Terms of Use and Privacy Policy

1. Terms of Use of the Website & Definitions

These Terms of Use (“Terms”) govern your use of the website dedicated to the “Thunder Empire” game (“Website”). By accessing the Website, you agree to comply with these Terms. In these Terms, the terms “We”, “Us”, and “Our” refer to the operators of the Website, while “User” or “You” refers to any individual accessing the Website. “Data” refers to any information that may be collected from Users. “Cookies” are small text files placed on your device to enhance your experience on the Website. “Data Protection Laws” refer to applicable laws governing the collection and processing of personal data, including the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and any other relevant legislation in Australia.

2. General Terms

The Website serves as an independent informational platform providing guidance and insights about the “Thunder Empire” pokies by Aristocrat Gaming. We are not an online gambling provider, nor do we operate any gambling services. All information provided on the Website is for informational purposes only and should not be interpreted as gambling advice. We strive for accuracy but do not guarantee the completeness or reliability of any information presented. The Website may contain links to third-party websites; we are not responsible for the content, privacy policies, or practices of these websites.

3. Age Restrictions

Access to the Website is restricted to individuals who are at least 18 years of age or the legal age for gambling in Australia. By using the Website, you confirm that you meet this age requirement. We reserve the right to request proof of age and to suspend or terminate access to the Website for individuals who do not meet the age requirement.

4. Intellectual Property

All content, logos, trademarks, and other intellectual property related to “Thunder Empire” are owned by their respective operators and are protected by applicable intellectual property laws. The Website does not claim any ownership rights over such trademarks. Any use of these trademarks is done under nominative fair use principles to promote discussion and information about the game.

5. Forum Rules

Users participating in any forums or comments sections of the Website must adhere to the following rules: - Abusive or threatening language is strictly prohibited. - Vulgarity, hate speech, and harassment will not be tolerated. - Spamming, promotional content, or unsolicited advertisements are not allowed. - Users are expected to engage in discussions respectfully. - Violation of these rules may result in account termination and removal of content.

6. Dispute Mediation Service

We provide a free-of-charge dispute management service designed to assist Users in resolving complaints against gambling operators. Users may submit their complaints through the designated channels on our Website. We will facilitate communication between Users and operators to seek a resolution.

7. Guarantees

Users who register via our affiliate links may be eligible for a player payment guarantee, which provides coverage up to a financial cap of 10,000 EUR or its equivalent. This guarantee is granted at our sole discretion and may be subject to terms and conditions which will be communicated at the time of registration.

8. Privacy Protection Policy

We are committed to protecting your privacy. The data controller for the information collected through this Website is us. We may collect personal data, including but not limited to contact information such as email addresses, and automatically collected data such as IP addresses and browser types. This data is used for legitimate interests, including analytics and improving user experience. We retain personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined. We implement appropriate security measures to protect your data. Users have the following rights regarding their data: - The right to access their personal data. - The right to correct any inaccuracies. - The right to request the erasure of their data. - The right to restrict processing of their data. - The right to data portability. - The right to object to data processing activities.

In the event of a change of business ownership, User data may be transferred to the new owners in accordance with applicable data protection laws. We comply with the EU Cookie Law and local regulations regarding the use of cookies. Users are advised to review our Cookie Policy, which provides detailed information about the types of cookies we use and how you can manage your cookie preferences.

10. Final Provisions

In case of any discrepancies between translations of these Terms, the English version shall prevail. We reserve the right to modify these Terms without prior notice. It is the responsibility of Users to periodically review these Terms for any changes. Continued use of the Website signifies acceptance of any updated Terms.