We use cookies to:

• Enable site functionality

• Analyse traffic

• Improve user experience

You can manage cookie preferences via your browser or cookie banner. For more details, see our Cookie Policy.

12. Data Security

We use appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect personal data, including:

• Secure servers

• Encryption where applicable

• Restricted access to personal information

13. Children’s Data

Our services are strictly limited to users aged 21 or over. We do not knowingly collect data from minors. Any such data will be removed immediately upon discovery.

14. Complaints

If you believe your data has been mishandled, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO):

Website: https://ico.org.uk

15. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page, and continued use of the site constitutes acceptance.