Privacy Policy
Last Updated: January 2026
Connected By ("we," "us," "our," or "Company") operates the connectedby.org website. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website and interact with our BitStarz affiliate content.
We are committed to protecting your privacy in accordance with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Australian Consumer Law. 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 contact details you voluntarily provide
- Technical Data: IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URLs, and pages visited
- Cookies: Small data files stored on your device to enhance user experience and track affiliate referrals
- Usage Data: Information about how you interact with our content, including clicks, time spent on pages, and affiliate link interactions
- Location Data: Approximate geographic location based on IP address
2. How We Use Information
We use collected information for the following purposes:
- Conducting analytics to understand website performance and user behavior
- Tracking affiliate referrals and commissions from BitStarz and partner casinos
- Improving website functionality, content, and user experience
- Personalizing content and recommendations
- Communicating updates, newsletters, and promotional materials (with consent)
- Preventing fraud and ensuring website security
- Complying with legal obligations
3. Cookie Policy
Our website uses the following types of cookies:
- Essential Cookies: Required for website functionality and security
- Analytics Cookies: Track user behavior and website performance (Google Analytics, similar tools)
- Affiliate Tracking Cookies: Monitor BitStarz and casino referrals to ensure accurate commission attribution
- Marketing Cookies: Enable targeted advertising and campaign tracking
Opt-Out Options: You can control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent. Please note that disabling cookies may affect website functionality. You may also opt out of analytics tracking through Google Analytics' browser extension or your browser's "Do Not Track" feature.
4. Third-Party Links
Our website contains links to BitStarz, other online casinos, and affiliate partners. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external websites. When you access third-party websites through our links, their privacy policies govern the collection and use of your information. We strongly encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing personal information.
Important: Gambling involves risk and is intended for entertainment purposes only. Please ensure you are of legal age and comply with gambling laws in your jurisdiction.
5. Your Rights
Under Australian privacy laws, you have the right to:
- Access your personal information held by us
- Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
- Request deletion of your information (subject to legal requirements)
- Withdraw consent for email communications
- Lodge a complaint with the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC)
If you are located in the EU or UK, additional rights under GDPR apply, including data portability and the right to be forgotten. If you are in the US, CCPA rights may apply depending on your residence.
6. Data Retention
We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law. Affiliate tracking cookies are typically retained for up to 90 days. You may request deletion of your data at any time, subject to legal and business requirements.
7. Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or wish to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us:
Privacy Officer
Email: privacy@connectedby.org
Website: connectedby.org
We will respond to privacy requests within 30 days or as required by applicable law.
This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically. We encourage you to review it regularly for changes.