Introduction
Turning Point Australia (“we,” “our,” “us”) are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information when you visit our website at the current URL (the “Site”) or interact with our services.
By using our Site, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with this policy, please do not use our Site or provide us with your personal information.
Any disputes or claims made under this Privacy Policy must be made in the state of New South Wales, Australia and under Australian and NSW law.
Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
- Personal Information: Name, email address, contact details, address, and other identifying details you provide when registering an account, making inquiries, or using our tools on our website.
- Technical Information: IP address, browser type, device information, operating system, and browsing behaviour collected through cookies and similar technologies.
- Payee Information: Details about who is making a payment or transition, transaction reference number, and partial payment information only as far as necessary to identify the payment method to facilitate refunds and disputes.
- Donation Information: Name of donor, donor address, ABN, donation details, details of previous/other donations, enrolment details, other information necessary for compliance with electoral funding laws.
- Other Information: Any other information you voluntarily provide to us when using our tools and services on our website.
How We Use Your Information
We use your information for the following purposes:
- To provide and improve our campaigns, website, tools and services. This includes analyses on usage and demographics to better understand our userbase and provide more relevant campaigns and tools.
- To communicate with users, respond to inquiries, and provide information and updates that are requested.
- To enhance your experience on our website and tailor content to your interests.
- To comply with legal obligations, including electoral funding and disclosure laws.
- To protect our legal rights, proprietary rights, and interests.
- For promotional purposes, such as sending updates (with your consent where required).
Disclosure of Your Information
We may disclose your information to:
- Service Providers: Third-party vendors who have been engaged to develop, maintain, and provide part of our website or online tools, process requests, process payments, or deliver services.
- Legal Authorities: When required by law or to protect our rights, property, or safety.
- Partners: With your consent, we may share information with trusted partners for joint promotions or services.
We will not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for their marketing purposes without your explicit consent.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our Site uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience, analyse site traffic, and personalize content. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.
Data Security
We take reasonable steps that are in line with industry standards to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, misuse, or disclosure. However, no internet transmission is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security. By using our website or any of the tools hosted on it, you willingly waive any liability on us and our third-party service providers stemming from your data being potentially accessed or used by unauthorised parties, including but not limited to cyber-attacks, data breaches, and hacking.
Your Rights
Under the Australian Privacy Principles, you have the right to:
- Access and correct your personal information.
- Opt out of receiving marketing communications.
- Request the deletion of your personal information (subject to legal obligations).
To exercise these rights, please contact us using our Contact page.
International Transfers
If we transfer your information outside Australia, we will, as far as reasonably possible, ensure it is protected by appropriate safeguards, such as data processing agreements or equivalent measures.
Changes to this Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at our Contact page.