Last updated: June 2026 — Lachlan Mercer, Aromaticessentials

Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 1 January 2026

Website: aromaticessentials.com.au

Responsible Person: Lachlan Mercer

This Privacy Policy explains how aromaticessentials.com.au collects, uses, stores, and protects the personal information of visitors to our website. By accessing or using aromaticessentials.com.au, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to the terms outlined in this policy. If you do not agree with any part of this policy, please discontinue use of our website immediately.

1. About This Website

aromaticessentials.com.au is an independent review and information platform operated by Lachlan Mercer, providing Australian users with reviews, comparisons, and guidance related to PayID pokies and online casino services available in Australia. This website does not operate as a gambling operator, process financial transactions on behalf of users, or hold gambling licences.

2. Information We Collect

aromaticessentials.com.au may collect the following categories of information when you visit or interact with our website:

Automatically Collected Data: IP addresses, browser type, operating system, referring URLs, pages visited, time spent on pages, and device identifiers collected through standard server logs and analytics tools.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies: Small data files stored on your device that help us understand user behaviour and improve website functionality.
Voluntarily Submitted Information: Any information you choose to submit via contact forms, feedback submissions, or email correspondence, including your name and email address.

aromaticessentials.com.au does not intentionally collect sensitive personal information such as financial details, payment card numbers, or government identification documents.

3. How We Use Your Information

Information collected by aromaticessentials.com.au is used for the following purposes:

To operate, maintain, and improve the functionality of aromaticessentials.com.au
To analyse website traffic and user engagement patterns using analytics tools
To respond to enquiries or correspondence submitted directly to us
To ensure compliance with applicable Australian laws and regulations
To detect, investigate, and prevent fraudulent or harmful activity

4. Cookies and Tracking

aromaticessentials.com.au uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience. These may include first-party cookies for site functionality and third-party cookies placed by analytics providers. You may configure your browser settings to refuse or delete cookies at any time; however, doing so may affect certain features of the website. By continuing to use aromaticessentials.com.au without adjusting your cookie settings, you consent to the placement of cookies on your device.

5. Third-Party Links and Services

aromaticessentials.com.au contains links to third-party websites, including online casinos, gaming operators, and affiliate partners. These external websites operate under their own independent privacy policies. aromaticessentials.com.au is not responsible for the privacy practices, data handling procedures, or content of any third-party websites. We strongly encourage users to review the privacy policy of any external site before providing personal information.

6. Analytics

We use third-party analytics services, which may include Google Analytics or similar platforms, to collect aggregated, anonymised data about how visitors interact with aromaticessentials.com.au. This data assists us in understanding site performance and improving the user experience. Analytics providers may set their own cookies and operate according to their own privacy policies.

7. Your 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 information
Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data where applicable
Right to Restrict Processing: Request that we limit how we use your data
Right to Object: Object to certain types of data processing
CCPA Rights: California residents may request disclosure or deletion of personal data under the California Consumer Privacy Act

Australian users also retain rights under the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs).

8. Data Retention and Security

aromaticessentials.com.au retains personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes described in this policy or as required by law. We implement reasonable technical and organisational security measures to protect personal data against unauthorised access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no method of internet transmission is entirely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

9. Children's Privacy

aromaticessentials.com.au is intended exclusively for users aged 18 years and older. We do not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under the age of 18. If you believe a minor has submitted personal information through our website, please contact us immediately so that appropriate action can be taken.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

Lachlan Mercer 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 aromaticessentials.com.au following any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy. We encourage you to review this page periodically.

11. Contact Information

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or the handling of your personal information, please contact the responsible person directly:

Responsible Person: Lachlan Mercer
Website: aromaticessentials.com.au
Jurisdiction: Australia

Lachlan Mercer is committed to addressing all privacy-related enquiries in a timely and transparent manner in accordance with applicable Australian privacy legislation.