Privacy Policy
Last Updated: April 2026
The Encore List (“we,” “us,” or “our”) operates the website dougscarboroughmusic.com (the “Site”). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information when you visit our Site. By accessing or using the Site, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your data responsibly, in accordance with applicable United States federal and state privacy laws.
1. Information We Collect
Information You Provide Voluntarily
We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide when you:
- Contact us via email or through a contact form
- Subscribe to our newsletter or email updates
- Leave comments or feedback on our content
- Submit inquiries about our casino reviews or recommendations
This information may include your name, email address, and any other details you choose to share.
Information Collected Automatically
When you visit our Site, certain information is collected automatically through cookies and similar tracking technologies, including:
- Device information — Browser type, operating system, device type, and screen resolution
- Usage data — Pages visited, time spent on pages, click patterns, and referral URLs
- Network information — IP address, approximate geographic location (city/state level), and internet service provider
- Performance data — Page load times and error reports
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- Site operation and improvement — To maintain, analyze, and improve our Site content, functionality, and user experience
- Communication — To respond to your inquiries, provide customer support, and send updates you have requested
- Analytics — To understand how visitors interact with our Site, identify popular content, and optimize our casino reviews
- Legal compliance — To comply with applicable laws, regulations, and legal processes
- Security — To detect, prevent, and address technical issues, fraud, or unauthorized access
We do not sell your personal information to third parties. We do not use your information for automated decision-making or profiling.
3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our Site uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us recognize your browser and remember certain information.
We use the following types of cookies:
- Essential cookies — Required for basic Site functionality such as page navigation and access to secure areas
- Analytics cookies — Help us understand how visitors use our Site by collecting anonymous usage statistics (e.g., Google Analytics)
- Advertising cookies — Used by our affiliate partners to track referrals and attribute conversions when you click through to a casino site
You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences. Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies, though this may affect your experience on our Site. For more information on managing cookies, visit your browser’s help documentation.
4. Third-Party Links and Affiliate Disclosure
Our Site contains links to third-party websites, including online casino operators. When you click an affiliate link on our Site, you will be directed to an external website operated by a third party. These third-party sites have their own privacy policies, and we are not responsible for their privacy practices or content.
We may receive compensation from casino operators when you click through our affiliate links and register or make a deposit. This affiliate relationship does not affect the editorial integrity of our reviews. However, affiliate tracking cookies may be placed on your device when you click these links to attribute your visit to our referral.
We encourage you to read the privacy policy of every external site you visit, particularly online casino operators that handle financial transactions and identity verification.
5. Data Security
We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:
- SSL/TLS encryption for all data transmitted between your browser and our servers
- Regular security assessments and vulnerability monitoring
- Access controls limiting employee access to personal data on a need-to-know basis
- Secure hosting infrastructure with reputable service providers
While we strive to protect your personal information, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security of your data.
6. Your Rights
Depending on your state of residence, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information under applicable U.S. privacy laws, including the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), Virginia Consumer Data Protection Act (VCDPA), Colorado Privacy Act, and similar state legislation. These rights may include:
- Right to know — Request details about the categories and specific pieces of personal information we have collected about you
- Right to delete — Request deletion of your personal information, subject to certain exceptions
- Right to opt out — Opt out of the sale or sharing of your personal information (note: we do not sell personal information)
- Right to non-discrimination — Exercise your privacy rights without receiving discriminatory treatment
- Right to correction — Request correction of inaccurate personal information
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided below. We will respond to verifiable requests within the timeframe required by applicable law (typically 45 days).
7. Children’s Privacy
Our Site is intended for users who are 21 years of age or older. We do not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under the age of 21. If we become aware that we have collected personal data from someone under 21, we will take steps to delete that information promptly. If you believe a minor has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.
8. Data Retention
We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy, or as required by law. Analytics data is retained in aggregated, anonymized form and cannot be used to identify individual visitors.
9. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. When we make material changes, we will update the “Last Updated” date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, your personal data, or wish to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us: