Privacy Policy
Last Updated: January 2026
Dan's Plumbing Tips ("we," "us," "our," or "Company") operates the dansplumbingtips.com.au website. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and otherwise handle your information when you visit our site, particularly in relation to our PayID pokies content and affiliate services.
We are committed to protecting your privacy in accordance with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs).
Information We Collect
We collect information in the following ways:
- Personal Information: When you voluntarily submit forms, subscribe to newsletters, or contact us, we may collect your name, email address, and other details you provide.
- IP Address: We automatically record your IP address for security, fraud prevention, and site analytics purposes.
- Cookies: We use cookies to remember preferences, track user behaviour, and facilitate affiliate tracking (see Cookie Policy section below).
- Usage Data: We collect information about how you interact with our site, including pages visited, time spent, referring sources, and clicks on affiliate links.
- Device Information: We may collect browser type, operating system, and device identifiers.
How We Use Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- Analytics: To understand site traffic, user behaviour, and content performance using tools such as Google Analytics.
- Affiliate Tracking: To track and attribute conversions, clicks, and referrals to casino and gambling affiliate partners for commission purposes.
- Site Improvement: To enhance user experience, fix technical issues, and develop new features and content.
- Communication: To respond to inquiries and send newsletters or updates (only if you have opted in).
- Security: To prevent fraud, abuse, and unauthorised access.
- Compliance: To comply with legal obligations under Australian law.
Cookie Policy
What Are Cookies? Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit our website.
Types of Cookies We Use:
- Essential Cookies: Required for site functionality (e.g., login sessions).
- Analytics Cookies: Track user behaviour and site performance.
- Affiliate Cookies: Enable affiliate partner tracking and conversion attribution.
- Marketing Cookies: Support retargeting and personalised advertising.
Opt-Out Options: You can disable cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling essential cookies may impair site functionality. Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent. For more information, visit www.allaboutcookies.org.
Third-Party Links
Our website contains links to external websites, including casinos, poker machine providers, and other affiliate partners. We are not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or security of these third-party sites. We strongly encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing personal information or using their services.
When you click on affiliate links and complete transactions with our partners, your information is governed by their privacy policies, not ours. We only receive referral commissions and do not control how they handle your data.
Your Rights
Under the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and Australian Privacy Principles, you have the right to:
- Access: Request access to personal information we hold about you.
- Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or out-of-date information.
- Deletion: Request deletion of your information (subject to legal obligations).
- Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time via the unsubscribe link in emails or by contacting us.
- Complaint: Lodge a complaint with the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) if you believe we have breached the APPs.
Data Retention
We retain personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy and as required by Australian law. Affiliate tracking cookies are typically retained for up to 90 days to attribute conversions. Analytics data is generally retained for up to 26 months. You may request deletion of your personal information by contacting us, subject to legal and contractual obligations.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, wish to exercise your privacy rights, or would like to lodge a complaint, please contact us at:
Email: privacy@dansplumbingtips.com.au
We will endeavour to respond to your inquiry within 30 days. If you are not satisfied with our response, you may lodge a complaint with the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner at www.oaic.gov.au.