Last updated on 24 June 2026

Welcome to Rikamins: Your Privacy Matters

At Rikamins, we’re dedicated to safeguarding your privacy and being clear about how we handle your personal data. This Privacy Policy covers all your interactions with rikamins.org, our online store, community forums, and related services. We believe you deserve full transparency and control over your data. Whether you’re browsing, buying, joining discussions, signing up for events, or subscribing to our newsletter, this policy applies. By using Rikamins, you accept these practices. If not, please refrain from using our services. We comply with data protection laws and use strong security measures to keep your data safe.
Who is responsible for your data
Rikamins is the data controller responsible for the personal information collected through rikamins.org and our related services.
Rikamins 293 Wilmslow Rd, Fallowfield Manchester M14 6HD United Kingdom
Email: info@rikamins.org
If you have any questions about how we handle your personal data, please contact us at info@rikamins.org. We aim to respond to general enquiries within one business day and to formal data protection requests within 30 days, as required by UK GDPR.

Legal Basis for Processing

Why we are allowed to process your data
UK GDPR requires us to have a lawful basis for every type of personal data we process. Below is an explanation of the basis we rely on in each case.
Contract (Article 6(1)(b) UK GDPR) When you place an order, create an account, or use our lending library, we process your name, address, email, payment confirmation, and order history because this is necessary to fulfil our agreement with you. Without this information, we cannot process your purchase, arrange delivery, handle a return, or manage your borrowing record.
Consent (Article 6(1)(a) UK GDPR) When you subscribe to our newsletter, agree to marketing cookies, or sign up for event communications, we process your contact details on the basis of your explicit consent. You can withdraw consent at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link in any of our emails, adjusting your cookie preferences via the banner on our site, or writing to us at info@rikamins.org. Withdrawing consent will not affect any orders you have already placed or any processing carried out before the withdrawal.
Legitimate Interests (Article 6(1)(f) UK GDPR) We process certain data on the basis of our legitimate interests as a business, where those interests are not overridden by your rights and freedoms. This includes: improving our website and product recommendations based on anonymised usage data, maintaining the security and integrity of our platform, moderating community content to keep our forums safe and helpful, and analysing purchasing trends to manage our stock effectively. In each case, we have assessed that our interest is proportionate and does not intrude on your privacy in an unreasonable way.
Legal Obligation (Article 6(1)(c) UK GDPR) We are required to retain purchase and payment records for a minimum of six years under UK tax and accounting regulations. This data is held solely to meet our legal obligations and is not used for any other purpose.
If you would like to know the specific legal basis for any particular processing activity, please contact us at info@rikamins.org and we will respond within 30 days.

What Information We Collect

We gather information based on how you engage with Rikamins. Creating an account means sharing your name, email, encrypted password, and optional profile details. When you buy, we collect billing and shipping info plus payment details (securely processed; we never store full credit cards). We track your order history and community posts like reviews and discussions. Technical data like IP address, browser, and site activity help us improve your experience. Cookies remember your preferences and authenticate sessions. Contacting support or signing up for newsletters and events means we collect those details too. We also note your favorite games and group sizes to tailor our offerings.

How We Use Your Data

Your data powers the services you enjoy at Rikamins. We use account info to process orders, manage your profile, and keep you updated. Purchase history helps us suggest games and expansions you’ll love. Your preferences guide personalized recommendations. Technical data ensures security and smooth performance. Communications help us assist you promptly. Forum content reveals popular topics and enhances service. Newsletter info keeps you in the loop on news and deals, with easy unsubscribe options. Event data helps us organize and follow up. We never sell or rent your data or use it beyond this policy without your consent.

Sharing Your Data & Third Parties

We share your data only when necessary: with payment processors to handle transactions, shipping companies to deliver orders, and customer service platforms to manage support—all bound by strict confidentiality. We share anonymized data with researchers to improve our services. Legal authorities may receive data if required by law, and we’ll notify you when possible. If Rikamins merges or is acquired, your data may transfer accordingly. We never share your personal info with marketers or advertisers without your permission. Remember, anything you post in forums is visible to others, so keep private info out.

Data Retention & Your Rights

We keep your data only as long as needed to provide services and meet legal requirements. Account info stays active while your account is open and for about a year after deletion. Purchase records are kept for taxes and warranties. Forum posts remain unless you ask for removal. Technical logs are stored 90 days. You can view, download, correct, or request deletion of your data anytime by contacting info@rikamins.org. You can also limit how we use your data, opt out of marketing, and request data portability. Reach out to exercise your rights—we’re here to help.

Security & Protection

We protect your data with strong security measures like HTTPS encryption, secure payment processing, firewalls, and access controls. Sensitive info is encrypted and only accessible to trained staff who need it. Our systems are regularly updated to fix vulnerabilities. While we strive for maximum security, no system is foolproof. If a breach occurs, we’ll notify affected users and authorities promptly, explaining what happened and how we’re responding.

Cookies & Tracking

Rikamins uses cookies to enhance your experience—remembering logins, preferences, and site usage. Essential cookies keep the site running; performance cookies help us improve; preference cookies save your settings; marketing cookies (if enabled) deliver relevant content. You can manage cookies in your browser, but disabling them may affect site functions. We use analytics to understand user behavior anonymously and don’t track you across other sites.

Children & Minors

Our site is for users 13 and older. We don’t knowingly collect data from children under 13 and will delete it if found. Parents concerned about their child’s data can contact us at info@rikamins.org. Teens should know forum posts are public and avoid sharing personal details. We encourage minors to discuss privacy with guardians before using our services.

Links & Third-Party Services

Our site may link to third-party sites like game publishers and partners, each with their own privacy policies. This policy covers only Rikamins services. We use third-party tools for analytics, payments, and support—please review their policies to understand how they handle your data.

Contact & Questions

Questions or concerns about your privacy? Please reach out to us at info@rikamins.org. We respond within 30 days, and often much sooner.
Your right to complain
If you are not satisfied with how we have handled your personal data, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the UK supervisory authority:
Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) Wycliffe House, Water Lane, Wilmslow, Cheshire SK9 5AF Website: ico.org.uk Telephone: 0303 123 1113
We would appreciate the opportunity to address your concerns before you contact the ICO. Please reach out to us first at info@rikamins.org and we will do our best to resolve the matter promptly.
If you are based in the EU and your complaint relates to the processing of your personal data, you also have the right to contact the data protection authority in your country of residence.
How we update this policy
We take privacy seriously and review this policy regularly to keep it accurate and up to date. When we make significant changes — such as collecting new types of data, changing how we use your data, or adding new third-party partners — we will notify you in advance by email or by a prominent notice on our website, before the changes take effect.
For minor updates, such as corrections or clarifications that do not affect your rights, we will revise the “last updated” date at the top of this page without prior notice.
If you do not agree with a significant update, you may close your account and stop using our services before the new policy takes effect. We will never make changes that reduce your rights under UK GDPR without giving you a clear opportunity to review them first.