Privacy Policy
Last Updated: 2026
acolytes.com.au ("we," "us," "our," or "Company") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard information when you visit our website, acolytes.com.au (the "Site"), which provides affiliate information and links related to Stake and other online gambling platforms.
Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our Site.
Information We Collect
We may collect information about you in a variety of ways. The information we may collect on the Site includes:
- Personal Data: Name, email address, phone number, and other identifiers you voluntarily provide through contact forms or registrations.
- Technical Data: IP address, browser type, operating system, and device identifiers.
- Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on pages, links clicked, referral sources, and navigation patterns.
- Cookies and Tracking: Information collected through cookies, pixels, and similar technologies (see Cookie Policy below).
- Affiliate Data: Tracking identifiers and conversion data related to affiliate links and referrals to Stake and other gambling platforms.
How We Use Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- To operate, maintain, and improve the Site and services.
- To track affiliate commissions and conversions from referrals to Stake and partner casinos.
- To perform analytics and understand user behavior and Site performance.
- To send promotional, marketing, and informational communications (where permitted by law).
- To respond to your inquiries and customer support requests.
- To comply with legal obligations and protect our legal rights.
- To detect, prevent, and address fraud, security issues, and technical problems.
Cookie Policy
Our Site uses cookies and similar tracking technologies. Cookies are small data files stored on your device. We use the following types:
- Essential Cookies: Required for Site functionality and security.
- Analytics Cookies: Used to understand Site usage and user behavior via services like Google Analytics.
- Affiliate Cookies: Used to track referrals and commissions from links to Stake and other gambling platforms.
- Marketing Cookies: Used for advertising, retargeting, and promotional purposes.
You may opt out of non-essential cookies through your browser settings or by using opt-out tools provided by third-party services. However, disabling cookies may limit Site functionality. You can also manage cookie preferences through industry tools such as the Digital Advertising Alliance or Your Online Choices (youronlinechoices.com.au for Australian users).
Third-Party Links
Our Site contains affiliate links to Stake, online casinos, and other gambling platforms. We are not responsible for the privacy practices, policies, or content of these third-party websites. When you click on external links, you leave our Site, and this Privacy Policy no longer applies. We strongly encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites before providing personal information or engaging in transactions.
Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:
- Australian Residents: Under the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth), you have rights including access to your personal information, the right to request corrections, and the right to lodge a complaint with the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC).
- EU/UK Residents: Under GDPR and UK GDPR, you have rights including access, rectification, erasure, data portability, and the right to object to processing.
- US Residents: Under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and similar state laws, you may have rights to know what data is collected, delete data, and opt out of sales or sharing of personal information.
To exercise your rights, contact us using the information provided in the Contact Us section below.
Data Retention
We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, comply with legal obligations, and resolve disputes. Affiliate tracking data may be retained longer to accurately calculate and pay commissions. You may request deletion of your information at any time, subject to legal and business requirements. Data may be retained in de-identified or aggregated form for analytics purposes.
Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at:
Email: [email protected]
We will respond to your inquiry within a reasonable timeframe, typically within 30 days. If you are unsatisfied with our response, you may lodge a complaint with the relevant regulatory authority in your jurisdiction.
This Privacy Policy applies to acolytes.com.au and was last updated in 2026. We reserve the right to update this policy at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date.