Privacy Policy
Last Updated: January 2026
Welcome to aboriginalservicesdirectory.com.au (the "Site"), an affiliate website providing information about pokies venues and online gambling options in Australia. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information in accordance with the Australian Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs). By using this Site, you agree to the practices described below. You must be 18 years or older to use this Site.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
- Personal details: such as your name and email address, where you voluntarily provide them (e.g., via a contact form or newsletter signup).
- IP address: collected automatically when you visit the Site for security and analytics purposes.
- Cookies and tracking data: information stored on your device to support site functionality, analytics, and affiliate tracking (see Section 3).
- Usage data: including pages visited, time spent on pages, referring URLs, browser type, and device information.
We do not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under 18 years of age.
2. How We Use Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Analyse site traffic and user behaviour to improve content and performance (analytics).
- Track affiliate referrals so that partner casinos and operators can attribute clicks and sign-ups to this Site (affiliate tracking).
- Improve the Site's functionality, content, and user experience.
- Respond to enquiries you submit to us.
- Comply with legal and regulatory obligations.
We do not sell your personal information to third parties.
3. Cookie Policy
This Site uses cookies and similar technologies. The types of cookies we use include:
- Essential cookies: required for the Site to function correctly.
- Analytics cookies: help us understand how visitors use the Site (e.g., Google Analytics).
- Affiliate/marketing cookies: track referrals to third-party casino websites so we may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.
Opt-out options: You can control or delete cookies through your browser settings at any time. Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being set. You may also opt out of Google Analytics via Google's opt-out tools. Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of the Site.
4. Third-Party Links
This Site contains links to third-party websites, including online casinos, gambling operators, and affiliate partners. When you click these links and leave our Site, you are subject to the privacy policies and practices of those third parties. We do not control, and are not responsible for, the privacy practices, content, or security of any third-party website. We encourage you to review the privacy policy of any website you visit.
5. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:
- Australia (Privacy Act 1988): You have the right to access and correct personal information we hold about you, and to make a complaint about our handling of your information. Complaints may also be directed to the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC).
- European Union / United Kingdom (GDPR / UK GDPR): You have the right to access, rectify, erase, restrict, or object to the processing of your personal data, the right to data portability, and the right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority.
- United States (CCPA/CPRA): California residents have the right to know, access, delete, and opt out of the sale or sharing of their personal information, and the right to non-discrimination for exercising these rights.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details in Section 7. We will respond within a reasonable timeframe and in accordance with applicable law.
6. Data Retention
We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes described in this Privacy Policy, or as required by law. Analytics and usage data are generally retained in aggregated or de-identified form. When personal information is no longer required, we take reasonable steps to securely delete or de-identify it.
7. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or the handling of your personal information, please contact us at:
Email: privacy@aboriginalservicesdirectory.com.au
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.