Privacy Policy

Last Updated: January 2026

stepforth.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, including any other media form, media channel, mobile website, or mobile application related or connected thereto (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.

Information We Collect

We collect information in the following ways:

• Personal Information: Name, email address, phone number, and other contact details you voluntarily provide when registering, subscribing, or contacting us.
• Technical Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, and device identifiers.
• Cookies: We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience and gather usage data.
• Usage Data: Pages visited, links clicked, time spent on pages, referral sources, and affiliate tracking identifiers.
• Location Data: General geographic information based on IP address (used for compliance with Australian gambling regulations).

How We Use Information

We use collected information for the following purposes:

• Providing, maintaining, and improving the Site and our services.
• Affiliate tracking and commission attribution to ensure accurate referral payments.
• Analytics and performance monitoring to understand user behavior and Site effectiveness.
• Personalizing your experience and delivering relevant content.
• Compliance with Australian gambling laws and responsible gambling obligations.
• Responding to inquiries, requests, and customer support needs.
• Marketing communications (with your consent where required).

Cookie Policy

Types of Cookies We Use:

• Essential Cookies: Required for Site functionality and security.
• Analytical Cookies: Track user behavior and Site performance (e.g., Google Analytics).
• Affiliate Cookies: Enable tracking of referrals and commission attribution.
• Marketing Cookies: Used for retargeting and advertising purposes (where permitted).

Opt-Out Options: You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent. Please note that disabling essential cookies may impair Site functionality. For more information, visit aboutcookies.org.

Third-Party Links

Our Site contains links to third-party casino operators, gambling platforms, and affiliate websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or policies of these external sites. When you access third-party links, you are subject to their respective privacy policies and terms of service.

We strongly encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites before providing personal information or engaging in gambling activities. stepforth.org does not endorse and assumes no liability for third-party privacy practices.

Your Rights

As an Australian resident, you have the following rights under the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and Australian Privacy Principles (APPs):

• Right to Access: You may request access to personal information we hold about you.
• Right to Correction: You may request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information.
• Right to Complaint: If you believe we have breached privacy laws, you may lodge a complaint with the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC).
• Right to Opt-Out: You may opt out of marketing communications at any time by following unsubscribe instructions.

For international users: If you are located in the EU/UK, you have rights under GDPR. If you are in the US, your rights may be governed by CCPA (California) or similar state laws.

Data Retention

We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, comply with legal obligations, or resolve disputes. Retention periods vary depending on the type of information and context:

• Personal contact information: Retained for the duration of our relationship plus 12 months.
• Affiliate tracking data: Retained for 24-36 months for commission verification purposes.
• Analytics and usage data: Typically retained for up to 3 years.
• Cookie data: Retained per cookie type (see Cookie Policy above).

Where data is no longer necessary, we will securely delete or anonymize it in accordance with Australian privacy legislation.

Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:

Email: [email protected]
Website: stepforth.org

We will respond to privacy inquiries within 30 days or as required by applicable law.

Responsible Gambling Notice: This website is an affiliate of online gambling operators. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, please seek help through:

• Gambling NSW
• Problem Gambling Foundation Australia
• Gamblers Anonymous: 1800 858 858