What are non-UKGC casinos and how do they operate?

Non uk casinos are online gambling sites that hold a licence from a regulator other than the UK Gambling Commission, such as Curacao, Malta or the Isle of Man.

Are Non-UK Online Casinos Safe and Fair?

Safety depends on the licence held and the operator track record. The best non ukgc casino sites publish licence numbers, use recognised software providers and settle disputes through independent bodies.

Are winnings at non UK casinos taxed?

For UK residents gambling winnings are not taxed, whether you play at domestic operators or non uk licensed casinos, as HMRC treats them as outside the scope of income tax.

Privacy Policy

Last Updated: 2026

This Privacy Policy ("Policy") explains how ABC OFS ("we," "us," "our," or "Company") collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you visit abcofs.org.uk ("Website"). We are committed to protecting your privacy in accordance with applicable UK and international data protection laws.

Important Notice: This Website provides information about and links to non-UK casino operators. We are an affiliate website and do not operate casinos ourselves. Please review the privacy policies of any third-party operators before engaging with their services.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information in the following ways:

Personal Information: When you voluntarily submit forms, subscribe to newsletters, or contact us, we collect your name, email address, and any other information you provide.
Technical Information: We automatically collect your IP address, device type, operating system, browser type, and pages visited on our Website.
Cookies: We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to recognize you and remember your preferences (see Cookie Policy below).
Usage Data: We collect information about how you interact with our Website, including time spent on pages, links clicked, and referral sources.

2. How We Use Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

Analytics: To analyze Website traffic, user behavior, and trends to understand how visitors use our site.
Affiliate Tracking: To track clicks and referrals to affiliated casino operators and measure the performance of affiliate links for commission purposes.
Site Improvement: To enhance Website functionality, user experience, and content quality.
Communications: To send you newsletters, updates, or promotional information (only with your consent).
Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws, regulations, and legal requests.

3. Cookie Policy

We use the following types of cookies:

Essential Cookies: Required for basic Website functionality and security.
Analytics Cookies: Used to track user behavior and Website performance (e.g., Google Analytics).
Affiliate/Tracking Cookies: Used to identify affiliate links and track referrals to casino operators.
Preference Cookies: Used to remember your settings and preferences.
Marketing Cookies: Used for retargeting and personalized advertising.

Opting Out: You can control cookies through your browser settings and refuse non-essential cookies. You may also opt out of analytics tracking by using browser privacy tools or third-party opt-out services. Please note that disabling cookies may affect Website functionality.

4. Third-Party Links

Our Website contains links to non-UK casino operators and other third-party websites. We do not control, endorse, or assume responsibility for the privacy practices of these external sites. We strongly recommend that you review the privacy policies of any third-party operators before providing your personal information or engaging with their services.

Third-party operators may collect, use, and share your information independently according to their own privacy policies. We are not responsible for their data handling practices.

5. Your Rights

Under UK GDPR and UK Data Protection Act 2018:

Right to access your personal data
Right to rectify inaccurate data
Right to erasure ("right to be forgotten")
Right to restrict processing
Right to data portability
Right to object to processing
Rights related to automated decision-making
Right to withdraw consent at any time

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the details below.

International Users: If you are located outside the UK or EU, your data may be subject to different privacy laws (e.g., CCPA for California residents). By using our Website, you consent to the transfer of your data as described in this Policy.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Policy or as required by law. Generally:

Personal information submitted via forms is retained for as long as your account or communication is active, plus 3 years thereafter.
Analytics and cookie data are typically retained for up to 13 months.
Affiliate tracking data is retained according to our affiliate program requirements, typically for up to 2 years.

You may request deletion of your data at any time, subject to legal obligations.

7. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, wish to exercise your data rights, or need to report a data breach, please contact us at:

Email: [email protected]
Website: abcofs.org.uk

We will respond to your inquiry within 30 days. If you are not satisfied with our response, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) at www.ico.org.uk.

Disclaimer: This Website is provided for informational purposes only. We do not encourage or endorse gambling. Gambling involves risk and may lead to financial loss. Always gamble responsibly and within your means. If you have gambling concerns, please seek help from recognized support services.