Is it safe to play online poker in Australia for real money?

Yes, provided you choose a properly licensed operator with SSL encryption and certified RNGs. Verify licensing, read reviews and start with a small deposit.

Can I play online poker on my phone?

Absolutely. Most operators offer a dedicated mobile app or responsive web client that works smoothly on smartphones and tablets.

What is the best poker variant for beginners?

Texas Hold'em is the ideal starting point thanks to its simple rules, wide availability and abundance of free learning material.

How quickly can I withdraw my winnings?

E-wallets and cryptocurrency are usually fastest, often clearing within hours, while card and bank transfers can take a few business days.

Are online poker bonuses worth claiming?

They can be, but read the terms. For regular players a strong rakeback or loyalty scheme often beats a large one-off bonus.

Do I need to pay tax on poker winnings in Australia?

For most recreational players gambling winnings are not treated as taxable income. Professional players should consult a tax advisor.

Privacy Policy

Last Updated: January 2026

The Cameleers ("we," "us," "our," or "Company") operates thecameleers.com (the "Website"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our Website, including any other media form, media channel, mobile website, or mobile application related or connected thereto.

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

Information We Collect

We collect information in the following ways:

Personal Information: Name, email address, phone number, and other contact details you voluntarily provide when registering or contacting us.
Technical Information: Internet Protocol (IP) address, browser type and version, operating system, and device identifiers.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies, web beacons, pixels, and similar tracking technologies to monitor your activity on our Website.
Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on pages, links clicked, referring source, and other clickstream data.
Location Data: General geographic location based on IP address to comply with Australian gambling regulations.

How We Use Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

Conducting analytics to understand user behaviour and Website performance.
Affiliate tracking and commission calculations related to casino and poker operator referrals.
Improving, maintaining, and optimising the Website's functionality and user experience.
Sending promotional content, newsletters, and updates (where you have opted in).
Complying with Australian gambling laws and regulatory requirements.
Preventing fraud, abuse, and security violations.
Responding to your inquiries and providing customer support.

Cookie Policy

Our Website uses the following types of cookies:

Essential Cookies: Necessary for Website functionality and security.
Analytics Cookies: Used to track and analyse user behaviour and Website performance.
Affiliate Tracking Cookies: Used to track referrals and commission eligibility with partner casinos and poker operators.
Marketing Cookies: Used to deliver personalised content and measure campaign effectiveness.

Opt-Out Options: You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences. Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect Website functionality. You may also opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

Third-Party Links

Our Website contains links to third-party websites, including online casinos, poker operators, and affiliate partners. We are not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or policies of these external sites. We strongly encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party website before providing your personal information or engaging in any transactions.

When you click on affiliate links and register with partner operators, your information is subject to their respective privacy policies, not ours.

Your Rights

Under Australian privacy law, including the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs), you have the following rights:

Right of Access: You may request access to the personal information we hold about you.
Right of Correction: You may request that we correct inaccurate or incomplete personal information.
Right to Complain: You may 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 by clicking the unsubscribe link in our emails.

If you are located in the European Union or United Kingdom, you have additional rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), including rights to data portability and erasure.

If you are located in the United States, you may have rights under state-specific privacy laws such as the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA).

Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, or as required by Australian law. Typically, we retain:

Personal information for the duration of your engagement with us and for 7 years after for legal and compliance purposes.
Affiliate tracking and commission data for 7 years in accordance with tax and gambling regulations.
Analytics and usage data for 24 months.
Cookie data according to each cookie's expiration date (ranging from session-based to 2 years).

You may request deletion of your personal information, subject to legal retention obligations.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, wish to exercise your rights, or have privacy concerns, please contact us at:

Email: [email protected]
Website: thecameleers.com

We will respond to your inquiry within 30 days of receipt, in accordance with Australian privacy law.

This Privacy Policy is subject to change at our discretion. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on this Website with an updated "Last Updated" date.