Privacy Policy
Effective Date: January 2026
Rug Empire (rugempire.com.au) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website.
Information We Collect
We collect information in the following ways:
- Personal Information: Name, email address, and contact details when you voluntarily submit forms or subscribe to our newsletter.
- Technical Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, and device identifiers.
- Cookies: We use cookies to enhance your browsing experience and track user interactions on our site.
- Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on site, referral sources, and clickthrough data.
How We Use Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- Website analytics and performance monitoring
- Affiliate tracking and commission attribution
- Site improvement and user experience optimization
- Responding to user inquiries and support requests
- Sending promotional content and newsletters (with your consent)
- Compliance with legal obligations
Cookie Policy
Our website uses the following types of cookies:
- Essential Cookies: Required for basic site functionality.
- Analytics Cookies: Track user behavior and site performance.
- Affiliate Tracking Cookies: Monitor referrals and commission tracking.
- Marketing Cookies: Enable targeted advertising and remarketing.
You can opt-out of non-essential cookies by adjusting your browser settings or clicking the cookie consent banner on our site. Note that disabling cookies may affect site functionality.
Third-Party Links
Our website contains links to external casino operators, gambling platforms, and affiliate partners. We are not responsible for the privacy practices, terms, or content of third-party websites. We strongly recommend reviewing the privacy policies of any linked sites before providing your personal information or engaging in gambling activities. Third-party operators are solely responsible for their data collection and handling practices.
Your Rights
Under Australian Privacy Law (Privacy Act 1988), you have the right to:
- Access your personal information held by us
- Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
- Request deletion of your personal information
- Opt-out of marketing communications
- Lodge a complaint with the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC)
If you are accessing our site from the European Union or United Kingdom, GDPR rights apply. If from the United States, CCPA rights may apply. Please contact us to exercise any of these rights.
Data Retention
We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law. Affiliate tracking data is typically retained for 12 months. Analytics data may be retained for up to 24 months. You may request deletion of your data at any time, subject to legal obligations.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, wish to exercise your rights, or have concerns about our data practices, please contact us:
Email: privacy@rugempire.com.au
Website: rugempire.com.au
We will respond to privacy inquiries within 30 days of receipt.
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