Safer Gambling Strategies
Safer Gambling Strategies
Safer Gambling Strategies

PRIVACY POLICY


SAFER GAMBLING STRATEGIES LLC

Last Updated: October 15, 2025
Effective Date: October 15, 2025

 

1. INTRODUCTION

Safer Gambling Strategies LLC (“SGS,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) is a consulting firm specializing in responsible gambling advisory services, based in the United States. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you visit our website or use our consulting services.

Given the sensitive nature of gambling-related matters, we are committed to maintaining the highest standards of confidentiality and data protection.

Contact Us: If you have questions about this policy, email us at keithw@safergamblingstrategies.com

 

2. INFORMATION WE COLLECT

Information You Provide

When you contact us or use our services, you may provide:

  • Name and contact information (email, phone number)

  • Organization/company name and your role

  • Professional background and expertise

  • Details about your consulting needs or project requirements

  • Information related to responsible gambling programs or initiatives

  • Conference or event participation details

  • Payment information for services rendered

Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our website, we automatically collect:

  • IP address and general location

  • Browser type and device information

  • Pages visited and time spent on our site

  • Referring website

Cookies

We use cookies and similar technologies to improve your experience. You can control cookies through your browser settings. We use:

  • Essential cookies for website functionality

  • Analytics cookies (Google Analytics) to understand site usage

  • Marketing cookies for advertising

 

3. HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION

We use your information to:

  • Respond to your inquiries and provide requested consulting services

  • Deliver strategic advisory, training, program design, and related services

  • Coordinate public speaking engagements, conferences, and events

  • Facilitate advocacy and government affairs activities

  • Process payments and manage billing

  • Improve our website and services

  • Send service updates and communications about responsible gambling initiatives (with your consent)

  • Comply with legal obligations

 

4. CONFIDENTIALITY AND SENSITIVE INFORMATION

Given the nature of our work in the gambling sector, we recognize that:

  • Information shared during consultations may be sensitive or confidential

  • Some clients may prefer anonymity or discretion

  • Discussions may involve regulated industries with compliance requirements

Our Commitment:

  • We treat all client information with strict confidentiality

  • We do not disclose client identities or project details without explicit permission

  • Consultations and advisory work are conducted under confidentiality agreements when appropriate

  • We never share information that could identify individuals seeking help with gambling issues

 

5. INFORMATION SHARING

We Do Not Sell Your Information.

We may share your information with:

  • Service providers who help us operate our business (cloud hosting, email services, payment processors, event management platforms)

  • Professional advisors (lawyers, accountants, insurance providers)

  • Conference partners or co-organizers when you participate in events (with your consent)

  • Government agencies when required by law or for advocacy purposes (with your knowledge)

  • Legal authorities when required by law

All third parties are contractually required to protect your information and use it only for specified purposes.

Public Recognition: We will only publicly identify you as a client, reference your organization in case studies, or use testimonials with your explicit written permission.

 

6. DATA SECURITY

We use industry-standard security measures including encryption, access controls, and secure servers to protect your information. Given the sensitive nature of gambling-related consulting, we implement enhanced security protocols for all confidential client communications.

However, no internet transmission is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

 

7. DATA RETENTION

We retain your information for as long as necessary to provide services and comply with legal obligations:

  • Active clients: Duration of our relationship

  • Former clients: 3-7 years after last interaction (for business, legal, and regulatory records)

  • Website visitors: Up to 26 months (analytics data)

  • Conference attendees: Duration of event participation plus 2 years

You may request earlier deletion of your information, subject to legal and contractual obligations.

 

8. YOUR PRIVACY RIGHTS

You have the right to:

  • Access your personal information

  • Correct inaccurate information

  • Delete your information (subject to legal requirements)

  • Opt-out of marketing communications

  • Object to certain processing activities

  • Request confidentiality regarding your engagement with SGS

To exercise your rights: Email keithw@safergamblingstrategies.com with your request. We will respond within 45 days.

State-Specific Rights

California, Virginia, Colorado, Connecticut, and Utah residents have additional rights under state privacy laws, including:

  • Right to know what information we collect and how we use it

  • Right to opt-out of sale of personal information (we don’t sell your data)

  • Right to non-discrimination for exercising privacy rights

California residents: For CCPA requests, email keithw@safergamblingstrategies.com with “California Privacy Request” in the subject line.

 

9. DO NOT SELL MY PERSONAL INFORMATION

We do not sell your personal information for money or other valuable consideration. We do not share your information for cross-context behavioral advertising.

 

10. CHILDREN’S PRIVACY

Our services are intended for professionals, organizations, and adults 18 years or older. We do not knowingly collect information from anyone under 18. If you believe we have collected information from a minor, contact us immediately at keithw@safergamblingstrategies.com.

 

11. INTERNATIONAL USERS

We are based in the United States. If you access our services from outside the U.S., your information will be transferred to and processed in the United States, where data protection laws may differ from your country.

For international clients and partners, we ensure compliance with applicable cross-border data protection requirements.

 

12. THIRD-PARTY LINKS

Our website may contain links to third-party websites, including responsible gambling resources, regulatory agencies, and partner organizations. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites. Please review their privacy policies.

 

13. GAMBLING HELP RESOURCES

If you or someone you know needs help with gambling issues, we encourage you to contact:

  • National Council on Problem Gambling: 1-800-522-4700

  • National Problem Gambling Helpline: 1-800-522-4700 (available 24/7)

  • Your state’s problem gambling helpline

Note: SGS provides consulting services to organizations and does not provide direct counseling or treatment services to individuals with gambling disorders.

 

14. DATA BREACH NOTIFICATION

If a data breach affects your personal information, we will notify you and appropriate authorities as required by law, typically within 72 hours of discovery. Given the sensitive nature of our work, we take breach prevention and response extremely seriously.

 

15. CHANGES TO THIS POLICY

We may update this policy from time to time. Material changes will be posted on our website with 30 days’ notice. The “Last Updated” date at the top will reflect the most recent changes. Continued use of our services after changes indicates your acceptance.

 

16. CONTACT INFORMATION

SAFER GAMBLING STRATEGIES LLC
Email: keithw@safergamblingstrategies.com
Address: 713 S Ivy St
Arlington, VA 22204-2430

For privacy-related questions, concerns, or to exercise your rights, please contact us using the information above.

 

17. LEGAL COMPLIANCE

This policy complies with:

  • Virginia Consumer Data Protection Act (VCDPA)

  • California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA/CPRA)

  • Other applicable U.S. state and federal privacy laws

  • General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) for international clients

  • Industry-specific regulations governing responsible gambling consulting

Governing Law: This policy is governed by the laws of the applicable state of organization and U.S. federal law.

 

18. PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS

Safer Gambling Strategies LLC adheres to the highest professional and ethical standards in responsible gambling consulting. We are committed to:

  • Protecting client confidentiality

  • Maintaining data security and privacy

  • Operating with transparency and integrity

  • Supporting evidence-based approaches to responsible gambling

  • Complying with all applicable laws and regulations

If you have concerns about our privacy practices or professional conduct, please contact us directly.