Last updated: June 2026 — Lachlan Mercer, Criticalcsed

Cookie Policy

Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how Criticalcsed (criticalcsed.org) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website. We are committed to transparency regarding our data practices and compliance with applicable privacy legislation, including the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the ePrivacy Directive principles.

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They enable websites to recognise your device, remember your preferences, and improve your browsing experience. Cookies can be stored for varying lengths of time, from a single browsing session to several years.

Types of Cookies Used on Criticalcsed.org

Criticalcsed uses the following categories of cookies:

Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for criticalcsed.org to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network communication, and authentication. Essential cookies cannot be disabled without affecting website performance.

Analytics Cookies

Criticalcsed uses analytics cookies to understand how visitors interact with our site. These cookies collect information about page visits, user behaviour, device type, and traffic sources. This data helps us improve content quality and user experience. We use industry-standard analytics providers for this purpose.

Preference Cookies

These cookies remember your settings and preferences on criticalcsed.org, including language selection, display preferences, and previously viewed content. Preference cookies enhance your personalised experience when returning to our website.

Affiliate Tracking Cookies

Criticalcsed participates in affiliate programmes related to PayID pokies and online casino services in Australia. Affiliate tracking cookies monitor referrals and help us receive appropriate compensation for recommendations. These cookies do not identify you personally.

Third-Party Cookies

Criticalcsed.org may contain links to third-party websites and services. Third-party cookies may be set by external partners, advertisers, and analytics providers. We do not control these third-party cookies, and you should review their respective privacy policies. Common third-party cookie providers include Google Analytics and affiliate networks.

Why We Use Cookies

Criticalcsed uses cookies to:

Managing and Disabling Cookies

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Below are instructions for major browsers:

Browser Instructions
Google Chrome Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data
Mozilla Firefox Preferences > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
Microsoft Edge Settings > Privacy, search, and services > Cookies and other site data
Apple Safari Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data

Please note that disabling cookies may affect your ability to access certain features on criticalcsed.org.

GDPR and ePrivacy Compliance

While Criticalcsed targets Australian users, we respect ePrivacy principles. We obtain consent before deploying non-essential cookies and provide clear information about our data practices. You may withdraw consent at any time through your browser settings.

Changes to This Policy

Criticalcsed reserves the right to update this Cookie Policy periodically. Changes will be published on criticalcsed.org with updated effective dates.

Contact Information

For questions regarding this Cookie Policy or our practices on criticalcsed.org, please contact:

Lachlan Mercer
Owner, Criticalcsed
Website: criticalcsed.org

Last Updated: 2026