Last updated: May 2026 — Emma Thompson, Pleasedonottouchthebook

Privacy Policy

Last Updated: January 1, 2026

Welcome to Pleasedonottouchthebook, accessible at pleasedonottouchthebook.com. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information when you visit our website. Please read this document carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this Privacy Policy, please discontinue use of the site immediately.

This website is owned and operated by Emma Thompson, who serves as the responsible party for all data processing activities conducted through pleasedonottouchthebook.com.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect information about you in a variety of ways. The types of data we gather include:

• Personal Identification Information: Name, email address, and other contact details you voluntarily provide when reaching out to us via our contact forms or email.
• Usage Data: Information automatically collected when you visit pleasedonottouchthebook.com, including your IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URLs, pages viewed, and time spent on each page.
• Device Information: Data relating to the device you use to access our site, such as hardware model, unique device identifiers, and mobile network information.
• Cookie Data: Information collected through cookies and similar tracking technologies, as described in detail below.

2. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Pleasedonottouchthebook.com uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience and analyse site traffic. Cookies are small data files stored on your device when you visit our site.

• Essential Cookies: Required for the basic functionality of the website.
• Analytics Cookies: Used to collect anonymous data about how visitors interact with pleasedonottouchthebook.com, helping us improve content and user experience.
• Advertising Cookies: Placed by third-party partners to deliver relevant advertisements based on your browsing behaviour.

You may disable cookies through your browser settings at any time. However, doing so may affect the functionality of certain areas of our website.

3. How We Use Your Information

The data collected through pleasedonottouchthebook.com is used for the following purposes:

• To operate, maintain, and improve the website and its content
• To respond to enquiries and provide customer support
• To monitor and analyse usage patterns and trends
• To comply with applicable legal obligations
• To send occasional updates or communications, where you have provided consent

4. Analytics

We use third-party analytics services, including Google Analytics, to understand how users engage with pleasedonottouchthebook.com. These services collect data using cookies and similar technologies. The information gathered is used in aggregated, anonymised form and does not personally identify individual users. You may opt out of Google Analytics tracking by using the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

5. Third-Party Links and Affiliate Disclosures

Pleasedonottouchthebook.com publishes reviews and recommendations related to Australian online pokies and casino platforms. Our site may contain affiliate links to third-party casino operators. When you click these links and register or deposit on those platforms, we may receive a commission at no additional cost to you.

We are not responsible for the privacy practices of any third-party websites linked from our platform. We strongly encourage you to review the privacy policies of any external sites you visit.

6. Your Rights Under GDPR and CCPA

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal data:

• Right to Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
• Right to Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
• Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data, subject to legal obligations.
• Right to Restrict Processing: Request that we limit how we use your data.
• Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format.
• Right to Opt Out: California residents may opt out of the sale of personal information under the CCPA.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details provided below.

7. Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, or as required by applicable law. Once data is no longer needed, it is securely deleted or anonymised.

8. Children's Privacy

Pleasedonottouchthebook.com is intended for users who are 18 years of age or older. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors. If we become aware that a person under 18 has provided personal data, we will take immediate steps to delete such information.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page with a revised effective date. Your continued use of pleasedonottouchthebook.com after any modifications constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests relating to this Privacy Policy or the handling of your personal data, please contact the responsible party directly:

• Responsible Person: Emma Thompson
• Website: pleasedonottouchthebook.com
• Email: [email protected]

Emma Thompson is committed to addressing all privacy-related enquiries promptly and transparently in accordance with applicable Australian and international data protection regulations.