Privacy Policy
Last Updated: January 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 site, which provides information about PayID Pokies and affiliated gambling services.
Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By accessing and using germancinemamelbourne.com, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by all the provisions of this Privacy Policy.
Information We Collect
We may collect information about you in a variety of ways. The information we may collect on the site includes:
- Personal Data: Name, email address, phone number, and other contact details you voluntarily provide
- Device Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, and device identifiers
- Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on site, links clicked, referring URL, and search queries
- Cookies: Information collected through cookies and similar tracking technologies (see Cookie Policy below)
- Location Data: Approximate location based on IP address to ensure compliance with Australian gambling regulations
How We Use Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- To provide, maintain, and improve our website and services
- To track affiliate referrals and commissions earned through partner casinos
- To conduct analytics and understand user behavior patterns
- To personalise your experience and content recommendations
- To comply with Australian gambling laws and regulations
- To send promotional emails and updates (with your consent)
- To detect fraud and prevent illegal activity
- To respond to your inquiries and customer service requests
Cookie Policy
Our website uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies are small files stored on your device that help us recognize you and remember your preferences.
Types of Cookies We Use:
- Essential Cookies: Required for site functionality and security
- Analytics Cookies: Track user behavior to improve site performance
- Affiliate Tracking Cookies: Monitor referrals to partner gambling operators
- Advertising Cookies: Deliver targeted content and track campaign effectiveness
- Third-Party Cookies: Set by partners and service providers for analytics and advertising
Cookie Management: You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences. Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent. Note that disabling cookies may affect site functionality.
Third-Party Links
Our website contains links to third-party gambling operators, casinos, and affiliate partners. We are not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or policies of these external sites. We strongly encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information or engaging in gambling activities.
Your use of third-party sites is governed by their respective terms and conditions, not by this Privacy Policy. German Cinema Melbourne is an affiliate website and may earn commissions from referred players.
Your Rights
Under Australian Privacy Law (including the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth)), you have the following rights:
- Right to access your personal information
- Right to request correction of inaccurate data
- Right to request deletion of your information (subject to legal obligations)
- Right to opt-out of marketing communications
- Right to 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 you are in the United States, CCPA rights may apply. Please contact us to exercise any of these rights.
Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required by Australian law. Affiliate tracking data is typically retained for 12 months. You may request deletion of your data at any time, subject to legal and contractual obligations.
Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or wish to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us:
Email: [email protected]
Website: germancinemamelbourne.com
We aim to resolve privacy inquiries within 30 days. If you are not satisfied with our response, you may lodge a complaint with the OAIC at www.oaic.gov.au.