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Who We Are
AussiePokies96 is an independent online casino review and comparison website operated by Blake Donovan and accessible at https://ssusa.co. Our site provides editorial reviews, ratings, guides, and comparisons of online casinos available to Australian players.
We are an affiliate website. This means we earn a commission when users click our partner links and subsequently register or deposit at a partner casino. We do not operate, own, license, or control any online casino. We are a media and information publisher only.
Important: Because we are an affiliate, we do not process payments, hold gambling licences, or handle any casino account data. Our data collection is limited to what is described in this policy.
For any questions about this policy, contact us at: editor@ssusa.co
Information We Collect
We collect only the minimum personal information necessary to operate this website effectively. The categories of data we may collect include:
2.1 Information You Provide Directly
- Contact form submissions: If you use our website's contact form to send us a message, we collect your name, email address, and the content of your message.
- Email correspondence: If you contact us directly by email, we retain the content of that correspondence and your email address.
2.2 Automatically Collected Data
When you visit AussiePokies96, certain technical information is collected automatically by our servers and analytics tools. This may include:
- Your IP address (anonymised before storage where possible)
- Browser type and version
- Operating system
- Pages visited and time spent on each page
- Referring URL (the page you came from before visiting our site)
- Date and time of your visit
- Device type (desktop, tablet, or mobile)
2.3 Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies. These are described in detail in Section 4 of this policy.
We do NOT collect: financial information, credit card or payment details, casino account credentials, government identification numbers, or any sensitive personal information as defined under the Australian Privacy Act 1988.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect only for legitimate purposes directly related to operating and improving this website. Specifically:
- To operate and maintain the website: Technical data such as IP addresses helps us detect errors, manage server load, and ensure the site functions correctly.
- To respond to your enquiries: If you contact us via our contact form or email, we use your details solely to respond to your message.
- To track affiliate referrals: When you click an affiliate link on our site and visit a partner casino, cookies facilitate tracking of that referral so that we receive appropriate commission. We do not receive your personal data from the casino as a result of this process.
- To analyse website traffic and user behaviour: We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with our site, which pages are most popular, and how we can improve content. This data is aggregated and anonymised.
- To improve our content: Usage patterns help us understand which casino reviews, guides, and comparisons are most useful to our readers.
We do NOT sell, rent, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal data to third parties for their marketing purposes. We do not use your data for automated decision-making or profiling that produces legal or significant effects.
We will never contact you with unsolicited marketing messages unless you have explicitly opted in to receive communications from us, and we do not currently operate any marketing mailing list.
Cookies & Tracking Technologies
Cookies are small text files placed on your device by a website. We use the following types of cookies on AussiePokies96:
4.1 Strictly Necessary / Session Cookies
These cookies are essential for the basic functioning of the website. They are temporary and expire when you close your browser. They do not collect personally identifiable information and cannot be disabled without affecting website functionality.
4.2 Analytics Cookies (Google Analytics)
We use Google Analytics to collect aggregated, anonymised data about how visitors use our site. Google Analytics uses cookies to track metrics such as session duration, pages viewed, and traffic sources. We have enabled IP anonymisation within Google Analytics, meaning your full IP address is never stored by Google on our behalf. The data collected is statistical in nature and does not identify you personally.
- For more information, visit: Google's Privacy Policy
- To opt out of Google Analytics across all websites: Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
4.3 Affiliate Tracking Cookies
When you click a link to a partner casino on our website, the casino operator may set a tracking cookie on your device. This cookie enables the casino to attribute your visit or registration to our website so that we receive the appropriate affiliate commission. These cookies are set by the third-party casino operator — not by us — and are governed by that casino's own privacy policy. We do not have access to or control over these cookies once they are set.
4.4 How to Manage or Disable Cookies
You can control and manage cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
- View and delete cookies that have already been set
- Block cookies from specific websites or all websites
- Set your browser to notify you when a cookie is being set
Guidance for common browsers:
- Google Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data
- Mozilla Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Apple Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
- Microsoft Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions
Please note: Disabling or blocking affiliate tracking cookies may mean that affiliate referrals from our site to partner casinos cannot be tracked. This does not affect your ability to access or use partner casinos, but it may affect whether we receive commission for referring you.
Third-Party Links & Affiliate Disclosure
AussiePokies96 contains links to third-party websites, including online casinos, software providers, and other gambling-related services. These links are provided for your information and convenience.
5.1 Affiliate Disclosure
We operate as an affiliate marketing website. When you click certain links on our site and subsequently register or make a deposit at a partner casino, we may receive a financial commission from that casino operator. This commission is paid by the casino and does not increase the cost to you in any way. Our editorial content and reviews aim to be honest, independent, and unbiased regardless of affiliate relationships.
5.2 No Responsibility for Third-Party Privacy Practices
Once you leave AussiePokies96 and visit a third-party website, you are subject to that website's own privacy policy and terms of service. We are not responsible for the privacy practices, data handling, content, or security of any third-party websites. We strongly encourage you to review the privacy policy of any casino or website you visit before providing any personal or financial information.
5.3 Link Attributes
In accordance with best practices and search engine guidelines, all outbound affiliate links on this website are marked with rel="nofollow noopener sponsored" attributes to ensure transparency and security.
5.4 Third-Party Services We Use
- Google Analytics (analytics) — Privacy Policy
- Partner casino operators (affiliate tracking) — individual privacy policies apply
Data Retention
We retain personal data only for as long as is necessary for the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by law. Our specific retention practices are:
- Google Analytics data: Retained for the default Google Analytics data retention period of 26 months, after which it is automatically deleted from Google's systems. This data is aggregated and anonymised.
- Contact form submissions and email correspondence: Retained for a period of 12 months from the date of last correspondence. If there is no ongoing correspondence after 12 months, the data is securely deleted. Data may be retained for longer if required to resolve a dispute or comply with a legal obligation.
- Server log files: Automatically generated server logs (which may contain IP addresses) are typically retained for up to 30 days for security and troubleshooting purposes, then deleted.
When personal data is no longer required, it is securely deleted or anonymised so that it can no longer be associated with you as an individual.
Your Rights Under the Australian Privacy Act 1988
The Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs) govern the collection, use, and disclosure of personal information in Australia. Under this legislation, you have the following rights in relation to your personal information:
Right of Access
You have the right to request access to the personal information we hold about you. We will respond to access requests within a reasonable time.
Right to Correction
If you believe personal information we hold about you is inaccurate, out of date, incomplete, or misleading, you may request that we correct it.
Right to Deletion
In certain circumstances, you may request that we delete personal information we hold about you, subject to any legal obligations we may have to retain it.
Right to Opt Out
You have the right to opt out of any marketing communications from us. We do not currently send marketing emails, but you may withdraw any consent at any time.
Right to Complain
If you believe your privacy rights have been breached, you have the right to make a complaint to the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC).
Right to Know
You have the right to know what personal information we hold about you and how it is used, which this policy aims to clearly explain.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at: editor@ssusa.co. We will respond to all legitimate requests within 30 days. We may need to verify your identity before processing your request.
If you are not satisfied with our response to a privacy complaint, you may contact the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) at www.oaic.gov.au or by calling 1300 363 992.
Children's Privacy
AussiePokies96 is an online gambling review and information website. All content on this site is intended exclusively for adults aged 18 years and over. Gambling is not suitable for, or permitted by, persons under the age of 18 in Australia.
We do not knowingly collect, solicit, or retain personal information from persons under the age of 18. Our website is not directed at children, and we do not market our content to minors.
If you are a parent or guardian and you believe that a person under 18 has submitted personal information to us through this website, please contact us immediately at editor@ssusa.co and we will take prompt steps to delete that information from our records.
We support responsible gambling and encourage all users to gamble responsibly. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, please contact the National Gambling Helpline on 1800 858 858 (free, 24/7).
Changes to This Policy
We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes may be made to reflect updates in our practices, changes to the law, or improvements to our website's functionality.
When we make material changes to this policy, we will update the "Last updated" date displayed at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.
Your continued use of the AussiePokies96 website after any changes to this Privacy Policy have been posted constitutes your acceptance of those changes. If you do not agree with any changes, you should discontinue use of the website.
Previous versions of this policy are available upon request by emailing editor@ssusa.co.
Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or complaints about this Privacy Policy or our data handling practices, please do not hesitate to get in touch. We take all privacy enquiries seriously and aim to respond promptly.
- Website: https://ssusa.co
- Email: editor@ssusa.co
- Author / Data Contact: Blake Donovan
For complaints that we are unable to resolve to your satisfaction, you may escalate to the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC):
- Website: www.oaic.gov.au
- Phone: 1300 363 992
- Post: GPO Box 5218, Sydney NSW 2001