Privacy Policy
Last Updated: January 2026
Manly Uniting Church ("we," "us," "our," or "Company") operates the manlyunitingchurch.com website. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, including all related pages, subdomains, and mobile versions (collectively, the "Site").
Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our Site. By accessing and using this Site, you signify 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 the following ways:
- Personal Information: Name, email address, phone number, and other information you voluntarily provide when contacting us or subscribing to our services.
- Technical Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URLs, and pages visited.
- Cookies and Tracking Technologies: Data collected through cookies, web beacons, and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience.
- Usage Data: Information about how you interact with our Site, including clicks, time spent on pages, and navigation patterns.
How We Use Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- To conduct analytics and understand user behavior on our Site.
- To track affiliate referrals to partner casinos and gambling operators.
- To improve Site functionality, design, and user experience.
- To send promotional emails and newsletters (with your consent).
- To comply with legal obligations and respond to lawful requests.
- To detect and prevent fraud or unauthorized access.
Cookie Policy
Our Site uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience. The types of cookies we use include:
- Essential Cookies: Required for Site functionality and security.
- Analytical Cookies: Help us understand how users interact with our Site.
- Marketing Cookies: Used to track affiliate referrals and display targeted content.
- Third-Party Cookies: Set by partner sites and advertising networks.
You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings and opt out of non-essential cookies at any time. However, disabling certain cookies may impact Site functionality.
Third-Party Links
Our Site contains links to external websites, including casinos, gambling operators, and affiliate partners. We are not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or security of these third-party sites. We strongly encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party website before providing personal information or engaging in transactions. Your use of third-party sites is solely your responsibility and at your own risk.
Your Rights
Under Australian Privacy Principles (APP) and relevant privacy legislation, you have the right to:
- Access the personal information we hold about you.
- Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information.
- Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal obligations).
- Opt out of marketing communications.
- Lodge a complaint with the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) if you believe we have mishandled your data.
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the details provided below.
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. Analytical and usage data are 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]
We will respond to your request within 30 days or as required by Australian privacy law.