Privacy Policy
Last Updated: January 2026
Australian Lepidoptera Endowment ("we," "us," "our," or "Company") operates australianlepidopteraendowment.com (the "Website"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our Website, including all associated features, applications, and services.
Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our Website. By accessing and using australianlepidopteraendowment.com, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by all the provisions of this Privacy Policy.
Information We Collect
We collect information in the following ways:
- Personal Information: When you voluntarily submit forms on our Website, we may collect your name, email address, phone number, and other contact details.
- Technical Information: We automatically collect your Internet Protocol (IP) address, browser type, operating system, referring URLs, pages visited, and the time and date of your visits.
- Cookies and Similar Technologies: We use cookies, web beacons, and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience and gather usage data about how you interact with our Website.
- Usage Data: Information about your interactions with our Website, including clicks, pages viewed, time spent on pages, and navigation patterns.
How We Use Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- Analytics: To analyze Website traffic, understand user behavior, and measure the effectiveness of our content and marketing campaigns.
- Affiliate Tracking: To track affiliate links, referrals, and commissions earned from casino partners and associated gambling platforms.
- Site Improvement: To improve our Website's functionality, user experience, and content based on user feedback and behavior patterns.
- Communication: To respond to inquiries, send updates, newsletters, and promotional materials (where permitted).
- Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards in Australia.
Cookie Policy
Types of Cookies We Use:
- Essential Cookies: Required for basic Website functionality, security, and navigation.
- Analytics Cookies: Used to track user behavior, Website performance, and traffic patterns.
- Affiliate Tracking Cookies: Used to identify and track referrals to third-party casino and gambling websites.
- Marketing/Advertising Cookies: Used to deliver personalized content and track the effectiveness of promotional campaigns.
Cookie Opt-Out: You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent. Please note that disabling cookies may affect Website functionality and your user experience. You may also opt out of third-party analytics services such as Google Analytics by visiting the Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-on page.
Third-Party Links
Our Website contains affiliate links to online casinos, gambling platforms, and other third-party websites. These external sites have their own privacy policies and data collection practices. We are not responsible for the privacy policies, practices, or content of these third-party websites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party site before providing personal information or engaging in transactions.
Disclaimer: Your use of third-party casino and gambling platforms is entirely at your own risk, and we assume no liability for any losses, disputes, or issues arising from your interactions with these external websites.
Your Rights
Under the Australian Privacy Act 1988 and the Privacy Principles (Australian Privacy Principles), you have the following rights:
- Access: You have the right to request access to the personal information we hold about you.
- Correction: You may request that we correct, update, or amend inaccurate or incomplete information.
- Deletion: You have the right to request deletion of your personal information, subject to legal obligations and legitimate business needs.
- Complaint: If you believe your privacy has been breached, you may lodge a complaint with the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC).
For users in the European Union or United Kingdom, additional rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) may apply. For users in the United States, rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and similar state legislation may be applicable.
Data Retention
We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, including legal and compliance obligations. Analytics and usage data are generally retained for up to 24 months. Affiliate tracking data is retained according to industry standards and our contractual obligations with casino partners. You may request deletion of your personal information at any time, subject to applicable legal requirements.
Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
Email: [email protected]
We will respond to your inquiry within 30 days of receipt. For complaints related to your privacy rights, you may also contact the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) at www.oaic.gov.au.
This Privacy Policy is effective as of January 2026 and may be updated periodically to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on this Website.