Privacy Policy

Last Updated: 2026

Absolute Rubbish ("we," "our," or "us") operates the absoluterubbish.co.nz website. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you visit our site.

Please note: This website contains links to online gambling operators. We are an affiliate website and do not operate gambling services ourselves. Gambling can be harmful. Please gamble responsibly and only with funds you can afford to lose. Visit www.gamblinghelp.org.nz for support.

Information We Collect

We collect the following types of information:

• Personal Information: Name, email address, and any other information you voluntarily provide through contact forms or subscriptions
• Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device information, and operating system
• Cookies: Information stored via cookies and similar tracking technologies
• Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on site, referral sources, and interaction patterns

How We Use Information

We use collected information for:

• Google Analytics and similar analytics services to understand site performance and user behaviour
• Affiliate tracking to monitor referrals to partner casinos and gambling operators
• Site improvement, personalization, and optimization
• Responding to your inquiries and communications
• Compliance with legal obligations

Cookie Policy

Our site uses the following types of cookies:

• Essential Cookies: Required for site functionality
• Analytics Cookies: Track user behaviour via Google Analytics and similar services
• Affiliate Cookies: Monitor referrals to partner operators for commission tracking
• Marketing Cookies: Used by third-party partners for advertising purposes

You may opt-out of non-essential cookies by adjusting your browser settings or using our cookie consent tool. Note that disabling cookies may affect site functionality.

Third-Party Links

Absolute Rubbish contains links to external websites, including online casinos and gambling operators. We are not responsible for their privacy practices or content. We strongly recommend reviewing their individual privacy policies before providing personal information. Third-party operators may collect data independently of our site.

Your Rights

Under New Zealand privacy law, you have the right to:

• Request access to your personal information
• Correct inaccurate data
• Request deletion of your information (subject to legal retention requirements)
• Opt-out of marketing communications
• Lodge a complaint with the Privacy Commissioner

If you are located in the EU/UK, GDPR rights apply. If in the US, state-specific privacy laws (such as CCPA in California) may apply. We will comply with applicable data protection legislation.

Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, or as required by law. Analytics and cookie data are typically retained for up to 26 months. You may request deletion at any time, subject to legal obligations.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your rights, please contact:

Absolute Rubbish
Email: privacy@absoluterubbish.co.nz
Website: absoluterubbish.co.nz

If you wish to lodge a complaint regarding our privacy practices, you may contact the Office of the Privacy Commissioner (New Zealand).