Who we are
Marlin Media (“we”, “our company”) values the privacy of our users, clients, and website visitors (“you”). We are committed to protecting and responsibly managing any personal information you share with us when interacting with our platforms or utilizing our services.
Our company is a leader in digital performance marketing, specializing in online lead generation and the creation of online casino and betting content.
Our main office is based in Malta, at Level G, Office 1/0527, Quantum House, 75 Abate Rigord Street, Ta’ Xbiex.
Understanding Our Privacy Approach
This document outlines our practices regarding the collection, use, and protection of your personal data. We aim to provide clarity on your rights and how we handle your information in compliance with data protection regulations.
Please note that this policy complements, rather than replaces, any existing agreements between you and Marlin Media or any rights granted to you by data privacy laws.
For your convenience, we’ve organized this information into clearly marked sections below.
- Who oversees the management and security of your private data?
- What information about you do we collect and use?
- How and why do we use your personal information?
- Who has access to your personal information?
- International Data Transfers
- Direct Marketing
- Data Retention: Safeguarding Your Information
- Your Rights Regarding Personal Data
- Cookie Policy
- How to Contact Us
1. Who oversees the management and security of your private data?
Marlin Media, as the primary data controller, bears the responsibility for the proper handling and protection of your personal data.
This responsibility extends across all our operations, including our main website and any affiliated platforms or services we provide.
Our dedicated Data Protection Team oversees the implementation of our privacy practices and ensures compliance with relevant data protection laws.
They act as the primary point of contact for any queries or concerns you may have regarding your personal information.
While we may work with trusted partners and service providers who might process data on our behalf, Marlin Media remains accountable for safeguarding your privacy rights and maintaining the security of your personal information throughout its journey within our systems.
You should be aware that although we are principally responsible for looking after your personal data, information may be held in databases which can be accessed by other companies. When accessing your personal data, all companies will comply with the standards set out in this Policy.
If you have any questions about how we handle your data or wish to exercise your privacy rights, you can reach out to our Data Protection Officer via the contact details provided in the ‘How to Contact Us‘ section of this policy.
2. What information about you do we collect and use?
We may gather and process various types of personal information, including but not limited to:
- Your full name
- Your gender identity
- Your age or date of birth
- Your email contact details
- Your mailing address
- The IP address of your devices
- Data about your geographical location
- How you interact with our website
- Details about your job and employer
- Any additional information you voluntarily share with us, such as personal details, preferences, or interests
3. How and why do we use your personal information?
Marlin Media collects data directly from you when you interact with us, use our services, or visit our websites. We use this information to:
- Deliver corporate communications such as press releases and financial reports
- Share event invitations related to our company
- Facilitate direct communication with you via phone, email, or other channels
- Enhance our business operations and improve website functionality based on user preferences and behaviors
- Enable your participation in chat forums or community discussions, if available
- Fulfill our legal obligations and exercise our rights
We will only use your personal data for these purposes when:
- You’ve given us your consent
- It’s necessary for our legitimate business interests, in a way that respects your privacy
- It’s required to perform contractual obligations with you or your organization
4. Who has access to your personal information?
We collaborate with various third parties who may need access to your data:
- Our email service provider.
- Our website hosting and plugin provider.
- Analytics services (e.g., Google) who process data as independent controllers
- Service providers acting on our instructions, such as cloud services and consultants
- Other companies within our corporate group, subject to internal data transfer agreements
- Legal authorities, if required by law or to protect our interests
- Potential buyers or sellers in case of business restructuring
For specific details on preventing data access by analytics providers, please refer to our Cookie Policy.
5. International Data Transfers
At Marlin Media, we understand the importance of protecting your personal data, even when it crosses borders. Here’s what you need to know about international transfers of your information:
- Third-Party Access: As outlined in Section 4 above, we may grant access to your personal data to third parties located outside the EU.
- Legal Requests: In some cases, we may need to disclose your personal data in response to legal or regulatory requests from foreign law enforcement agencies outside the EU.
- Protecting Your Rights: We take careful measures to ensure that any international transfer of your information is managed in a way that safeguards your rights and interests.
- Careful Vetting: All requests for information from law enforcement or regulators undergo thorough scrutiny before we disclose any personal data.
- Your Right to Information: You have the right to request more details about the safeguards we’ve implemented to protect your data during international transfers.
For further information about our international data transfer practices, please don’t hesitate to contact us using the details provided below.
6. Direct Marketing
At Marlin Media, we value the opportunity to keep you informed about our services. Here’s how we approach direct marketing:
- Communication Methods: We may use your personal data to send you direct marketing communications about Marlin Media group and its subsidiaries. These may come in the form of emails or targeted online advertisements.
- Legal Basis: Our processing of your personal data for marketing purposes is typically based on our legitimate interests, as detailed in Section 3. When required by law, we will obtain your explicit consent.
- Your Right to Opt Out: We respect your preferences. You have the right to decline further direct marketing communications at any time. Each marketing message includes an opt-out link for your convenience, or you can contact us directly using the information in Section 8.
- Tailored Communications: We strive to make our marketing relevant to you. Using the information we have about you, we aim to send communications that may interest you or be relevant to your needs.
- Reasonable Approach: We take steps to ensure our direct marketing efforts are reasonable and proportionate. Our goal is to keep you informed without overwhelming you with information.
7. Data Retention: Safeguarding Your Information
At Marlin Media, we take our responsibility to protect your personal data seriously. Our approach to data retention balances your privacy rights with our operational needs and legal obligations. Here’s what you need to know:
- Retention Period: We retain your personal data only for as long as reasonably necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in Section 3 of this Policy. Our goal is to keep your information for the shortest time required to meet these objectives.
- Legal and Regulatory Compliance: In some cases, we may need to keep your personal data for extended periods to comply with legal, tax, or accounting requirements. Rest assured, we only do this when absolutely necessary and in accordance with applicable laws.
- Data Retention Policy: We maintain a comprehensive data retention policy to ensure consistent and appropriate handling of all personal data in our care. This policy is regularly reviewed and updated to reflect the latest legal and industry standards.
- Secure Deletion or Anonymization: When your personal data is no longer required, we take careful steps to ensure it is either:
- Securely deleted using industry-standard methods, or
- Anonymized, so that it can no longer be associated with you
Our commitment to you is that we will handle your personal information responsibly throughout its lifecycle, from collection to deletion.
8. Your Rights Regarding Personal Data
At Marlin Media, we’re committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring you have control over your personal data. Here’s an overview of your rights:
How to Exercise Your Rights: To exercise any of these rights, please contact us by email at [Marlin Media’s privacy email] or in writing to the address provided in Section 1.
8.1 Your Key Rights Explained:
- Access: You can request:
- Confirmation that we’re processing your data
- A copy of your personal data
- Details about how we use, share, and protect your data
- Rectification: You can ask us to correct any inaccurate personal data we hold about you.
- Erasure: In certain circumstances, you can request that we delete your personal data.
- Restriction: You can ask us to temporarily stop using your data in specific situations.
- Portability: You can request your data in a structured, machine-readable format or ask us to transfer it to another service provider.
- Objection: You can object to our processing of your data when it’s based on our legitimate interests.
- International Transfers: You can request information about how we safeguard your data when transferring it outside the European Economic Area.
- Complaints: While we hope you’ll come to us first with any concerns, you have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.
8.2 Important Notes:
- We may need to verify your identity before processing certain requests.
- There may be legal or legitimate reasons why we can’t fully comply with your request, but we’ll always explain our decision.
- We aim to respond to all valid requests within one month, unless it’s particularly complex or you’ve made several requests.
9. Cookie Policy
At Marlin Media, we use cookies to enhance your browsing experience and provide you with a more personalized service. This policy explains how we use these technologies and the choices available to you.
9.1 What are Cookies?
Cookies are small files or pieces of information stored on your device when you visit our website. They help us remember your preferences and actions, making your interactions with our site more convenient and efficient.
9.2 Your Options
By using our website, you consent to the use of cookies. However, we respect your right to control your digital footprint:
- You can browse most of our website without cookies, though some features may be limited.
- You can disable cookies through your browser settings. Visit https://www.aboutcookies.org/cookie-faq/ for guidance on managing cookie preferences.
- You can delete stored cookies from your browser at any time.
Please note that disabling cookies may impact the functionality and user experience of our website.
9.3 Types of Cookies We Use
- Technical Necessity
- Necessary: Essential for the website to function properly.
- Optional: Enhance website performance and save your settings.
- Storage Duration
- Session Cookies: Temporary, deleted when you close your browser.
- Permanent Cookies: Stored for a set period to remember your preferences.
- Flow Cookies: Used for internal server communication during your visit.
- Cookie Providers
- First-party Cookies: Placed by us or our website operator.
- Third-party Cookies: Placed by external services we use.
9.4 Web Analytics and Reach Measurement
We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with our websites. This service uses cookies to collect anonymized data about website usage. You can opt-out of Google Analytics by installing a browser add-on available at https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout?hl=.
9.4 List of common cookies used by Marlin Media
10. How to Contact Us
At Marlin Media, we’re committed to ensuring you can easily exercise your rights regarding your personal data. To do so, you have two convenient options:
- Email: Send your request to privacy@marlinemedia.com
- Postal Mail: Write to us at the Marlin Media address provided in Section 1 of this policy
- Use the Contact form in our Contact Page