Privacy Policy
Last Updated: 2026
Growing Food Project ("we," "us," "our," or "Company") operates the website growingfoodproject.org. 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.
Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. If you do not agree with our practices, please do not use this website. By accessing and using growingfoodproject.org, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by all the terms of this Privacy Policy.
Information We Collect
We collect information in various ways, including:
- Personal Information: When you voluntarily submit information such as your name, email address, phone number, and postal address through contact forms, newsletter subscriptions, or affiliate registrations.
- Technical Information: We automatically collect your Internet Protocol (IP) address, browser type, operating system, referring URLs, pages visited, and the time and date of your visits.
- Cookie Data: We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to collect information about your browsing habits and preferences on our website.
- Usage Data: Information about how you interact with our content, including clicks, scroll depth, time spent on pages, and affiliate link engagement.
How We Use Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- Analytics and Reporting: To analyze website traffic, user behavior, and performance metrics to understand how visitors use our site.
- Affiliate Tracking: To track affiliate referrals, monitor conversions, and process affiliate commissions in relation to casino and gambling platforms we promote.
- Site Improvement: To enhance user experience, optimize website functionality, and develop new features and content.
- Communication: To respond to your inquiries, send newsletters, and provide updates about our services (only if you have opted in).
- Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws, regulations, and legal obligations.
Cookie Policy
We use cookies and similar technologies on our website:
- Essential Cookies: Required for basic website functionality and security.
- Analytics Cookies: Used to track user behavior and website performance through services such as Google Analytics.
- Affiliate Tracking Cookies: Used by our casino and gambling affiliate partners to track referrals and conversions.
- Marketing Cookies: Used to deliver targeted advertising and track marketing campaign effectiveness.
Most web browsers automatically accept cookies, but you can modify your browser settings to refuse cookies or alert you when a cookie is being sent. Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our website. You may also opt out of specific tracking services through their respective opt-out mechanisms or by adjusting your privacy settings.
Third-Party Links
Our website contains links to external websites, including casino platforms, gambling services, and affiliate partners. We are not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or policies of these third-party websites. We strongly recommend that you review the privacy policies of any external sites before providing personal information or engaging with their services.
Your use of third-party websites is entirely at your own risk and subject to their respective terms and conditions. We encourage you to exercise caution and conduct due diligence when visiting linked websites.
Your Rights
Under Australian Privacy Law (Privacy Act 1988), you have certain rights regarding your personal information:
- Right to Access: You may request access to the personal information we hold about you.
- Right to Correction: You may request that we correct any inaccurate or incomplete personal information.
- Right to Opt-Out: You may opt out of receiving marketing communications by following the unsubscribe instructions in our emails or by contacting us directly.
- Right to Complaint: If you believe we have breached your privacy rights, you may lodge a complaint with the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC).
If you are located in the European Union or United Kingdom, your rights are further protected under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). If you are in the United States, additional rights may apply under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and similar state privacy laws.
Data Retention
We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, comply with legal obligations, or resolve disputes. Analytics data is typically retained for up to 26 months, while affiliate tracking information is retained in accordance with our affiliate program agreements. You may request deletion of your personal information at any time by contacting us, subject to legal retention requirements.
Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at:
Email: [email protected]
We will respond to your inquiry within 30 days of receipt. If you are not satisfied with our response, you may lodge a formal complaint with the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner.