Privacy Policy
Last Updated: 2026
Dr Natalie Schmitt ("we," "us," "our," or "Company") operates the website dr-natalie-schmitt.com. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and otherwise handle your information across our website and services related to Payid Pokies AU.
Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By accessing and using our website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by all the terms of this Privacy Policy.
Information We Collect
We may collect and process the following personal and non-personal information:
- Personal Information: Name, email address, phone number, and other contact details you voluntarily provide through forms or inquiries.
- Technical Information: IP address, device type, browser type, operating system, and device identifiers.
- Cookies: We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to recognise your preferences and track your interactions with our website.
- Usage Data: Pages visited, links clicked, time spent on pages, referral sources, and other browsing behaviour.
How We Use Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- Conducting analytics to understand user behaviour and site performance.
- Affiliate tracking and commission management related to casino and gambling product referrals.
- Improving and optimising website functionality, content, and user experience.
- Sending marketing communications, newsletters, and promotional content (with your consent where required).
- Responding to enquiries and providing customer support.
- Complying with legal obligations and enforcing our terms of service.
Cookie Policy
We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience on our website. These include:
- Essential Cookies: Required for basic website functionality and security.
- Analytics Cookies: Used to track site usage and improve performance through tools such as Google Analytics.
- Affiliate Tracking Cookies: Used to track referrals to casino and gambling partners and manage affiliate commissions.
- Marketing Cookies: Used to deliver targeted advertising and measure campaign effectiveness.
You can opt-out of non-essential cookies by:
- Adjusting your browser settings to refuse cookies.
- Using "Do Not Track" signals (if your browser supports this feature).
- Contacting us at [email protected] to request a cookie preference update.
Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality and performance of our website.
Third-Party Links
Our website contains links to third-party websites, including online casinos, poker platforms, and other gambling affiliates. We are not responsible for the privacy practices, terms, or content of these external websites. We strongly recommend reviewing the privacy policies of any third-party sites before providing your personal information or engaging with their services.
Your use of third-party services is governed by their respective terms and privacy policies, not this Privacy Policy.
Your Rights
Under Australian privacy law, including the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs), you may have the following rights:
- Right to Access: You may request access to personal information we hold about you.
- Right to Correct: You may request correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal information.
- Right to Complain: You may lodge a complaint with the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) if you believe we have breached the Privacy Act.
- Right to Opt-Out: You may unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time by following the unsubscribe link in our emails.
If you are accessing our website from the European Union or United Kingdom, additional rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) may apply, including rights to data portability and erasure. If you are a US resident, rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and other state privacy laws may apply.
Data Retention
We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, unless a longer retention period is required by law. Generally, we retain:
- Account and contact information for the duration of your relationship with us and as required by law.
- Analytics and usage data for up to 12 months.
- Affiliate tracking data in accordance with our affiliate program agreements and applicable tax regulations.
- Marketing communication preferences indefinitely unless you request deletion.
Upon request, we will delete or de-identify personal information unless we are required to retain it for legal or legitimate business purposes.
Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at:
Email: [email protected]
We will endeavour to respond to your enquiry within 30 days. If you are not satisfied with our response, you may lodge a complaint with the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) at www.oaic.gov.au.
Updates to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. The "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy indicates when it was last revised. Your continued use of our website following any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.