Is it legal to play pokies online using PayID in Australia?

Online pokies operated by Australian companies are restricted under the Interactive Gambling Act 2001, but the law primarily targets operators, not individual players. Many Australians legally play on licensed offshore casino platforms, and using PayID to fund these accounts is a straightforward bank transfer that is not illegal for individual players.

How quickly do PayID deposits arrive at online casinos?

PayID deposits typically arrive in your casino account within seconds to a few minutes. The New Payments Platform processes transfers in real-time around the clock.

Are there fees for using PayID at online casinos?

In most cases, no. Australian banks generally don't charge customers for NPP-based PayID transfers, and reputable online casinos don't impose surcharges for this payment method.

Can I withdraw my winnings via PayID?

Currently, most Australian online casinos that accept PayID deposits process withdrawals via standard bank transfer rather than through PayID specifically. This means withdrawals typically take 1-5 business days to arrive in your bank account.

Which Australian banks support PayID for casino deposits?

The vast majority of Australian financial institutions support PayID through the New Payments Platform, including Commonwealth Bank, ANZ, NAB, Westpac, ING, Bendigo Bank, and dozens more.

Privacy Policy

Last Updated: January 2026

Hey Dreams Swim ("we," "us," "our," or "Company") operates the heyydreamswim.com website (the "Service"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, including all associated features, content, and services.

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

1. Information We Collect

We may collect information about you in a variety of ways. The information we may collect on the Service includes:

Personal Data: Name, email address, phone number, and other identifying information you voluntarily provide when contacting us or subscribing to our newsletter.
Technical Data: IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URLs, and pages visited.
Cookie Data: Information collected through cookies and similar tracking technologies (see Cookie Policy below).
Usage Data: Information about how you interact with our Service, including clicks, scroll depth, time spent on pages, and links followed.
Affiliate Tracking Data: Information necessary to track affiliate referrals and commissions from casino partners.

2. How We Use Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

To provide, maintain, and improve our Service and features.
To analyze website traffic, user behavior, and engagement through analytics services.
To track affiliate referrals and measure the performance of casino partner links.
To send you promotional materials, newsletters, and updates (with your consent).
To respond to your inquiries and provide customer support.
To detect, prevent, and address fraud, security issues, and technical problems.
To comply with legal obligations and enforce our Terms of Service.

3. Cookie Policy

Our Service uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience and gather usage data. We use the following types of cookies:

Essential Cookies: Required for basic website functionality and security.
Analytical Cookies: Track user behavior and website performance (e.g., Google Analytics).
Affiliate Tracking Cookies: Monitor clicks and referrals to our casino partners for commission purposes.
Marketing Cookies: Used for retargeting and personalized advertising.

Cookie Opt-Out: You may refuse or delete cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to control cookie preferences; however, blocking certain cookies may affect website functionality. You can also opt out of third-party analytics by visiting the relevant provider's opt-out page.

4. Third-Party Links

Our Service contains links to external casino operators, gambling platforms, and affiliate websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices, terms of service, or content of these third-party sites. We strongly encourage you to review the privacy policies of any casino or gambling site before providing personal information or engaging in gambling activities.

Any complaints or concerns regarding third-party partners should be directed to those organizations directly. We do not control their data collection, use, or disclosure practices.

5. Your Rights

As a resident of Australia, you have the following rights under the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and Australian Privacy Principles (APPs):

Right to access your personal information and request copies of data we hold about you.
Right to request correction or amendment of inaccurate or incomplete personal information.
Right to request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal obligations).
Right to lodge a complaint with the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) if you believe we have mishandled your data.
Right to withdraw consent for marketing communications at any time.

If you are accessing our Service from the European Union or United Kingdom, you may have additional rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). If you are in the United States, certain privacy rights may apply under state laws including the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA).

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law. Specifically:

Email addresses and contact information are retained while you remain subscribed to our newsletter.
Affiliate tracking data is retained for accounting and audit purposes (typically 7 years).
Analytics and usage data are typically retained for 12-36 months.
Cookie data is retained according to each cookie's expiration settings.

Upon request, we will delete your personal information unless we are required to retain it for legal or regulatory compliance purposes.

7. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at:

Email: privacy@heyydreamswim.com

We will respond to your inquiry within 30 days. If you are not satisfied with our response, you may lodge a complaint with the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) at www.oaic.gov.au or by phone at 1300 363 992.

Disclaimer: This Privacy Policy does not constitute legal advice. We strongly recommend consulting with a legal professional regarding your specific privacy concerns and rights.