Privacy Policy for Geraldton Now

Effective Date: 21/10/2024

At Geraldton Now, we are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information when you visit our website or engage with our services, including advertising through the Stripe payment system.

1. Information We Collect

When you use our website, we may collect the following types of information:

  • Personal Information: When you register for an account, submit job listings, or place advertisements, we collect personal information such as your name, email address, phone number, and business details.
  • Payment Information: For advertising services, we use the Stripe payment system to process payments. Stripe may collect your payment information, including credit card numbers, billing address, and related data. We do not store this information on our servers.
  • Usage Data: We may collect information about how you access and use our website, including your IP address, browser type, pages visited, and the time and date of your visits.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

  • To Provide Services: To facilitate advertising and job listings, manage your account, and respond to your inquiries.
  • To Improve Our Website: We may analyze usage data to enhance our services and user experience.
  • To Communicate with You: We may send you updates, newsletters, and promotional materials related to Geraldton Now. You can opt out of these communications at any time.

3. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

  • With Service Providers: We may share your information with third-party service providers, such as Stripe, to process payments and provide other necessary services.
  • Legal Compliance: We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities.

4. Data Security

We take the security of your information seriously. We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or method of electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

5. Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access and Update Your Information: You can access and update your personal information through your account settings.
  • Request Deletion: You may request the deletion of your personal information, subject to certain legal exceptions.
  • Opt-Out of Communications: You can unsubscribe from our marketing communications by following the instructions in those communications.

6. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those websites. We encourage you to read the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

7. Changes to This Privacy 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 for any changes.

8. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our practices regarding your personal information, please contact us at:

Email: events@geraldtonnow.au

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