Privacy Policy
Last Updated: 2026
This Privacy Policy explains how michellecotterill.com ("we," "us," "our," or "Site") collects, uses, and protects your personal information. We are committed to ensuring your privacy is respected in accordance with Australian Privacy Principles (APPs) under the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth).
Information We Collect
We collect the following types of information when you visit our Site:
- Personal Information: Your name, email address, and any other details you voluntarily provide through contact forms or subscriptions.
- Technical Information: Your IP address, browser type, device type, operating system, and pages visited.
- Cookies: Information stored on your device to enhance your browsing experience (see Cookie Policy below).
- Usage Data: Information about how you interact with our Site, including clickthrough data, time spent on pages, and referral sources.
How We Use Information
We use collected information for the following purposes:
- To provide, maintain, and improve Site functionality and content.
- To track affiliate links and commissions from partner casinos.
- To conduct analytics and understand user behavior to enhance your experience.
- To send promotional content and newsletters (with your consent).
- To comply with legal obligations and prevent fraudulent activity.
Cookie Policy
Our Site uses cookies to improve your experience. The types include:
- Essential Cookies: Required for Site functionality and security.
- Analytics Cookies: Track user behavior to improve our Site (Google Analytics, similar services).
- Affiliate Tracking Cookies: Monitor referrals to partner casinos and track commissions.
- Marketing Cookies: Enable targeted advertising and promotional campaigns.
You can opt out of non-essential cookies by adjusting your browser settings or declining consent when prompted. Please note that disabling cookies may affect Site functionality.
Third-Party Links
Our Site contains links to third-party casino and affiliate websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or policies of external sites. We strongly encourage you to review the privacy policies of any casino or partner site before providing personal information or engaging in gambling activities. Your use of linked sites is at your own discretion.
Your Rights
Under the Australian Privacy Principles, you have the right to:
- Access your personal information held by us.
- Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information.
- Opt out of promotional communications at any time.
- Lodge a complaint with the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) regarding privacy breaches.
If you are located in the European Union or United Kingdom, GDPR rights apply. If located in the United States, CCPA rights may apply depending on your state of residence. We will honor applicable privacy legislation.
Data Retention
We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy. Analytics and usage data are typically retained for up to 24 months. Cookie data is retained according to expiration dates set by the cookie provider. You may request deletion of your data at any time, subject to legal retention obligations.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, wish to exercise your privacy rights, or report a privacy concern, please contact us at:
Email: privacy@michellecotterill.com
We aim to respond to all inquiries within 30 days.