Privacy Policy
Last Updated: January 2026
The Gathering Holidays ("we," "us," "our," or "Company") operates the website thegatheringholidays.com. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website and engage with our affiliate content related to FairGO Casino and other online gambling services.
We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring you have a positive experience on our site. Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our website.
Information We Collect
We collect information in various ways, including:
- Personal Information: When you voluntarily provide it (e.g., name, email address, contact details) through forms, newsletters, or account registration.
- Device Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, and device identifiers.
- Cookies: Small data files stored on your device to enhance your browsing experience (see Cookie Policy below).
- Usage Data: Pages visited, links clicked, time spent on site, referral sources, and navigation patterns.
- Affiliate Tracking Data: Clicks, conversions, and interactions related to casino affiliate links and promotions.
How We Use Information
We use the collected information for the following purposes:
- To deliver and improve our website's functionality and user experience.
- To conduct analytics and track the performance of affiliate links and promotions.
- To send newsletters, updates, and promotional content (with your consent).
- To detect and prevent fraudulent activities and security threats.
- To comply with legal obligations and enforce our terms of service.
- To measure affiliate commissions and track referral sources.
Cookie Policy
Our website uses cookies to enhance your experience. Types of cookies we use include:
- Essential Cookies: Necessary for site functionality and security.
- Analytics Cookies: Used to understand how visitors interact with our site (e.g., Google Analytics).
- Affiliate Tracking Cookies: Used to track clicks and conversions to FairGO Casino and partner casinos.
- Marketing Cookies: Used to deliver personalized content and retargeting ads.
Most browsers allow you to control cookies through settings. You can opt-out of non-essential cookies at any time, though this may affect site functionality. For more information, visit allaboutcookies.org.
Third-Party Links
Our website contains links to third-party websites, including FairGO Casino and other online gambling platforms. We are an affiliate partner and earn commissions from referred players. We are not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or policies of these external websites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing personal information. Your use of third-party sites is governed by their own terms and privacy policies, not ours.
Your Rights
Under Australian Privacy Law (Privacy Act 1988) and other applicable regulations, you have the following rights:
- Access: Request access to personal information we hold about you.
- Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
- Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal obligations).
- Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time.
- Data Portability: Request your data in a portable format.
- Complaint: Lodge a complaint with the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) if you believe we've breached your privacy.
For users in the EU/UK, GDPR rights apply. For US users, CCPA/CPRA rights may apply. We comply with applicable data protection laws in your jurisdiction.
Data Retention
We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy. Generally, we retain data for:
- Account Information: For the duration of your account and 12 months thereafter.
- Analytics Data: Up to 26 months.
- Affiliate Tracking Data: Up to 2 years for commission and referral verification.
- Marketing Data: Until you unsubscribe or request deletion.
We may retain data longer if required by law or for legitimate legal purposes.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us at:
Email: [email protected]
Website: thegatheringholidays.com
We will respond to your inquiry within 30 days. If you are not satisfied with our response, you may lodge a complaint with the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner.
This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically. We will notify you of significant changes via email or on our website.