Last updated: May 2026 — Lachlan Mercer, Skientia

Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 1 January 2026

Website: skientia.co

Responsible Party: Lachlan Mercer

This Privacy Policy explains how Skientia, operated at skientia.co, collects, uses, stores, and protects information obtained from visitors to our website. Skientia provides independent reviews of online casinos for Australian players. By accessing or using skientia.co, you agree to the practices described in this policy. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of this website.

1. Information We Collect

Skientia may collect two categories of information from users of skientia.co:

• Non-Personal Information: Browser type, operating system, referring URLs, pages visited, time spent on pages, and general geographic location data collected automatically through analytics tools.
• Personal Information: Any information you voluntarily provide, such as your name or email address, if you contact us directly or subscribe to any newsletter or notification service offered through skientia.co.

We do not require user registration to access the review content published on skientia.co.

2. How We Use Your Information

Information collected through skientia.co is used for the following purposes:

• To operate, maintain, and improve the functionality of skientia.co
• To understand user behaviour and improve content related to Australian online casino reviews
• To respond to enquiries or correspondence submitted directly to us
• To monitor and analyse traffic patterns using analytics services
• To comply with applicable legal obligations

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.

3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Skientia.co uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance user experience and gather analytical data. Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit our website.

• Essential Cookies: Required for basic website functionality.
• Analytics Cookies: Used to track visitor behaviour and page performance anonymously.
• Advertising Cookies: May be set by third-party advertising or affiliate networks that we work with.

You may disable cookies through your browser settings at any time. However, doing so may affect the functionality of certain features on skientia.co.

4. Analytics Services

Skientia.co uses third-party analytics platforms, which may include Google Analytics, to collect anonymised usage data. These services may use cookies and collect data such as IP addresses, session duration, and page interactions. This data is processed by third-party providers under their own privacy policies. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of these analytics providers directly.

5. Third-Party Links and Affiliate Disclosures

Skientia.co contains links to third-party websites, including online casino operators reviewed on this platform. These links may be affiliate links, meaning skientia.co may earn a commission if you click through and register with a recommended casino. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of any third-party websites. We strongly recommend that you review the privacy policy of any external website you visit through links on skientia.co.

6. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Right of 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 Object: Object to certain processing activities.
• CCPA Rights: California residents may request disclosure or deletion of personal data collected about them.
• GDPR Rights: Users in the European Economic Area are entitled to rights under the General Data Protection Regulation.

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

7. Data Retention and Security

Skientia retains personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy. We implement reasonable technical and organisational security measures to protect information held in connection with skientia.co. However, no method of transmission over the internet is entirely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

8. Children's Privacy

Skientia.co is intended solely for users aged 18 years and over. We do not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under the age of 18. If you believe a minor has provided personal information through skientia.co, please contact us immediately so that appropriate action can be taken.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

Skientia reserves the right to update or amend this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be published on this page with a revised effective date. Continued use of skientia.co following any such changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.

10. Contact Information

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or the handling of your personal data by skientia.co, please contact the responsible party directly:

• Responsible Person: Lachlan Mercer
• Website: skientia.co
• Contact: Available through the contact page at skientia.co

Lachlan Mercer is committed to addressing all privacy-related enquiries in a timely and transparent manner in accordance with applicable Australian privacy legislation, including the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Australian Privacy Principles.