Privacy Policy
Last Updated: 2026
German Cinema Melbourne ("we," "us," "our," or "Company") operates the germancinemamelbourne.com website. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, particularly in relation to our PayID Pokies affiliate services.
Information We Collect
We may collect information about you in a variety of ways. The information we may collect on the site includes:
- Personal Information: Name, email address, phone number, and other contact details you voluntarily provide
- Technical Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, and device identifiers
- Cookies: Persistent and session-based cookies to track your interactions with our site
- Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on pages, links clicked, referral sources, and browsing patterns
- Affiliate Tracking Data: Information related to affiliate marketing clicks, conversions, and commissions
How We Use Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- To provide, maintain, and improve our website and services
- To conduct analytics and understand user behaviour
- To track affiliate referrals and calculate commissions
- To personalise your experience on our site
- To send promotional content, newsletters, and updates (with your consent)
- To comply with legal obligations and prevent fraud
- To respond to your inquiries and customer support requests
Cookie Policy
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our website:
- Essential Cookies: Required for website functionality and security
- Analytics Cookies: Google Analytics and similar tools to measure site performance
- Affiliate Tracking Cookies: Used to track referrals to partner casinos and gaming sites
- Marketing Cookies: To deliver targeted advertising and remarketing campaigns
You can control cookies through your browser settings and opt-out of non-essential cookies. Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent. Please note that disabling cookies may affect website functionality.
Third-Party Links
Our website contains links to third-party casino operators and affiliate partners. We are not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or security of external websites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites before providing personal information or engaging in gambling activities. Your interactions with linked casinos and gaming platforms are governed by their respective privacy policies, not this one.
Your Rights
Under the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Australian Consumer Law, you have the right to:
- Access your personal information held by us
- Request correction of inaccurate or outdated information
- Request deletion of your personal data (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, your rights under the GDPR may apply. If you are in the United States, your rights under the CCPA may apply. We will comply with applicable data protection laws in your jurisdiction.
Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide our services and fulfil the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy. Affiliate tracking data is typically retained for financial and compliance purposes for up to seven (7) years. You may request deletion of your data at any time, subject to legal retention requirements. We implement reasonable security measures to protect your information from unauthorised access, alteration, or disclosure.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, wish to exercise your rights, or have concerns about our data practices, please contact us:
Email: privacy@germancinemamelbourne.com
Website: germancinemamelbourne.com
We will respond to your request within 30 days or as required by applicable Australian privacy legislation.