Affiliate Disclosure

Last updated: 2026 | Website: patdecaro.com | Owner: Lachlan McGregor

Our Commitment to Transparency

At Patdecaro (patdecaro.com), honesty and transparency are the foundation of everything we publish. This page exists to clearly explain the commercial relationships that exist between Patdecaro and the online casino and pokies operators we review and recommend to Australian players.

Please read this disclosure carefully before using any links or recommendations found on this website.

What Is an Affiliate Relationship?

Some of the links on patdecaro.com are affiliate links. This means that if you click on one of these links and subsequently sign up for an account or make a deposit at an online casino or pokies site, Patdecaro may receive a commission or referral payment from that operator at no additional cost to you.

This is a standard and widely used commercial arrangement in the online gaming industry. Affiliate commissions are how many independent review websites fund their operations, allowing them to continue providing free, detailed content to users.

How Affiliate Links Work

When you click a link on Patdecaro that leads to an online casino or pokies operator, that link typically contains a unique tracking code. This code allows the operator to identify that you arrived via patdecaro.com. If you complete a qualifying action — such as registering an account or making a real-money deposit — Patdecaro may earn a commission based on the agreement in place with that specific operator.

You pay nothing extra by using an affiliate link
Any bonuses or promotions advertised are not affected by your use of an affiliate link
Your personal data is handled directly by the operator you sign up with, in accordance with their own privacy policy
Not every link on this site is an affiliate link — some operators are mentioned purely for informational purposes

Does This Affect Our Reviews and Recommendations?

No. Affiliate relationships do not influence the content, scores, or recommendations published on Patdecaro.

All reviews and ratings on this website are written and overseen by Lachlan McGregor, who applies a consistent, independent methodology to every site assessed. The existence of an affiliate agreement with an operator does not result in inflated scores, suppressed criticisms, or biased recommendations. Sites that fail to meet acceptable standards are rated accordingly, regardless of any commercial arrangement.

Our Review Methodology

Lachlan McGregor brings extensive knowledge of the Australian online pokies market to every review published on patdecaro.com. Each online casino or pokies site is evaluated against a defined set of criteria, including:

Licensing and regulatory compliance — whether the operator holds a legitimate licence from a recognised authority
Game library quality — the range, variety, and software quality of pokies and casino games available to Australian players
Bonuses and promotions — assessed for genuine value, fair wagering requirements, and transparent terms
Banking options — availability of payment methods suitable for Australian players, including deposit and withdrawal speeds
Customer support — responsiveness, availability, and quality of support channels
Mobile compatibility — performance and usability on smartphones and tablets
Responsible gambling tools — availability of deposit limits, self-exclusion, and support resources

Ratings are assigned objectively based on evidence gathered during the review process. No operator can purchase a positive review or a higher rating on Patdecaro.

FTC Compliance and Australian Consumer Law

In accordance with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) guidelines on endorsements and testimonials, and consistent with Australian consumer transparency expectations, Patdecaro is required to disclose material connections with any third parties whose products or services are recommended on this site. This page, along with disclosure notices placed throughout the website, fulfils that obligation.

Questions About This Disclosure

If you have any questions about our affiliate relationships, review process, or editorial policies, you are welcome to contact Lachlan McGregor directly through the contact page at patdecaro.com. We are committed to answering questions honestly and promptly.

Patdecaro is committed to providing Australian players with reliable, expert-reviewed information about online pokies. Our affiliate partnerships help us maintain this resource — but they never come before our readers' trust.

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