Privacy Policy
Last Updated: 2026
Virginia Thorley ("we," "us," "our," or "Company") operates the virginiathorley.com website. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, particularly in relation to PayID Pokies content and affiliate services.
Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our website.
1. Information We Collect
We collect information in the following ways:
- Personal Information: Name, email address, phone number, and other details you voluntarily provide through contact forms or subscriptions.
- Technical Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, and device identifiers.
- Cookies: Tracking data through cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies.
- Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on site, links clicked, referral sources, and interaction patterns.
2. How We Use Information
We use collected information for the following purposes:
- Website analytics and performance monitoring.
- Affiliate tracking and commission purposes.
- Improving site functionality, content, and user experience.
- Responding to inquiries and communications.
- Complying with legal obligations and regulatory requirements.
- Marketing and promotional activities (with your consent).
3. Cookie Policy
Our website uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience. Types include:
- Essential Cookies: Required for basic site functionality.
- Analytics Cookies: Track user behaviour for performance analysis.
- Affiliate Cookies: Monitor referrals and conversions for affiliate partners.
- Marketing Cookies: Enable targeted advertising and retargeting.
You may opt-out of non-essential cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may impact site functionality.
4. Third-Party Links
Our website contains links to third-party casinos, gambling operators, and affiliate partners. We are not responsible for their privacy practices, data collection, or terms of service. We strongly encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites before providing personal information or engaging in gambling activities.
5. Your Rights
Under Australian Privacy Principles (APPs) and relevant privacy legislation, you have the right to:
- Access your personal information held by us.
- Request correction of inaccurate or outdated data.
- Request deletion of your information (subject to legal obligations).
- Opt-out of marketing communications.
- Lodge a complaint with the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC).
If you are located in the EU or UK, GDPR rights apply. If in the United States, CCPA and state privacy laws may apply.
6. Data Retention
We retain personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, or as required by Australian law. Affiliate tracking data is typically retained for 12 months. You may request deletion at any time, subject to legal retention obligations.
7. Contact Us
For privacy inquiries, complaints, or to exercise your rights, please contact us at:
Email: [email protected]
We will respond to all inquiries within 30 days in accordance with privacy legislation.
This Privacy Policy is subject to change without notice. Continued use of virginiathorley.com constitutes acceptance of the current policy.