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Website Terms and Conditions of Use
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You may print off one copy, and may download extracts, of any page(s) from our Site for your personal use and you may draw the attention of others to content posted on our Site.
You must not modify the paper or digital copies of any materials you have printed off or downloaded in any way, and you must not use any illustrations, photographs, video or audio sequences or any graphics separately from any accompanying text.
Our status (and that of any identified contributors) as the authors of content on our Site must always be acknowledged.
You must not use any part of the content on our Site for commercial purposes without obtaining a licence to do so from us or our licensors.
If you print off, copy or download any part of our Site in breach of these terms of use, your right to use our Site will cease immediately and you must, at our option, return or destroy any copies of the materials you have made.
If we provide social media features such as the ability to share content, you may take such actions as are enabled by such features.
You must not delete or alter any copyright, trademark or other proprietary rights notices from copies of materials from this Site.
This Site is provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis, and we make no representations or warranties, express or implied, regarding the operation or availability of the Site.
The content on our Site is provided for general information only. It is not intended to amount to advice on which you should rely.
Although we make reasonable efforts to update the information on our Site, we make no representations, warranties or guarantees, whether express or implied, that the content on our Site is accurate, complete or up-to-date.
Privacy Policy - www.socialsectorconsulting.com.au
Type of website: Consulting Services
Effective date: 5th day of March, 2024
www.socialsectorconsulting.com.au (the "Site") is owned and operated by Social Sector Consulting. Social Sector Consulting can be contacted at: solutions@socialsectorconsulting.com.au
Purpose
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and store personal data when you use our website (“Site”). It also outlines your rights in relation to your data and how you can contact us regarding privacy-related matters.
This Privacy Policy applies in addition to the Terms and Conditions of our Site.
Consent
By using our Site, you consent to:
The terms outlined in this Privacy Policy; and
The collection, use, and retention of your personal data as described herein.
Personal Data We Collect
Data Collected Automatically
We may collect certain data automatically when you visit our Site, including:
IP address;
Browser type and version;
Device type and operating system;
Pages you visit and time spent on our Site; and
Referring URL.
This data is collected using tools such as Google Analytics to improve user experience and website functionality.
Data Collected Directly
We may collect the following personal data when you perform specific actions on our Site:
First and last name;
Email address; and
Phone number.
How We Collect Data:
When you fill out the "Contact Us" form;
When you subscribe to our email newsletter; and
Through direct communication initiated by you.
How We Use Personal Data
We will only use your personal data for the purposes specified in this Privacy Policy or as outlined at the time of collection. Your data may be used for:
Responding to inquiries or providing requested information;
Contacting you about services, news, and events;
Assessing organisations for Social Sector Community discounted or free consulting services;
Arranging meetings or preparing proposals; and
Improving our website functionality and user experience.
Disclosure of Personal Data
Within Our Organisation
We may share personal data with team members who require access to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy.
Third Parties
We may share data with the following third-party service providers:
Squarespace: For website hosting and functionality.
Google Analytics: For analysing website usage and improving user experience.
These third parties will only access personal data as necessary to provide their services and in compliance with their privacy policies.
Other Disclosures
We will not sell or share your personal data except under the following circumstances:
When required by law or legal proceedings;
To protect our legal rights; or
During a business transfer, such as a sale or merger.
Data Retention
We will retain personal data only for as long as it is necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, unless a longer retention period is required by law. You will be notified if your data is stored for a longer period.
Data Security
We take reasonable steps to protect your personal data, including:
Restricting access to data to our Managing Directors;
Using secure platforms like Squarespace and Google Analytics; and
De-identifying data where possible.
However, no method of data transmission or storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your data, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.
Children’s Privacy
Our Site is not intended for users under 16 years of age, and we do not knowingly collect data from children. If we become aware that personal data of a child under 16 has been collected, it will be deleted promptly. Parents or guardians may contact us to request the removal of such data.
Your Rights Under Australian Privacy Principles
Under the Australian Privacy Principles, you have the right to:
Access your personal data;
Request corrections to inaccurate or incomplete data;
Withdraw your consent to data collection, use, or disclosure; and
Lodge a complaint if you believe your data has been mishandled.
To exercise these rights, please contact our Privacy Officer using the details below.
How to Opt-Out
You may opt-out of data collection and communications by:
Not filling out contact forms or subscribing to our newsletter;
Requesting that we delete your personal data by contacting our Privacy Officer.
Our Site remains fully functional without requiring you to provide personal data unless you voluntarily do so.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Updates will be posted on this page, and the "Effective Date" will be revised accordingly. For significant changes, we may notify users via email.
Contact Information
If you have any questions, concerns, or complaints regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact:
Natalie Polkinghorne
Privacy Officer
Email: solutions@socialsectorconsulting.com.au
Location: Zilzie, Queensland, Australia