Privacy Policy
Last Updated: 2026
Hastings Handmade ("we," "us," "our," or "Company") operates the hastingshandmade.com website. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, particularly in relation to our PayID Pokies affiliate services.
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 postal address when you voluntarily submit contact forms or subscribe to our services.
- Technical Data: Internet Protocol (IP) address, browser type, operating system, and pages visited.
- Cookie Data: Information stored through cookies and similar tracking technologies.
- Usage Data: Information about how you interact with our website, including click-through rates, time spent on pages, and referral sources.
How We Use Information
We use the information we collect for various purposes, including:
- Conducting analytics to understand user behaviour and website performance.
- Tracking affiliate referrals and commissions from casino partners.
- Improving website functionality, content, and user experience.
- Sending promotional emails and newsletters (with your consent).
- Responding to inquiries and providing customer support.
- Complying with legal obligations and preventing fraud.
Cookie Policy
Our website uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience. Types of cookies we use include:
- Essential Cookies: Required for website functionality and security.
- Analytics Cookies: Help us understand user behaviour and site performance.
- Affiliate Tracking Cookies: Track referrals to casino partners for commission purposes.
- Marketing Cookies: Used to deliver personalised content and advertisements.
You can opt-out of non-essential cookies through your browser settings or by contacting us. Please note that disabling cookies may affect website functionality.
Third-Party Links
Our website contains links to casino operators and affiliate partners. We are not responsible for the privacy practices, terms, or content of third-party websites. We strongly encourage you to review the privacy policies of any external sites before providing personal information or engaging in gambling activities. Hastings Handmade does not endorse or control the policies of linked sites.
Your Rights
As an Australian user, you have rights under the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs). You may:
- Request access to personal information we hold about you.
- Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information.
- Request deletion of your personal data (subject to legal obligations).
- Opt-out of marketing communications at any time.
- Lodge a complaint with the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) if you believe your privacy has been breached.
If you are accessing our site from the European Union or United Kingdom, GDPR rights apply. If you are in the United States, CCPA/CPRA rights may apply to California residents.
Data Retention
We retain personal data for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, comply with legal obligations, or resolve disputes. Affiliate tracking data is typically retained for 12 months. You may request deletion of your data at any time, subject to legal retention requirements.
Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or wishes to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us:
Email: [email protected]
We will respond to your inquiry within 30 days or as required by applicable law.