Privacy Policy
Last Updated: January 2026
Australia Boating Survey ("we," "us," "our," or "Company") operates the australiaboatingsurvey.com website. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, including all related content, functionality, and services offered on or through the site (collectively, the "Website").
Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our Website.
Information We Collect
We may collect information about you in a variety of ways. The information we may collect on the Website includes:
- Personal Information: Name, email address, phone number, and other contact details you voluntarily provide when registering, subscribing, or contacting us
- IP Address: Your Internet Protocol (IP) address is automatically collected to identify your location and device
- Cookies: Data stored on your device through cookies and similar tracking technologies
- Usage Data: Information about how you interact with the Website, including pages visited, time spent, clicks, referral sources, and browsing patterns
- Device Information: Browser type, operating system, device identifiers, and technical details
How We Use Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- Analytics: To understand Website traffic, user behavior, and performance metrics to optimize user experience
- Affiliate Tracking: To track affiliate commissions, conversions, and referrals from our casino and gambling partner links
- Site Improvement: To enhance Website functionality, content, features, and services based on user feedback and usage patterns
- Communications: To send newsletters, promotional materials, updates, and respond to inquiries
- Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws, regulations, and legal obligations in Australia
Cookie Policy
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your Website experience. The types of cookies we use include:
- Essential Cookies: Required for Website functionality and security
- Analytics Cookies: Track user behavior and Website performance
- Affiliate Cookies: Monitor clicks and conversions for affiliate partnerships
- Marketing Cookies: Used for targeted advertising and promotional purposes
Opt-Out Options: 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 Website functionality. You may also opt out of third-party analytics cookies through industry opt-out mechanisms.
Third-Party Links
Our Website contains links to external websites, including casino operators and affiliated gambling platforms. We are not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or security of third-party websites. When you click external links and leave our Website, you do so at your own risk. We recommend reviewing the privacy policies of any third-party websites before providing personal information or engaging with their services. We do not control or endorse the privacy practices of external parties.
Your Rights
Under Australian privacy laws, including the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs), you have the following rights:
- Right to access your personal information held by us
- Right to request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
- Right to withdraw consent at any time
- Right to lodge a complaint with the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC)
- Right to request deletion of personal information (subject to legal obligations)
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details provided in the "Contact Us" section.
Data Retention
We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by applicable Australian law. Affiliate tracking data may be retained for the duration of partnership agreements and financial reconciliation periods. You may request deletion of your data at any time, subject to legal retention requirements and ongoing affiliate obligations.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, wish to exercise your privacy rights, or have concerns about our data practices, please contact us at:
Email: [email protected]
We will respond to privacy inquiries within 30 days in accordance with Australian Privacy Principles.