Privacy Policy
Last Updated: January 2026
btna.com.au ("we", "us", or "our") operates a casino and gambling affiliate website focused on helping Australian users find pokies venues and gaming information near them. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information in accordance with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs).
Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information when you use btna.com.au:
- Personal details: your name and email address, if you contact us directly or subscribe to our communications.
- IP address: collected automatically for security, analytics, and approximate geolocation purposes (e.g., showing relevant "pokies near me" results).
- Cookies and similar technologies: small data files stored on your device (see our Cookie Policy section below).
- Usage data: pages visited, time on site, referring URLs, browser type, device type, and interactions with affiliate links.
How We Use Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Analytics: understand how visitors use our site so we can measure performance and identify trends.
- Affiliate tracking: attribute referrals to third-party casino and gambling operators, which is how our site generates revenue.
- Site improvement: enhance content, functionality, and the relevance of our pokies and venue listings.
- Respond to your enquiries and provide customer support.
- Comply with legal obligations and protect against fraud or misuse.
We do not sell your personal information to third parties.
Cookie Policy
We use the following types of cookies:
- Essential cookies: required for the basic operation of the website.
- Analytics cookies: help us understand site traffic and user behaviour (e.g., Google Analytics).
- Affiliate/tracking cookies: record when you click through to a casino operator so we can receive referral credit.
- Preference cookies: remember your settings and location preferences.
Opt-out options: You can control or delete cookies through your browser settings at any time. You may also opt out of Google Analytics tracking using the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on. Please note that disabling cookies may affect site functionality, including affiliate link attribution.
Third-Party Links
Our website contains links to third-party casino operators, gambling platforms, and affiliate partners. When you click these links, you will be directed to websites we do not own or control. We are not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or data handling of these third parties. We encourage you to review the privacy policy of any third-party site before providing personal information. Gambling involves risk — please gamble responsibly. For support in Australia, contact Gambling Help Online on 1800 858 858.
Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:
- Australia (Privacy Act 1988 / APPs): you may request access to, or correction of, the personal information we hold about you, and make a complaint about our handling of your data. Complaints can also be lodged with the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC).
- EU/UK (GDPR/UK GDPR): if you are located in the European Union or United Kingdom, you have the right to access, rectify, erase, restrict, or object to processing of your data, the right to data portability, and the right to withdraw consent at any time.
- California, USA (CCPA/CPRA): if you are a California resident, you have the right to know, delete, and correct your personal information, and to opt out of the sale or sharing of your personal information. We do not sell personal information.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details below. We will respond within a reasonable timeframe, typically 30 days.
Data Retention
We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes described in this policy, or as required by law. Usage and analytics data is generally retained for up to 26 months. Email correspondence is retained for up to 24 months. When data is no longer required, it is securely deleted or de-identified.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, wish to access or correct your personal information, or would like to make a complaint, please contact us at:
Email: privacy@btna.com.au
Website: btna.com.au
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.