Last updated: May 2026 — Daniel Hawkins, Dhwsa

Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 1 January 2026

This Privacy Policy describes how Dhwsa (dhwsa.co.za) collects, uses, stores, and protects the personal information of visitors to our website. By accessing or using dhwsa.co.za, you acknowledge that you have read and understood the terms set out in this policy. If you do not agree with any part of this policy, please discontinue use of our website immediately.

1. About Us

Dhwsa is an online casino and gambling review website operated by Daniel Hawkins, serving audiences primarily in New Zealand. Our website publishes independent reviews, comparisons, and information related to online casino platforms. We are committed to protecting the privacy and personal data of every visitor to dhwsa.co.za.

2. Information We Collect

Dhwsa.co.za may collect the following categories of information when you visit or interact with our website:

• Usage Data: IP addresses, browser type, device information, pages visited, time spent on pages, and referring URLs.
• Cookies and Tracking Data: Information collected automatically through cookies and similar tracking technologies.
• Voluntarily Submitted Data: Any information you choose to submit via contact forms, email enquiries, or newsletter subscriptions, including your name and email address.
• Analytics Data: Aggregated and anonymised data collected through third-party analytics tools to help us understand site performance and user behaviour.

3. How We Use Your Information

The information collected by dhwsa.co.za is used for the following purposes:

• To operate, maintain, and improve the functionality of dhwsa.co.za
• To analyse website traffic and user behaviour in order to enhance content quality
• To respond to enquiries or communications submitted directly to us
• To send newsletters or updates where you have explicitly opted in to receive them
• To comply with applicable legal obligations

4. Cookies

Dhwsa.co.za uses cookies to improve your browsing experience and collect analytical data. Cookies are small text files stored on your device by your web browser. We use the following types of cookies:

• Essential Cookies: Necessary for the basic functionality of the website.
• Analytics Cookies: Used to track visitor behaviour and gather statistical information about site usage.
• Advertising Cookies: Used by third-party partners to display relevant advertisements based on your browsing activity.

You may disable cookies at any time through your browser settings. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of dhwsa.co.za.

5. Third-Party Links and Partners

Dhwsa.co.za contains links to external websites, including online casino operators and affiliate partners. These third-party websites operate under their own independent privacy policies. We are not responsible for the data practices of any third-party website. We encourage you to review the privacy policy of any external site you visit through links on dhwsa.co.za.

6. Analytics

We use third-party analytics services, such as Google Analytics, to monitor and analyse traffic on dhwsa.co.za. These services may collect information about your use of our website and may use cookies or similar technologies. Data collected is anonymised and used solely for improving website performance.

7. Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the following rights regarding your personal data:

• The right to access personal data we hold about you
• The right to request correction or deletion of your personal data
• The right to withdraw consent for data processing at any time
• The right to data portability where technically feasible
• The right to lodge a complaint with a relevant data protection authority

Visitors from the European Union may exercise rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). Visitors from California may exercise rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details below.

8. Data Security

Dhwsa.co.za implements reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data from unauthorised access, disclosure, or misuse. However, no method of online transmission is entirely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute data security.

9. Contact Information

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or the handling of your personal data on dhwsa.co.za, please contact the responsible person directly:

• Name: Daniel Hawkins
• Website: dhwsa.co.za
• Email: [email protected]

10. Updates to This Policy

Dhwsa reserves the right to update or amend this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be published on this page with a revised effective date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how dhwsa.co.za protects your information.