Privacy Policy
Last Updated: 2026
Captain Earwax ("we," "us," "our," or "Company") operates the captainearwax.com website. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, including all linked pages, features, and content.
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 may collect information about you in a variety of ways. The information we may collect on the site includes:
- Personal Data: Name, email address, phone number, and other contact information you voluntarily provide.
- Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device type, operating system, and referral source.
- Cookies and Tracking: Information collected through cookies, pixels, and similar tracking technologies.
- Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on site, clicks, searches, and interaction patterns.
- Affiliate Data: Click-through information, referral codes, and conversion tracking related to casino affiliates.
How We Use Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- To provide, maintain, and improve our website and services.
- To track affiliate commissions and performance metrics for casino partners.
- To conduct analytics and understand user behavior and site performance.
- To send promotional emails and marketing communications (with your consent where required).
- To comply with legal obligations and enforce our terms and conditions.
- To prevent fraud and enhance site security.
Cookie Policy
We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience. Types of cookies we use include:
- Essential Cookies: Required for basic site functionality.
- Analytics Cookies: Track user behavior and site performance (e.g., Google Analytics).
- Affiliate Tracking Cookies: Monitor referrals and conversions for casino partners.
- Marketing Cookies: Support targeted advertising and remarketing efforts.
You may opt-out of non-essential cookies by adjusting your browser settings or clicking the cookie preference tool on our website. Please note that disabling cookies may affect site functionality.
Third-Party Links
Our website contains links to third-party websites, including online casinos and affiliate partners (such as Leon Casino). We are not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or security of external websites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party site before providing personal information or engaging in gambling activities.
Gambling involves risk. If you choose to visit linked casino sites, you do so at your own discretion and responsibility.
Your Rights
Under Australian Privacy Law (Privacy Act 1988), you have the right to:
- Access your personal information held by us.
- Request correction or amendment of inaccurate information.
- Request deletion of your information (subject to legal obligations).
- Withdraw consent for marketing communications at any time.
- Lodge a complaint with the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) if you believe we have mishandled your data.
If you are a resident of the EU/UK, additional rights under GDPR apply, including data portability and the right to object to processing. If you are a US resident, certain rights under CCPA/CPRA may apply.
Data Retention
We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, or as required by law. Affiliate tracking data is typically retained for the duration of the affiliate relationship plus any applicable lookback window. Analytics data may be retained in aggregated form indefinitely. You may request deletion of your data at any time, subject to legal retention obligations.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your rights, please contact us at:
Email: [email protected]
We will respond to privacy inquiries within 30 days or as required by applicable law.