Privacy Policy
Last Updated: January 2026
Mermaid in Design ("we," "us," "our," or "Company") operates the mermaidindesign.com website. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website and use our services relating to PayID Pokies and casino affiliate content.
Information We Collect
We may collect information about you in a variety of ways. The information we may collect on the site includes:
- Personal Data: Name, email address, and other contact details you voluntarily provide through forms or inquiries.
- Technical Data: IP address, browser type, operating system, and device information.
- Cookies: Information stored via cookies and similar tracking technologies (see Cookie Policy below).
- Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on pages, links clicked, referral sources, and browsing patterns.
- Affiliate Data: Click-through information, sign-up data, and referral tracking related to casino partners.
How We Use Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- To conduct analytics and understand user behavior on our website.
- To track affiliate commissions and referral performance with casino partners.
- To improve website functionality, content, and user experience.
- To respond to inquiries and provide customer support.
- To comply with legal obligations and enforce our Terms of Use.
- To send promotional content (only with your consent where required).
Cookie Policy
Our website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience. We use the following types of cookies:
- Essential Cookies: Required for website functionality and security.
- Analytics Cookies: Used to analyze traffic and user engagement (Google Analytics).
- Affiliate Tracking Cookies: Used to track referrals to casino partners and attribute conversions.
- Marketing Cookies: Used for retargeting and marketing purposes.
You may opt-out of non-essential cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent. Please note that blocking essential cookies may affect website functionality.
Third-Party Links
Our website contains links to third-party casino websites, gambling platforms, and affiliate partners. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We strongly encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites before providing personal information or engaging in gambling activities. Your use of third-party sites is at your own risk and governed by their respective privacy policies.
Your Rights
As an Australian resident, you have rights under the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs). You have the right to:
- Access your personal information that we hold.
- Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information.
- Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal obligations).
- Opt-out of marketing communications.
- Lodge a complaint with the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC).
If you have EU or UK residency, GDPR rights apply. If you are a US resident, CCPA rights may apply. Please contact us to exercise any of these rights.
Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide our services and fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy. Analytics and affiliate data are typically retained for 12–24 months, unless longer retention is required by law. You may request deletion of your data at any time, subject to legal requirements and ongoing business obligations.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, wish to exercise your privacy rights, or have concerns about our data practices, please contact us at:
Email: privacy@mermaidindesign.com
We aim to respond to all inquiries within 30 days.