Effective Date: 10 October, 2024
Last Updated: 10 October, 2024

We value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and share your personal information when you use our classified website, in accordance with Australian privacy laws, including the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs).

By using our website, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy. Please read this policy carefully to understand how we handle your information.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of personal information from you:

• Personal Identification Information: Name, email address, phone number, and other contact details.
• Transaction Data: Records of services purchased, prices, and other details related to transactions on our platform.
• Technical Data: Your IP address, browser type, operating system, and usage data such as how you interact with our website.
• Location Data: If enabled, we may collect geolocation data to improve the functionality of the site.
• Content Information: Information you post in your classified ads, including photos, descriptions, and other user-generated content.

We only collect personal information when it is necessary for us to provide our services or when you voluntarily provide it.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• Account Creation and Management: To help you register and manage your user account.
• Service Provision: To facilitate and process transactions, post classified ads, and provide customer support.
• Personalization: To tailor the content and advertising you see on our website based on your preferences.
• Communication: To send you important updates, promotional materials, or respond to your inquiries.
• Analytics and Improvement: To analyse website usage and improve our website’s functionality, user experience, and service offerings.
• Legal Obligations: To comply with Australian laws and regulations, respond to lawful requests, or enforce our policies.

3. How We Share Your Information

We respect your privacy and will not share your personal information with third parties except under the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: We may share your information with third-party service providers who help us operate our website or provide services to you (e.g., payment processors, hosting providers).
• Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required by law or in response to legal proceedings.
• Business Transfers: If we are involved in a merger, acquisition, or asset sale, your personal information may be transferred as part of that transaction.
• User-Generated Content: Information you post publicly in classified ads, including personal contact information, may be visible to other users.

We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to collect information about your interaction with our website, which helps us improve user experience and deliver relevant content and advertisements. Cookies help us:

• Recognize you when you return to our website
• Store your preferences
• Analyse site traffic and usage trends

You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. However, some features of our website may not function properly without cookies.

5. Data Security

We take reasonable precautions to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse. We implement security measures such as:

• Secure Socket Layer (SSL) encryption to protect sensitive data during transmission.
• Regular security audits and updates to our systems.
• Restricted access to personal information to authorized personnel only.

Despite our efforts, no data transmission over the internet is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your information.

6. Your Rights

Under Australian privacy law, you have certain rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: You can request access to the personal information we hold about you.
• Correction: You may request that we correct any inaccurate or outdated information.
• Deletion: In certain circumstances, you can request that we delete your personal information.
• Withdrawal of Consent: You can withdraw your consent to our use of your personal information at any time, where our processing is based on consent.
• Complaints: If you have concerns about how we handle your information, you can lodge a complaint with us or contact the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC).

To exercise these rights, please contact us at [email protected].

7. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these websites, and this Privacy Policy does not apply to them. We encourage you to read the privacy policies of any third-party site you visit.

8. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal obligations. Any changes will be posted on this page with the updated “Effective Date.” We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we handle your information.

9. Contact Us

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

Email: [email protected]
Phone: 0414 305 905
Address: PO Box 2353, Hawthorn VIC 3122

By using our website, you agree to this Privacy Policy and our Terms of Use.