Privacy Policy
Last Updated: January 2026
This Privacy Policy outlines how vrichardsonphotography.com (the "Site") collects, uses, and protects your personal information. We are committed to maintaining your privacy in accordance with Australian Privacy Principles (APPs) under the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth).
Information We Collect
We collect the following types of information:
- Personal Information: Name, email address, and contact details when you voluntarily submit forms or contact us.
- Technical Data: IP address, browser type, operating system, and device identifiers.
- Cookies: Tracking cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience and track affiliate conversions.
- Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on site, clickthrough data, and referral sources.
How We Use Information
We use collected information for the following purposes:
- Analytics and site performance monitoring to understand user behavior.
- Affiliate tracking and commission calculation with partner casinos and gambling operators.
- Site improvement and optimization of content and services.
- Marketing communications (only with your consent).
- Compliance with legal obligations and fraud prevention.
Cookie Policy
Our Site uses the following types of cookies:
- Essential Cookies: Required for site functionality and security.
- Analytics Cookies: Track user behavior and site performance.
- Affiliate Tracking Cookies: Monitor referrals and conversions for commission purposes.
- Marketing Cookies: Enable targeted advertising and remarketing.
You may opt-out of non-essential cookies by adjusting your browser settings or using our cookie consent tool. Please note that disabling cookies may affect site functionality.
Third-Party Links
This Site contains links to external casinos, gambling operators, and affiliate partners. We are not responsible for the privacy practices, policies, or content of these third-party websites. Each linked site maintains its own privacy policy, and we encourage you to review them independently. Your use of third-party sites is at your own risk and subject to their terms and conditions.
Your Rights
Under the Australian Privacy Principles, you have the right to:
- Request access to your personal information held by us.
- Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information.
- Request deletion of personal information where legally permitted.
- Opt-out of marketing communications.
- Lodge a complaint with the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) if you believe your privacy has been breached.
Note: If you are located in the European Union or United Kingdom, additional rights under GDPR may apply. If located in the United States, CCPA or other state privacy laws may provide additional protections.
Data Retention
We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy, or as required by law. Analytics and usage data are typically retained for 12–24 months. Affiliate tracking data is retained for the duration required to settle commissions and resolve disputes. You may request deletion of your data at any time, subject to legal obligations.
Contact Us
For privacy inquiries, data access requests, or complaints, please contact us at:
Email: privacy@vrichardsonphotography.com
We will respond to your request within 30 days. If you are unsatisfied with our response, you may lodge a complaint with the OAIC at www.oaic.gov.au.
This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically. We encourage you to review it regularly for changes. Continued use of the Site following updates constitutes your acceptance of the revised policy.