Privacy Policy
Last updated: January 2026
Joelander.com ("we", "us", "our") is an Australian affiliate website providing information and reviews about online pokies with the best payout rates. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information in accordance with the Australian Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs).
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information when you use joelander.com:
- Personal details: your name and email address, if you contact us or subscribe to a newsletter.
- IP address: collected automatically for security, analytics, and geo-location purposes.
- Cookies and tracking data: small files stored on your device to remember preferences and track affiliate referrals.
- Usage data: pages visited, time spent on site, browser type, device information, and referring URLs.
2. How We Use Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Analyse website traffic and user behaviour through analytics tools.
- Track affiliate referrals to online casino partners so we can be credited for referrals.
- Improve our website content, layout, and user experience.
- Respond to your enquiries and communicate with you where you have requested it.
- Comply with legal obligations under Australian law.
We do not sell your personal information to third parties.
3. Cookie Policy
We use the following types of cookies:
- Essential cookies: required for the basic functioning of the website.
- Analytics cookies: help us understand how visitors use the site (e.g. Google Analytics).
- Affiliate/tracking cookies: placed when you click links to third-party casinos, enabling commission tracking.
- Preference cookies: remember your settings and choices.
Opt-out options: You can disable or delete cookies at any time through your browser settings. You may also opt out of Google Analytics via the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on. Please note that disabling cookies may affect site functionality and affiliate link tracking.
4. Third-Party Links
Our website contains links to third-party online casinos and affiliate partners. When you click these links, you will be directed to websites operated by third parties. We do not control, and are not responsible for, the privacy practices, content, or policies of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policy of any third-party website before providing personal information. Please note that online gambling involves risk; only gamble if you are 18 years or older and it is legal in your jurisdiction.
5. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:
- Australia (Privacy Act 1988 / APPs): the right to access and correct the personal information we hold about you, and to lodge a complaint with the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC).
- European Union / United Kingdom (GDPR/UK GDPR): the right to access, rectify, erase, restrict or object to processing, data portability, and to withdraw consent at any time.
- United States (CCPA/CPRA): the right to know, delete, and opt out of the sale or sharing of personal information (note: we do not sell personal information).
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details below. We will respond within a reasonable timeframe as required by applicable law.
6. Data Retention
We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes described in this policy, or as required by law. Analytics and usage data are typically retained for up to 26 months, after which they are anonymised or deleted. Contact details provided by you are kept until you request deletion or unsubscribe.
7. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal information, please contact us at:
Email: privacy@joelander.com
Website: joelander.com
If you are not satisfied with our response, you may contact the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) at www.oaic.gov.au.