Privacy Policy
Effective Date: January 2026
wavecreststudycentre.org ("we," "us," "our," or "Company") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website.
Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By accessing and using wavecreststudycentre.org, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by all the provisions of this Privacy Policy.
Information We Collect
We collect information in the following ways:
- Personal Information: When you voluntarily submit forms on our website, we may collect your name, email address, and other contact details.
- Technical Information: We automatically collect your IP address, browser type, operating system, pages visited, and time spent on our site.
- Cookies: We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to monitor user activity and enhance your experience.
- Usage Data: We track clicks, referral sources, and interactions with our content and affiliate links.
How We Use Information
We use collected information for the following purposes:
- To provide, maintain, and improve our website and services
- To conduct analytics and monitor website performance
- To track affiliate commissions and referrals to partner casinos
- To personalise your experience and deliver relevant content
- To comply with legal obligations and prevent fraudulent activity
- To communicate with you regarding updates and promotional offers (with your consent)
Cookie Policy
We use the following types of cookies:
- Essential Cookies: Required for website functionality and security.
- Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our site (e.g., Google Analytics).
- Affiliate Tracking Cookies: Used to track referrals to partner casino websites and calculate commissions.
- Marketing Cookies: Enable targeted advertising and retargeting campaigns.
Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent. You can opt out of specific cookies by adjusting your browser settings or by using cookie management tools. Please note that disabling cookies may affect website functionality.
Third-Party Links
Our website contains affiliate links to casino and gambling operators, including Stake Casino Australia and other third-party platforms. We are not responsible for the privacy practices, terms, or content of external websites. When you click these links and visit third-party sites, their respective privacy policies apply. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information or engaging in gambling activities.
Important: Gambling may not be legal in your jurisdiction. We recommend checking local laws before accessing linked casino platforms.
Your Rights
Under Australian Privacy Law and the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth), you have the following rights:
- Right to access personal information we hold about you
- Right to request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
- Right to request deletion of your personal 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 European Union, United Kingdom, or other GDPR-applicable regions, you have additional rights under GDPR including data portability and withdrawal of consent. If you are in the United States, CCPA rights may apply.
Data Retention
We retain personal information and usage data for as long as necessary to provide our services and comply with legal obligations. Analytics data is typically retained for 12–24 months. Affiliate tracking data is retained in accordance with industry standards and contractual obligations with partner casinos. You may request deletion of your data at any time, subject to legal requirements to retain certain information.
Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or wish to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us:
Email: [email protected]
Website: wavecreststudycentre.org
We will respond to your inquiry within 30 days. If you are unsatisfied with our response, you may lodge a complaint with the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) at www.oaic.gov.au.
This Privacy Policy was last updated in January 2026 and may be updated periodically. We encourage you to review this policy regularly for changes.