GDPR Compliance Disclosure | CricGo Live

Welcome to CricGo Live. We are committed to protecting your personal data and ensuring transparency in how we collect, process, and store information from our visitors and members. This GDPR Compliance Disclosure explains how we adhere to the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and outlines our practices regarding personal data protection.

Last Updated: May 8, 2025

The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is a comprehensive data protection law that came into effect on May 25, 2018. It establishes strict requirements for organizations that collect, process, and store personal data of individuals within the European Economic Area (EEA). As noted by DataGuard, the GDPR applies to all organizations regardless of size, including sports websites like ours.

At CricGo Live, we welcome these regulations as they align with our commitment to user privacy and data security while delivering high-quality cricket content.

Our Data Protection Principles

We adhere to the following key principles of GDPR in all our data processing activities, as outlined by Clubforce:

Lawfulness, Fairness, and Transparency: We process your data legally, fairly, and with complete transparency about what data we collect and how we use it.
Purpose Limitation: We only collect personal data for specified, explicit, and legitimate purposes related to providing cricket news, analysis, and community features.
Data Minimization: We limit our data collection to what is necessary for the purposes of our cricket content and services.
Accuracy: We take reasonable steps to ensure personal data is accurate and kept up-to-date.
Storage Limitation: We retain personal data only for as long as necessary for the purposes we collected it.
Integrity and Confidentiality: We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect personal data against unauthorized or unlawful processing and accidental loss.
Accountability: We take responsibility for complying with GDPR principles and can demonstrate this compliance.

What Personal Data We Collect

Types of Data Collected

When you visit our cricket news platform, we may collect several types of information:

Identity Data: Name and username when you register to comment on articles about आईपीएल के इतिहास में रिकॉर्ड (records in IPL history).
Contact Data: Email address and potentially phone number for account verification and communications.
Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device information, and operating system when you read our articles about क्रिकेट में मानसिक दृढ़ता का विज्ञान (the science of mental toughness in cricket).
Profile Data: Your interests, preferences, feedback, and survey responses related to cricket content.
Usage Data: Information about how you use our website, including which cricket articles you view, time spent on pages, and features used.
Communication Data: Content of emails or messages sent to us regarding our cricket coverage.

Special Category Data

In accordance with Shepherd and Wedderburn guidance on handling sports data, we recognize that certain data may be considered “special category” data, such as information related to cricket players’ health in our fitness articles about शारीरिक फिटनेस (physical fitness). We take additional precautions when processing such data and only do so with explicit consent or when otherwise legally permitted.

How We Collect Your Data

We collect data through several methods:

Direct Interactions: Information you provide when creating an account, subscribing to our cricket newsletter, requesting content, participating in discussions about क्रिकेट की दुनिया (the world of cricket), or communicating with us.
Automated Technologies: As you interact with our cricket news platform, we automatically collect Technical Data using cookies and similar technologies.
Third Parties: We may receive data from analytics providers, advertising partners, and search information providers.

Legal Basis for Processing Personal Data

Under GDPR, we must have a lawful basis for processing personal data. We rely on the following legal grounds:

Consent

Where you have given explicit consent for us to process your personal data for specific purposes, such as:

Sending you our cricket newsletter
Processing your comments on our भारत में क्रिकेट (cricket in India) articles
Using non-essential cookies on our website

Legitimate Interests

When processing is necessary for our legitimate interests (or those of a third party) and your interests and fundamental rights do not override those interests, such as:

Improving and personalizing our cricket content
Ensuring the security of our website
Analyzing how users interact with our content

Contractual Necessity

When processing is necessary for the performance of a contract with you or to take steps at your request before entering into such a contract, such as:

Managing your account registration
Providing access to premium cricket content you’ve purchased

Legal Obligation

When processing is necessary for compliance with a legal obligation to which we are subject.

As outlined by UcCricket.Live, under GDPR, you have several important rights regarding your personal data:

Right to Be Informed

You have the right to know what personal data we collect, how we use it, how long we keep it, and who we share it with. This Privacy Notice fulfills that right.

Right of Access

You have the right to request a copy of the personal data we hold about you and information about how we process it.

Right to Rectification

You have the right to have inaccurate personal data corrected or incomplete data completed.

Right to Erasure (Right to Be Forgotten)

In certain circumstances, you have the right to request the deletion of your personal data.

Right to Restrict Processing

In certain circumstances, you have the right to request that we restrict the processing of your personal data.

Right to Data Portability

You have the right to receive your personal data in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format, and to transmit that data to another controller.

Right to Object

You have the right to object to processing of your personal data based on legitimate interests or for direct marketing purposes.

Rights Related to Automated Decision Making and Profiling

You have rights related to automated decision making and profiling. However, CricGo Live does not currently make decisions based solely on automated processing that would produce legal or similarly significant effects.

How to Exercise Your Rights

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at [email protected]. We will respond to your request within one month. To help us process your request efficiently, please include:

Your name and contact details
The specific right you wish to exercise
Any information to help us locate your data

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit our website. They help us provide you with a better experience by:

Remembering your preferences
Understanding how you use our cricket content
Personalizing your experience
Helping secure your browsing session

Types of Cookies We Use

Based on CookieYes guidelines, we use several types of cookies:

Essential Cookies: Required for basic site functionality
Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences
Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our cricket content
Marketing Cookies: Used to deliver relevant cricket advertisements
Social Media Cookies: Enable sharing cricket highlights and news

Cookie Consent

In accordance with GDPR requirements, we obtain your informed consent before setting non-essential cookies on your device. When you first visit CricGo Live, you’ll see a cookie consent banner that allows you to:

Accept all cookies
Reject non-essential cookies
Customize your preferences

As Termly explains, GDPR-compliant cookie consent must be:

Freely given
Specific
Informed
Unambiguous
Given through clear affirmative action

For more details on our cookie practices, please visit our Cookie Policy.

Data Security Measures

We have implemented appropriate security measures to prevent your personal data from being accidentally lost, used, accessed, altered, or disclosed in an unauthorized way. Our security measures include:

Encryption of sensitive data
Regular security assessments
Limited access controls
Staff training on data protection
Secure data storage systems

Data Retention

We retain your personal data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes we collected it for, including:

Providing our cricket content and services
Meeting legal, accounting, or reporting requirements
Resolving disputes or enforcing our agreements

Different types of personal data may be kept for different periods. When determining how long to keep personal data, we consider:

The amount, nature, and sensitivity of the data
The potential risk of harm from unauthorized use or disclosure
The purposes for which we process the data
Whether we can achieve those purposes through other means

International Data Transfers

CricGo Live is based in India, but our services are accessible worldwide. If we transfer your personal data outside the EEA, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as:

Standard Contractual Clauses approved by the European Commission
Adequacy decisions for countries providing adequate protection
Binding Corporate Rules for transfers within our corporate group

Third-Party Processors

We may share your personal data with trusted third parties who perform services for us or help us deliver our cricket content. All third-party processors are required to:

Process personal data only according to our instructions
Keep your data secure
Assist us in fulfilling our GDPR obligations
Delete or return data when our relationship ends

These third parties may include:

Hosting and cloud service providers
Payment processors
Analytics providers
Email service providers
Customer support services

Data Breach Procedures

In the event of a personal data breach that poses a risk to your rights and freedoms, we will:

Notify the relevant supervisory authority within 72 hours of becoming aware of the breach
Inform affected individuals without undue delay
Document the breach and our response
Take measures to mitigate potential adverse effects

We may update this GDPR Disclosure from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or regulatory requirements. We will notify you of any significant changes through:

Updating the “Last Updated” date at the top of this page
Placing a notice on our homepage
Sending an email to registered users (for significant changes)

Data Protection Officer

While not legally required for our organization, we have voluntarily appointed a Data Protection Officer to oversee our GDPR compliance. You can contact our DPO at:

Email: [email protected]
Address: CricGo Live, Data Protection Department, New Delhi, India

What is GDPR and why does it matter for a cricket website?

GDPR stands for General Data Protection Regulation, a comprehensive privacy law that protects EU citizens’ personal data. Even though CricGo Live is based in India, GDPR applies to us whenever we offer services to or collect data from individuals in the EU. It matters because it ensures we handle your personal data responsibly when you read our cricket news and analysis.

What personal data does CricGo Live collect?

We collect information like your name, email address, IP address, and browsing behavior when you visit our cricket news platform. If you create an account, we also store your username and password (encrypted). We use this data to provide you with cricket content, improve our services, and personalize your experience.

Does CricGo Live need my consent to process my data?

It depends on the purpose. We need your explicit consent for certain activities like sending marketing emails or setting non-essential cookies. For other purposes, we may process your data based on legitimate interests (like website security), contractual necessity, or legal obligations.

How long does CricGo Live keep my personal data?

We retain your data only as long as necessary for the purposes we collected it. For example, account information is kept while your account remains active, while certain technical logs may be deleted after a shorter period. You can request deletion of your data at any time.

Can I access, correct, or delete my personal data?

Yes, you have the right to request access to your personal data, correct inaccurate data, and request deletion of your data in certain circumstances. Simply contact us at [email protected] to exercise these rights.

How does CricGo Live protect my personal data?

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data, including encryption, access controls, regular security assessments, and staff training. We regularly review and update our security practices to ensure your data remains protected.

Does CricGo Live share my data with third parties?

We share data with trusted service providers who help us operate our website and deliver our services. These providers are bound by strict data processing agreements and must handle your data according to our instructions. We do not sell your personal data to third parties.

What are cookies and how does CricGo Live use them?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit our website. We use cookies to remember your preferences, understand how you use our cricket content, and improve your browsing experience. You can control which cookies you accept through our cookie consent banner.

What should I do if I have concerns about my privacy?

If you have concerns about how we handle your personal data, please contact our Data Protection Officer at [email protected]. You also have the right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority in your country of residence or place of work.

Will I be notified if this GDPR Disclosure changes?

Yes, we will indicate when this Disclosure was last updated at the top of this page. For significant changes, we may also display a notice on our website or send an email notification to registered users.

Resources for Further Information

To learn more about GDPR and data protection, you may find these external resources helpful:

Contact Us

If you have any questions about our GDPR compliance or how we handle your personal data, please don’t hesitate to contact us:

Email: [email protected]
Data Protection Officer: [email protected]
Address: CricGo Live, New Delhi, India

Conclusion

At CricGo Live, we are committed to protecting your privacy and complying with GDPR. We see these regulations not just as legal requirements but as an opportunity to demonstrate our commitment to respecting your privacy while providing you with the cricket content you love.

By using our services, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this GDPR Disclosure. However, this document is not intended to replace our detailed Privacy Policy, which provides more comprehensive information about our data processing activities.

Thank you for trusting CricGo Live with your personal data as we strive to deliver the best cricket coverage and fan experience possible.

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