Privacy Policy
Oblique Strategy Pty Ltd ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and manage your personal information in accordance with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs). This policy applies to all personal information collected through our website [insert website URL] ("Website").
By using our website, you consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of your personal information as described in this Privacy Policy.
1. What is Personal Information?
"Personal information" means information or an opinion about an identified individual, or an individual who is reasonably identifiable, whether the information is true or not and whether it is recorded in a material form or not. This may include your name, email address, phone number, or other details that identify you.
2. Types of Personal Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of personal information when you interact with our website:
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Identity and Contact Details: Name, email address, phone number, and postal address.
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Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device information, and usage data (e.g., pages visited, time spent on the Website).
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User-Provided Information: Information you submit via forms, comments, or account registration (if applicable).
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Cookies and Tracking Data: Information collected through cookies or similar technologies to improve your experience (see Section 8 for details).
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Sensitive Information: In some cases, we may collect sensitive information (e.g., health data) if you provide it voluntarily and it is necessary for our services. We will only collect this with your explicit consent.
If you choose not to provide certain information, we may not be able to provide you with full access to our services or respond to your inquiries.
3. How We Collect Personal Information
We collect personal information in the following ways:
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Directly from You: When you fill out forms, sign up for newsletters, create an account, or contact us via the Website.
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Automatically: Through cookies, analytics tools, and server logs as you browse our Website.
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From Third Parties: We may receive information from third-party services (e.g., payment processors or social media platforms) if you link them to our website or use them to interact with us.
We will only collect personal information by lawful and fair means and, where possible, directly from you.
4. Purposes for Collecting, Holding, and Using Personal Information
We collect and use your personal information for the following purposes:
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To provide and improve our website and services.
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To respond to your inquiries or requests.
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To process transactions or registrations (if applicable).
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To send you marketing communications (e.g., newsletters), where you have opted in.
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To analyse Website usage and enhance user experience.
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To comply with legal obligations or protect our legal rights.
We will only use your personal information for the primary purpose it was collected or a related secondary purpose you would reasonably expect, unless we obtain your consent or are required by law to do otherwise.
5. How We Disclose Personal Information
We may disclose your personal information to:
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Service Providers: Third parties who assist us in operating the Website (e.g., hosting providers, payment processors, or analytics services).
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Business Partners: If necessary to fulfill a service or transaction you have requested.
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Legal Authorities: Where required by law, court order, or to protect the rights, property, or safety of us, our users, or others.
Overseas Disclosure
Some of our service providers may be located outside Australia, such as United States, if applicable]. When we disclose personal information overseas, we take reasonable steps to ensure recipients comply with the APPs or are subject to similar privacy protections. You acknowledge that overseas recipients may not be bound by the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth), and we are not responsible for their actions if they breach Australian privacy laws.
6. How We Store and Secure Your Information
We take reasonable steps to protect your personal information from misuse, interference, loss, unauthorized access, modification, or disclosure. These steps include:
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Storing data on secure servers with encryption where appropriate.
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Limiting access to personal information to authorized personnel only.
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Regularly reviewing our security measures.
We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law. When no longer needed, we will securely destroy or de-identify it.
7. Accessing and Correcting Your Personal Information
Under the APPs, you have the right to:
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Access: Request access to the personal information we hold about you.
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Correction: Request correction of any inaccurate, incomplete, or out-of-date information.
To make a request, please contact our Privacy Officer (details below). We will respond within a reasonable time and provide access unless an exception under the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) applies. There is no charge for making a request, but we may charge a reasonable fee for providing access.
8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience, analyse usage, and deliver personalized content. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may limit some Website functionality.
For more details, please refer to our [Cookie Policy, if applicable].
9. How to Make a Complaint
If you believe we have breached your privacy or mishandled your personal information, you may lodge a complaint with us by contacting our Privacy Officer (details below). We will:
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Acknowledge your complaint within [e.g., 7 days].
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Investigate and respond within a reasonable timeframe (usually within 30 days).
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Take steps to resolve the issue if a breach is found.
If you are unsatisfied with our response, you may escalate your complaint to the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC):
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Website: www.oaic.gov.au
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Phone: 1300 363 992
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Email: enquiries@oaic.gov.au
10. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. The updated version will be posted on our website with a revised "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
11. Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact our Privacy Officer:
Privacy Officer
Oblique Strategy
info@ ObliqueStrategy.com.au