Privacy Policy
Last Updated: January 2026
Holly's Sugar Cookies ("we," "us," "our," or "Company") operates the hollyssugarcookies.net 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").
Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By accessing and using hollyssugarcookies.net, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by all the provisions of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our Website.
Information We Collect
We collect information in the following ways:
- Personal Information: When you interact with our Website, we may collect your name, email address, and other contact details you voluntarily provide through forms or inquiries.
- Technical Information: We automatically collect your Internet Protocol (IP) address, device type, browser type, referring/exit pages, and operating system.
- Cookie Data: We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to collect information about your browsing activity and preferences on our Website.
- Usage Data: We collect information about how you interact with our Website, including pages visited, time spent on pages, links clicked, and content viewed.
How We Use Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- Analytics: To analyze Website traffic, user behavior, and engagement patterns to understand how visitors use our site.
- Affiliate Tracking: To track affiliate commissions, referrals, and conversions related to casino and gambling partner promotions.
- Site Improvement: To enhance Website functionality, user experience, and content quality based on user feedback and behavior data.
- Marketing Communications: To send you promotional content, newsletters, and updates (only with your consent).
- Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws, regulations, and legal obligations.
Cookie Policy
Our Website uses the following types of cookies:
- Essential Cookies: Required for Website functionality and security.
- Analytics Cookies: Track user behavior and Website performance data.
- Affiliate Tracking Cookies: Monitor referrals and conversions for casino and gambling partner programs.
- Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences.
You can control and opt-out of cookies 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. Third-party partners may also place cookies on your device; please refer to their privacy policies for opt-out options.
Third-Party Links
Our Website contains links to third-party websites, including casino operators, gambling affiliates, and other promotional partners. We are not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or data handling of these external websites. Each third-party site has its own privacy policy, and we strongly encourage you to review their terms before providing any personal information.
We do not control or endorse the privacy practices of linked casino operators or affiliate partners. Your use of their services is subject to their respective privacy policies and terms of service.
Your Rights
Under Australian privacy law and applicable regulations, you have the following rights:
- Right of Access: You may request access to personal information we hold about you.
- Right to Correction: You may request that we correct inaccurate or incomplete personal information.
- Right to Deletion: You may request the deletion of your personal information, subject to legal obligations.
- Right to Opt-Out: You may opt-out of marketing communications at any time.
- Right to Complaint: You have the right to lodge a complaint with the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) if you believe we have breached your privacy rights.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details provided below.
Data Retention
We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, including to satisfy legal, accounting, or reporting requirements. Retention periods vary depending on the context of the processing and our legal obligations.
Analytics data and cookies are typically retained for up to 24 months. Affiliate tracking data is retained for the duration of the affiliate program and any associated commission periods, plus any required regulatory retention periods.
When information is no longer required, we will securely delete or anonymize it, unless we are required by law to retain it for longer.
Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at:
Email: privacy@hollyssugarcookies.net
Website: hollyssugarcookies.net
We will respond to legitimate requests 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.
This Privacy Policy may be updated from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. We will notify you of any material changes by updating the "Last Updated" date above.