Affiliate Disclosure

Our Commitment to Transparency

At Barebones Computer Guide (barebones-computer-guide.com), operated by Lachlan Mercer, we believe that every reader deserves to know exactly how this website works and how it generates revenue. This Affiliate Disclosure page explains our relationship with online casino operators, how affiliate links function, and why that relationship never compromises the independence of our reviews and recommendations.

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

What Is an Affiliate Relationship?

Barebones Computer Guide participates in affiliate marketing programs with a number of online casino operators available to Australian players. This means that when you click a link on this website and subsequently sign up or deposit at a casino, Barebones Computer Guide may earn a commission or referral fee from that operator at no additional cost to you.

This is a standard and widely used method of monetising review and comparison websites. The commission comes from the operator, not from you. You will never pay more for a product or service as a result of clicking an affiliate link on this site.

How Affiliate Links Work

Affiliate links look and behave like ordinary hyperlinks. When you click one, a small tracking code embedded in the link identifies Barebones Computer Guide as the referring source. If you complete a qualifying action — such as registering an account or making a deposit — the operator records that referral and pays a commission accordingly.

Affiliate links do not install software or tracking cookies that follow you across the internet beyond the scope of the referral.
Not every link on this site is an affiliate link. Some links point to regulatory bodies, responsible gambling resources, and independent news sources with no commercial arrangement in place.
Affiliate arrangements are in place with selected Australian-facing online casino operators only.

Editorial Independence and Unbiased Reviews

The existence of an affiliate relationship does not influence the editorial content, star ratings, or recommendations published on Barebones Computer Guide. Lachlan Mercer evaluates every online casino independently, applying the same consistent methodology regardless of whether a commercial arrangement exists with that operator.

Casinos that perform poorly in testing will receive honest, critical reviews. Casinos that are not affiliated with this site can and do appear in recommended lists when they genuinely merit inclusion. No operator can pay to receive a positive review or a higher ranking.

Our Review Methodology

Every casino reviewed on Barebones Computer Guide is assessed by Lachlan Mercer using a structured, repeatable process that covers the following criteria:

Licensing and regulation: Verification of a valid gambling licence recognised for the Australian market.
Security and fairness: SSL encryption standards, RNG certification, and third-party auditing.
Bonus terms: Wagering requirements, maximum bet rules, and withdrawal conditions are read in full.
Game library and software providers: Breadth of content and quality of software partners.
Banking options: Deposit and withdrawal methods available to Australian players, processing times, and fee structures.
Customer support: Response times, availability, and quality of assistance tested directly.
Responsible gambling tools: Availability of deposit limits, self-exclusion, and links to support organisations.

FTC Compliance Notice

In accordance with the guidelines issued by the United States Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and equivalent consumer protection principles applied in Australia, Barebones Computer Guide discloses all material connections between this site and third-party operators. The affiliate commissions described on this page represent a material connection that readers are entitled to know about before acting on any recommendation.

Questions About This Disclosure

If you have any questions about how affiliate relationships work on this site, or if you would like to know whether a specific casino operator has an affiliate arrangement with Barebones Computer Guide, you are welcome to contact Lachlan Mercer directly through the contact page at barebones-computer-guide.com.

Last updated: 2026

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