Last updated: April 2026 — Maria Fernandez, Surfomania

Privacy Policy

Effective Date: January 1, 2026

This Privacy Policy ("Policy") governs how Surfomania ("we," "us," "our," or "Website") collects, uses, processes, and protects personal data and information from visitors and users of surfomania.pl. Surfomania is owned and operated by Maria Fernandez, who serves as the Data Controller and is responsible for compliance with applicable data protection laws.

1. Introduction and Scope

Surfomania is a casino review and information website dedicated to providing comprehensive reviews, comparisons, and analysis of online gambling platforms. This Privacy Policy applies to all visitors and users of surfomania.pl, regardless of how they access our Website (via desktop, mobile, or other devices). By accessing or using surfomania.pl, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to the practices described herein.

2. Data Collection and Types of Information We Gather

Surfomania collects the following categories of information:

2.1 Personally Identifiable Information (PII)

• Name and email address (when you voluntarily subscribe to our newsletter or contact us)
• Contact information provided through comment sections or feedback forms
• User accounts and registration details (if applicable)
• IP address and device identifiers

2.2 Non-Personally Identifiable Information

• Browser type and version
• Operating system
• Referral source and exit pages
• Pages visited and time spent on surfomania.pl
• Clickstream data and user behavior patterns

3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Surfomania uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance user experience and gather analytics. We employ the following types of cookies:

• Essential Cookies: Required for basic Website functionality
• Performance Cookies: Analyze how surfomania.pl is accessed and used
• Preference Cookies: Remember user choices and settings
• Marketing Cookies: Track user interactions for targeted advertising purposes

Users may disable cookies through browser settings; however, this may limit functionality on surfomania.pl. We comply with cookie consent regulations and provide clear opt-in/opt-out mechanisms on our Website.

4. Third-Party Links and External Resources

Surfomania contains affiliate links and references to external casino platforms, gambling services, and third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We strongly recommend reviewing the privacy policies of any third-party service before providing personal information or engaging in transactions. surfomania.pl includes links to partner casinos solely for informational and comparative purposes.

5. Analytics and Data Processing

We use analytics tools including Google Analytics and similar services to understand user behavior, measure Website performance, and improve surfomania.pl's functionality. These tools may process personal data including IP addresses and cookie identifiers. Analytics data is processed in aggregate form and does not identify individual users without additional information.

6. Legal Basis for Data Processing (GDPR)

Surfomania processes personal data on the following legal bases:

• User consent (for newsletter subscriptions and marketing communications)
• Legitimate interests (for analytics and Website optimization)
• Legal obligations (to comply with Polish and EU regulations)
• Contractual necessity (for registered user accounts)

7. User Rights Under GDPR and CCPA

Users have the following rights regarding their personal data:

• Right of Access: Request what personal data we hold about you
• Right to Rectification: Correct inaccurate or incomplete information
• Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data (subject to legal exceptions)
• Right to Restrict Processing: Limit how we use your information
• Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a structured, commonly used format
• Right to Object: Opt-out of marketing communications and targeted advertising

8. Data Retention

Surfomania retains personal data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Policy, comply with legal obligations, or resolve disputes. Newsletter subscriber information is retained until unsubscribe requests are processed. Analytics data is typically retained for 12 months.

9. Security Measures

Surfomania implements industry-standard security protocols including SSL encryption, secure servers, and access controls to protect personal data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no transmission over the internet is completely secure.

10. Contact Information

Data Controller: Maria Fernandez

Website: surfomania.pl

For privacy inquiries, data subject requests, or to exercise your rights:

Please contact us via the contact form on surfomania.pl or email the designated privacy contact listed on our Website. We will respond to all requests within 30 days in accordance with applicable law.

11. Policy Updates

Surfomania may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. Updates will be posted on surfomania.pl with a revised effective date. Continued use of the Website constitutes acceptance of modifications.