Is Stake regulated in Australia?

Yes, Stake holds an Australian Financial Services Licence (AFSL) issued by ASIC, meeting strict standards for financial integrity, consumer protection, and anti-money laundering compliance.

What happens to my money if the platform becomes insolvent?

Client funds are held in segregated accounts separate from operational funds. SIPC protection covers up to USD $500,000 for US equities, and CHESS sponsorship protects ASX-listed holdings.

Does Stake offer two-factor authentication?

Yes, two-factor authentication (2FA) is available and strongly encouraged for all account holders to significantly reduce the risk of unauthorised access.

How does Stake protect my personal data?

Personal data is protected using TLS encryption, advanced server-side encryption, and the platform complies with the Australian Privacy Act 1988 and Notifiable Data Breaches Act 2017.

What should I do if I suspect my account has been compromised?

Change your password immediately, contact customer support, secure your email account, review your transaction history, and report to the ACSC if cybercrime is suspected.

Terms of Service

Last Updated: January 2026

Welcome to Basement Birds (basementbirds.com.au). These Terms of Service govern your use of our website and content. By accessing and using this website, you agree to be bound by these terms. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use this website.

Acceptance of Terms

By accessing basementbirds.com.au, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be legally bound by these Terms of Service. We reserve the right to modify these terms at any time. Your continued use of the website following any changes constitutes your acceptance of the new terms.

Site Purpose

Basement Birds is an informational and review website dedicated to providing content, reviews, and guides related to online gambling platforms, including Stake. We are NOT a gambling operator, casino, or wagering service provider. We do not offer gambling services, accept wagers, or facilitate any gambling transactions. Our website is designed solely to provide educational information, comparisons, and reviews to help users make informed decisions about online gambling platforms.

Age Restriction

You must be at least 18 years of age, or the minimum legal gambling age in your Australian state or territory (whichever is greater), to access and use this website. By using basementbirds.com.au, you represent and warrant that you meet these age requirements. We do not permit access to this website by any person under the legal gambling age in their jurisdiction.

Disclaimer

The information provided on basementbirds.com.au, including but not limited to casino reviews, guides, odds, bonuses, terms, and recommendations, is provided "as is" and without warranty of any kind. While we strive to ensure accuracy, we cannot guarantee that all information is current, complete, or error-free. Gambling platform features, bonus terms, licensing status, and regulations change frequently.

You are solely responsible for verifying all information directly with the relevant gambling operators before making any decisions or deposits. We are not liable for any inaccuracies, omissions, or outdated information on our website. Always review the official terms and conditions of any gambling platform directly before participating.

Affiliate Relationship

Basement Birds operates as an affiliate website. We earn commissions and other compensation when users click through our links and complete qualifying actions on recommended gambling platforms, including Stake. This creates a financial incentive that may influence the content and recommendations on our website. We disclose this relationship transparently, but you should be aware that our recommendations may not be impartial due to these affiliate arrangements.

Our affiliate relationships do not change your legal relationship with gambling operators. You enter into separate terms and conditions directly with those operators when you use their services.

Intellectual Property

All content on basementbirds.com.au, including text, graphics, logos, images, and software, is the property of Basement Birds or its content suppliers and is protected by Australian and international copyright laws. You may view and print content for personal, non-commercial use only. You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or transmit any content without our prior written permission. Unauthorized use of our intellectual property is prohibited.

Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by Australian law, Basement Birds shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of or inability to use this website or its content. This includes but is not limited to damages from gambling losses, financial harm, or decisions made based on information provided on our website.

Your use of this website and any information contained herein is at your own risk. We are not responsible for any gambling losses, account restrictions, disputes with operators, or other adverse outcomes resulting from your reliance on our content.

Governing Law

These Terms of Service are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Australia, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. You agree to submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Australia for any disputes arising from these terms or your use of basementbirds.com.au.

Changes to Terms

Basement Birds reserves the right to modify these Terms of Service at any time without notice. Changes become effective immediately upon posting to the website. We encourage you to review these terms regularly. Your continued use of the website after any modifications constitutes your acceptance of the updated terms.

Contact

If you have questions about these Terms of Service, or if you wish to contact us regarding this website, please email us at [email protected].