Privacy Policy
Last Updated: January 2026
The Bolthole Pirates Bay ("we," "us," "our," or "Company") operates theboltholepiratesbay.com (the "Site"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website.
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 collect information in the following ways:
- Personal Information: When you voluntarily submit information such as your name, email address, and contact details through forms on our Site.
- IP Address: Your Internet Protocol (IP) address is automatically collected when you access our Site to identify your location and device.
- Cookies: We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to remember your preferences and track your browsing activity.
- Usage Data: Information about how you interact with the Site, including pages visited, time spent, links clicked, and referral sources.
- Device Information: Details about your device, including browser type, operating system, and device identifiers.
How We Use Information
We use collected information for the following purposes:
- Analytics and statistical analysis to understand Site traffic and user behavior
- Affiliate tracking and commission calculations for NRL betting partners
- Site improvement, functionality optimization, and user experience enhancement
- Marketing and promotional communications (with your consent where required)
- Fraud prevention and security purposes
- Compliance with legal obligations
Cookie Policy
Our Site uses cookies to enhance your experience. The types of cookies we use include:
- Essential Cookies: Necessary for Site functionality and security
- Analytics Cookies: Track user behavior and Site performance via services like Google Analytics
- Affiliate/Tracking Cookies: Monitor referrals and conversions for partner casinos and betting operators
- Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences
Opt-Out Options: You can disable cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent. Please note that disabling cookies may affect Site functionality.
Third-Party Links
Our Site contains links to external casinos, betting operators, and affiliate partners. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third-party websites. These partners maintain their own independent privacy policies, and we encourage you to review them before providing personal information or engaging with their services.
Any referrals or clicks to third-party sites are tracked for affiliate commission purposes only.
Your Rights
As an Australian user, you have rights under the Australian Privacy Act 1988 (Privacy Act). You may:
- Request access to the personal information we hold about you
- Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
- Lodge a complaint with the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) if you believe we have breached the Privacy Act
EU/UK Users: If you are located in the European Union or United Kingdom, your data is protected under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). You have the right to access, rectify, erase, and restrict processing of your data.
US Users: If you are located in California, you may have rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). If you are in other US states with applicable privacy laws, those regulations may also apply.
Data Retention
We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, unless a longer retention period is required by law. Typically:
- Personal contact information is retained for 2 years after last contact
- Analytics and usage data is retained for up to 24 months
- Cookie data is retained according to individual cookie expiration settings
- Affiliate transaction records are retained for 7 years for tax and compliance purposes
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, wish to exercise your privacy rights, or need to lodge a complaint, please contact us at:
Email: privacy@theboltholepiratesbay.com
We will respond to your inquiry within 30 days of receipt.
This Privacy Policy is effective as of January 2026 and may be updated at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date.