Privacy Policy
Last Updated: January 2026
Hartland Media ("we," "us," "our," or "Company") operates the hartland-media.com website. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website and access our content related to Australian online pokies and PayID casinos.
Information We Collect
We collect information in the following ways:
- Personal Information: When you contact us or subscribe to our services, we may collect your name, email address, and other contact details you voluntarily provide.
- IP Address: We automatically collect your IP address to understand your location and prevent fraudulent activity.
- Cookies: We use cookies to enhance your browsing experience and track your interactions on our site.
- Usage Data: We collect information about pages visited, time spent on site, referral sources, and clickthrough patterns.
- Device Information: We may collect information about your device type, browser, and operating system.
How We Use Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- To conduct analytics and understand user behavior on our website
- To track affiliate commissions and gaming referrals from partner casinos
- To improve our site functionality, content, and user experience
- To send you updates, newsletters, and promotional content (if you opt-in)
- To comply with legal obligations and prevent fraud
- To communicate with you regarding your inquiries
Cookie Policy
Types of Cookies We Use:
- Essential Cookies: Required for site functionality and security.
- Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how you use our site (e.g., Google Analytics).
- Affiliate Tracking Cookies: Used to track referrals to our casino partners and calculate commissions.
- Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences.
- Marketing Cookies: Used for targeted advertising and retargeting campaigns.
Opt-Out Options: You can disable cookies through your browser settings or opt-out of analytics tracking via Google Analytics' opt-out browser extension. However, disabling essential cookies may limit site functionality.
Third-Party Links
Our website contains links to external casino operators, gaming platforms, and affiliate partner websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices, policies, or content of these third-party sites. We strongly recommend reviewing their individual privacy policies before providing any personal information or engaging in gambling activities. Your use of external sites is at your own risk and governed by their terms and privacy policies.
Your Rights
Under Australian Privacy Principles (APP) and the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth), you have the right to:
- Access your personal information held by us
- Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
- Opt-out of marketing communications
- Request deletion of your personal data (subject to legal retention obligations)
- Lodge a complaint with the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC)
If you are accessing our site from outside Australia, additional privacy rights may apply (such as GDPR for EU/UK users or CCPA for California users). We will comply with applicable laws in your jurisdiction.
Data Retention
We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law. Affiliate tracking data and cookies are typically retained for 90 days to 2 years, depending on the cookie type. You may request deletion of your data at any time, subject to legal and contractual obligations.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, wish to exercise your privacy rights, or need to report a privacy concern, please contact us:
Email: privacy@hartland-media.com
Website: hartland-media.com
We will respond to privacy requests within 30 days or as required by law.
This Privacy Policy is effective as of January 2026 and may be updated periodically. We will notify you of material changes by posting the updated policy on our website.