Privacy Policy
Last Updated: January 2026
Australian Barbecue Academy ("we," "us," "our," or "Company") operates the australianbarbecueacademy.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 (collectively, the "Website").
Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By accessing and using the Website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by all the terms of this Privacy Policy.
Information We Collect
We collect information in various ways, including:
- Personal Information: Name, email address, phone number, and other contact details you voluntarily provide when registering, subscribing, or contacting us.
- Technical Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URLs, and pages visited on our Website.
- Cookies and Similar Technologies: Data collected through cookies, web beacons, and similar tracking technologies to remember your preferences and analyze site usage.
- Usage Data: Information about how you interact with our Website, including clicks, time spent on pages, and features accessed.
- Device Information: Device identifiers, hardware model, and mobile network information.
How We Use Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- To provide, maintain, and improve the Website and our services.
- To analyze Website usage patterns and user behavior through analytics tools.
- To track affiliate referrals and commission calculations for casino partners.
- To personalize your experience and deliver relevant content.
- To send marketing communications, newsletters, and promotional materials (with your consent).
- To comply with legal obligations and enforce our Terms of Service.
- To prevent fraud, abuse, and security incidents.
Cookie Policy
Our Website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience. Types of cookies we use include:
- Essential Cookies: Necessary for Website functionality, security, and basic operations.
- Analytics Cookies: Track user behavior to understand how visitors use our Website.
- Affiliate Tracking Cookies: Monitor clicks and referrals to casino partners for commission purposes.
- Marketing Cookies: Remember your preferences and deliver personalized advertising.
You can control cookies through your browser settings and opt out of non-essential cookies. However, disabling certain cookies may affect Website functionality. Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent. For more information, visit www.allaboutcookies.org.
Third-Party Links
Our Website contains links to third-party websites, including online casinos and affiliate partners. We are not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or security of external websites. When you click on third-party links and leave our Website, their privacy policies govern the collection and use of your information. We recommend reviewing the privacy policies of any third-party sites before providing your personal information.
Your Rights
As an Australian user, you have certain rights regarding your personal information:
- Right of Access: You have the right to request access to the personal information we hold about you.
- Right to Correction: You may request correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal information.
- Right to Erasure: You may request deletion of your personal information, subject to legal obligations.
- Right to Opt-Out: You can unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time by clicking "unsubscribe" in our emails.
- Right to Complaint: If you believe we have mishandled your information, you may lodge a complaint with the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC).
If you are located in the European Union or United Kingdom, additional rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) apply. If you are in the United States, CCPA rights may apply depending on your state of residence.
Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law. When your information is no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymize it. Affiliate tracking data is retained for accounting and compliance purposes for a minimum of seven (7) years in accordance with Australian tax legislation.
Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at:
Email: [email protected]
Website: australianbarbecueacademy.com
We will respond to your inquiry within thirty (30) business days. If you are unsatisfied with our response, you may lodge a complaint with the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner.