Privacy Policy

Last updated: June 2026

John Purcell Out of the Woods ("we", "us", "our") operates the website johnpurcelloutofthewoods.com, a free social casino platform for entertainment purposes. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect information when you visit our website. We are committed to handling your data responsibly and in accordance with applicable privacy laws, including the New Zealand Privacy Act 2020.

Information We Collect

Our social casino is designed to minimise data collection. We do not require account registration, and we do not process real-money transactions. The types of information we may collect include:

  • Automatically collected data: When you visit johnpurcelloutofthewoods.com, our servers and analytics tools may automatically record standard log information such as your IP address, browser type and version, operating system, referring URL, pages viewed, and the date and time of your visit. This data is collected in aggregate form and is used to maintain and improve our website performance.
  • Local storage data: We use your browser's localStorage and sessionStorage to store preferences such as cookie consent status (key: "cookie_consent") and age verification confirmation (key: "age_verified"). This data remains on your device and is not transmitted to our servers.
  • Contact form data: If you choose to contact us via our contact form, we collect the information you voluntarily provide, including your name, email address, subject, and message content. This information is used solely to respond to your enquiry.
  • Game data: Virtual Acorn balances and game states are stored in your browser's memory during your session. Acorn balances reset to 1,000 on page refresh and are not persisted on our servers.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information described above for the following purposes:

  • To provide and maintain our social casino entertainment services;
  • To remember your cookie consent and age verification preferences;
  • To respond to contact form submissions and customer support enquiries;
  • To analyse website usage patterns and improve user experience;
  • To detect and prevent technical issues, abuse, or security threats;
  • To comply with legal obligations and enforce our Terms of Use.

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes. We do not use your data for real-money gambling purposes, as our platform is a social casino that does not involve real-money wagering.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar browser storage technologies as described in our Cookie Policy. Essential cookies and localStorage entries are required for basic site functionality, including age verification and cookie consent management. We do not use third-party advertising cookies on our social casino platform.

Data Storage and Retention

Contact form submissions, if received, are retained for as long as necessary to address your enquiry and for a reasonable period thereafter for record-keeping purposes, typically no longer than 24 months. Server log data is retained in aggregate form for up to 12 months. LocalStorage and sessionStorage data remains on your device until you clear your browser data or until the stored items expire.

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect the limited data we process. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Your Rights

Under the New Zealand Privacy Act 2020 and other applicable laws, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:

  • The right to access personal information we hold about you;
  • The right to request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information;
  • The right to request deletion of your personal information, subject to legal retention requirements;
  • The right to withdraw consent for non-essential data processing;
  • The right to lodge a complaint with the Office of the Privacy Commissioner (New Zealand) at privacy.org.nz.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details below. We will respond to your request within a reasonable timeframe.

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to external resources such as GambleAware, GamCare, and the New Zealand Gambling Helpline. These third-party websites have their own privacy policies, and we are not responsible for their practices. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any external sites you visit.

Children's Privacy

Our social casino is intended exclusively for users aged 18 and over. We do not knowingly collect personal information from anyone under the age of 18. If we become aware that we have collected data from a minor, we will take steps to delete that information promptly.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable law. When we make material changes, we will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us: