Privacy Policy
Last Updated: 2026
Batemans Bay Paddle Challenge ("we," "us," "our," or "Company") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website batemansbaypaddlechallenge.com.au (the "Site").
Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By accessing and using the Site, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by all the terms of this Privacy Policy.
1. Information We Collect
We collect information in the following ways:
- Personal Information: When you voluntarily submit information through forms, including your name, email address, phone number, and other contact details.
- IP Address: We automatically collect your Internet Protocol (IP) address to help us understand site traffic patterns and user location.
- Cookies: We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience and track affiliate activity.
- Usage Data: We collect information about how you interact with the Site, including pages visited, time spent, referring URLs, and clicks on affiliate links.
2. How We Use Information
We use the collected information for the following purposes:
- Analytics: To understand user behaviour, improve Site performance, and optimise content.
- Affiliate Tracking: To track affiliate commissions, referrals, and casino login activity to ensure accurate compensation and fraud prevention.
- Site Improvement: To enhance features, functionality, and user experience of the Site.
- Communications: To send you updates, newsletters, and promotional content (with your consent).
- Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws, regulations, and legal obligations.
3. Cookie Policy
We use the following types of cookies:
- Essential Cookies: Required for basic Site functionality and security.
- Analytics Cookies: Track user behaviour and Site performance (e.g., Google Analytics).
- Affiliate Tracking Cookies: Monitor referrals and clicks to partner casinos for commission purposes.
- Marketing Cookies: Support targeted advertising and retargeting campaigns.
Cookie Opt-Out: You can control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent. Note that disabling cookies may affect Site functionality. You can also opt out of Google Analytics tracking by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
4. Third-Party Links
The Site contains links to third-party casino websites, gambling operators, and affiliate partners. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external websites. When you click on affiliate links and visit partner casinos, you are subject to their respective privacy policies and terms. We encourage you to review their privacy statements before providing any personal information or engaging in gambling activities.
We do not control, endorse, or assume liability for third-party content, practices, or policies.
5. Your Rights
Under Australian Privacy Law (Privacy Act 1988) and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs), you have the following rights:
- Right of Access: Request access to personal information we hold about you.
- Right to Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal information.
- Right to Opt-Out: Opt out of marketing communications and certain data uses.
- Right to Complaint: Lodge a complaint with the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) if you believe we have breached your privacy.
If you are located in the European Union or United Kingdom, GDPR rights apply. If you are in the United States, CCPA rights may apply depending on your residency.
6. Data Retention
We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, or as required by law. Affiliate tracking data is retained for accounting and audit purposes, typically for a minimum of 7 years. You may request deletion of your personal information at any time, subject to legal retention obligations.
7. Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:
Email: privacy@batemansbaypaddlechallenge.com.au
Website: batemansbaypaddlechallenge.com.au
We will 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 (OAIC).
This Privacy Policy may be updated from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy. Continued use of the Site following changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.