Is it legal for Australians to play online pokies for real money?

Yes, Australian players can legally play at offshore online casinos. The Interactive Gambling Act 2001 restricts Australian-based operators but does not make it illegal for individual Australians to play at licensed offshore platforms.

What is RTP and why does it matter?

RTP stands for Return to Player - the theoretical percentage of wagered money a pokie pays back over time. The best online pokies typically have RTPs above 95%.

Are online pokies rigged against Australian players?

Reputable online pokies on licensed platforms use certified RNG technology audited by independent agencies like eCOGRA, iTech Labs, or GLI, ensuring fair outcomes.

Privacy Policy

Last Updated: January 2026

Cafenome ("we," "us," "our," or "Company") operates the cafenome.com website. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, including all related pages, subdomains, and mobile applications (collectively, the "Site").

Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our Site. By accessing and using cafenome.com, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by all the provisions of this Privacy Policy.

Information We Collect

We may collect information about you in a variety of ways. The information we may collect on the Site includes:

Personal Data: Name, email address, phone number, and other contact details you voluntarily provide when contacting us or signing up for newsletters.
Technical Data: IP address, browser type, operating system, pages visited, time spent on pages, and referral sources.
Usage Data: Information about how you interact with our Site, including clicks, searches, and content preferences.
Cookies: Data collected through cookies, web beacons, and similar tracking technologies (see Cookie Policy below).
Affiliate Data: Affiliate IDs, tracking parameters, and click-through information for affiliate marketing purposes.

How We Use Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

To improve and optimize the Site's functionality and user experience.
To conduct analytics and understand how users interact with our content.
To track affiliate conversions and manage affiliate marketing campaigns.
To send promotional emails and newsletters (if you have opted in).
To respond to inquiries, comments, and customer service requests.
To comply with legal obligations and enforce our Terms of Service.
To detect and prevent fraudulent activity or security threats.
To deliver targeted advertising and personalized content.

Cookie Policy

Our Site uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies are small data files stored on your device that help us remember your preferences and track your activity.

Types of Cookies We Use:

Essential Cookies: Required for Site functionality, security, and basic operations.
Analytics Cookies: Used to understand how visitors use our Site (e.g., Google Analytics).
Affiliate Tracking Cookies: Used to track affiliate links and commission-eligible conversions.
Marketing Cookies: Used for targeted advertising and remarketing purposes.
Third-Party Cookies: Set by third-party partners and service providers.

Cookie Opt-Out: You can control cookie preferences 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. You can also opt out of Google Analytics tracking by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

Third-Party Links

Our Site contains links to third-party websites, including online casinos, gambling platforms, and affiliate partners. We are not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or policies of these external sites. This Privacy Policy applies only to cafenome.com.

Important Disclaimer: When you click on links to third-party websites (such as online pokies casinos), you leave our Site and enter their domain. We strongly recommend reviewing their privacy policies and terms of service before engaging with their platforms. Your interactions with these third parties are governed by their own privacy policies, not ours.

We do not control, endorse, or assume liability for third-party content, services, or privacy practices. Your use of third-party sites is at your own risk.

Your Rights

As an Australian user, you have rights under the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs):

Right to Access: You may request access to the 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 deletion of your personal information, subject to legal retention obligations.
Right to Privacy: You have the right to lodge a complaint with the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) if you believe we have breached the Privacy Act.
Right to Opt-Out: You may unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time via the unsubscribe link in our emails.

If you are accessing our Site from the European Union or United Kingdom, additional rights may apply under GDPR. If you are in the United States, CCPA rights may apply. Please contact us to discuss your jurisdiction-specific rights.

Data Retention

We retain personal data for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law. Generally:

Personal contact information is retained for as long as you maintain an active relationship with us or for 3 years after your last interaction, whichever is longer.
Analytics and usage data are typically retained for 12-24 months.
Cookies are retained according to their type; some expire at the end of your session, while others may persist for up to 2 years.
We retain data longer if required by Australian law, including the Tax Laws and Australian Consumer Law.

You may request deletion of your data at any time, subject to legal retention obligations.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, wish to exercise your privacy rights, or need to report a privacy concern, please contact us:

Email: privacy@cafenome.com
Website: cafenome.com
Jurisdiction: Australia

We will respond to privacy requests within 30 days or as required by law. If you are dissatisfied with our response, you may lodge a complaint with the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) at www.oaic.gov.au.

Responsible Gambling Notice: This website provides information about online pokies and gambling services. Gambling involves financial risk. If you or someone you know is struggling with gambling, please seek help from Gambling Help Online (1800 858 858) or Lifeline Australia (13 11 14).