Privacy Policy
Effective Date: January 2026
La Villa French Boutique ("we," "us," "our," or "Company") operates the lavillafrenchboutique.com website. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, including all associated content, functionality, and services offered on or through the site (collectively, the "Website").
We are committed to protecting your privacy and comply with the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs) under the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth). 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 may collect information about you in a variety of ways. The information we may collect on the site includes:
- Personal Information: Name, email address, postal address, phone number, and other identifiers you voluntarily provide when registering, subscribing to our newsletter, or contacting us.
- Technical Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URLs, pages visited, and the dates and times of your visits.
- Cookie Data: Information collected through cookies and similar tracking technologies (see Cookie Policy below).
- Usage Data: Information about how you interact with our Website, including clicks, search queries, and content preferences.
How We Use Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- Conducting analytics to understand user behaviour and improve our Website's functionality and user experience.
- Tracking affiliate commissions and partnerships with casino operators and gaming platforms.
- Sending promotional emails, newsletters, and marketing communications (if you have opted in).
- Personalising content and recommendations based on your interests.
- Detecting, preventing, and addressing fraud, security issues, and technical problems.
- Complying with legal obligations and protecting our legal rights.
Cookie Policy
Our Website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience. Cookies are small data files stored on your device that help us remember your preferences and track site usage.
Types of Cookies:
- Essential Cookies: Required for basic website functionality.
- Analytics Cookies: Used to analyse user behaviour and improve our services.
- Affiliate Tracking Cookies: Used to track clicks and commissions for affiliate partnerships.
- Marketing Cookies: Used for targeted advertising and promotional purposes.
Managing Cookies: You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent. However, disabling cookies may affect Website functionality. For more information on managing cookies, visit www.allaboutcookies.org.
Third-Party Links
Our Website contains links to third-party websites, including online casinos, poker platforms, gaming operators, and affiliate partners. We are not responsible for the privacy practices, terms of service, or content of these external websites.
When you click on links to third-party sites, you leave our Website and are subject to their respective privacy policies and terms. We strongly encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites before providing personal information or engaging in gambling activities. The inclusion of third-party links does not imply endorsement or control over their privacy practices.
Your Rights
Under the Australian Privacy Principles, you have the right to:
- Access personal information we hold about you and request copies of that information.
- Request correction of inaccurate, incomplete, or outdated personal information.
- Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal retention requirements).
- Opt out of marketing communications by clicking "unsubscribe" in our emails or contacting us directly.
- Lodge a complaint with the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) if you believe we have breached the Privacy Act.
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the details provided in the Contact Us section below.
Data Retention
We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected, including to satisfy legal, accounting, or reporting requirements.
- Account Information: Retained while your account is active and for a reasonable period thereafter to comply with legal obligations.
- Marketing Data: Retained until you unsubscribe or request deletion.
- Analytics Data: Generally retained for 24-36 months to support trend analysis.
- Affiliate Tracking Data: Retained for the duration of the affiliate relationship plus any dispute resolution period.
If you request deletion, we will remove your personal information within 30 days, except where we are required by law to retain it.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, wish to exercise your privacy rights, or have concerns about how we handle your personal information, please contact us:
Email: [email protected]
Website: lavillafrenchboutique.com
We will respond to your request within 30 days of receipt. If you are not satisfied with our response, you may lodge a complaint with the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) at www.oaic.gov.au.
Disclaimer: This Website is intended for informational and entertainment purposes only and is not intended as financial, legal, or gambling advice. Gambling involves risk. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, please contact the National Problem Gambling Support Service at 1800 858 858 or visit www.gamblinghelponline.org.au.