Privacy Policy
Last updated: March 2024
1. Introduction
DealsAustralia (“we”, “our”, “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information in compliance with the Australian Privacy Act 1988 and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs).
2. Information We Collect
Account Information
When you register, we collect your name, email address, and username.
Usage Data
We collect information about which deals you view and click on to improve our recommendations.
Cookies
We use essential cookies for authentication and analytics cookies to understand how users interact with our Platform.
3. How We Use Your Information
- To provide and maintain your account
- To send you deal alerts and newsletters (only if you opt in)
- To personalise deal recommendations
- To detect and prevent fraud and abuse
- To comply with our legal obligations
4. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell your personal information. We may share your data with:
- Service providers who assist in operating our Platform (e.g. email delivery, hosting)
- Analytics providers to understand Platform usage (anonymised data only)
- Law enforcement when required by law
5. Affiliate Links & Third Parties
When you click through to a retailer's website, you are subject to that retailer's privacy policy. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party websites.
6. Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures including encrypted data transmission (HTTPS), hashed passwords, and regular security audits. However, no method of internet transmission is 100% secure.
7. Your Rights
Under the Australian Privacy Act, you have the right to:
- Access the personal information we hold about you
- Request correction of inaccurate information
- Request deletion of your account and associated data
- Opt out of marketing communications at any time
To exercise these rights, email us at privacy@dealsaustralia.com.au
8. Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. If you delete your account, we will delete your personal data within 30 days, except where retention is required by law.
9. Complaints
If you believe we have breached the Australian Privacy Principles, you may lodge a complaint with the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) at oaic.gov.au
10. Contact Us
Privacy enquiries: privacy@dealsaustralia.com.au