Privacy policy.
Privacy Policy for The Provocative Inklings
Effective Date: 24/12/2024
At The Provocative Inklings, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal information is handled in a safe and responsible manner. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our services, submit your creative writing, or share photos on our website. We comply with the Privacy Act 1988 and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs) to protect your privacy.
1. Information We Collect
When you visit our website or use our creative writing services, we may collect the following types of information:
Personal Information: This includes your name, email address, contact details, and any other personal data you provide when submitting your creative work or communicating with us.
Creative Work and Photos: If you choose to submit creative writing or photos to be published on our website, we collect and display that content on the site with your consent.
Usage Data: We may collect information about how you interact with our website, including IP addresses, browser types, and browsing activity, to improve our services.
2. How We Use Your Information
The information we collect is used in the following ways:
To Provide Services: We use your personal information to communicate with you about your submissions and provide the creative writing services you request.
To Publish Work: Your submitted writing and photos may be published on our website, with your permission, to showcase your work as part of our creative community.
To Improve Our Website: Usage data helps us analyze and improve the user experience on our website.
To Communicate With You: We may use your contact details to send you updates, newsletters, or other information related to our services, with your consent.
3. Sharing of Your Information
We value your privacy and do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. However, we may share your information in the following circumstances:
With Your Consent: We will publish your creative work and photos on our website only with your explicit consent.
With Service Providers: We may share your data with third-party service providers who assist with website hosting, maintenance, or other technical services.
For Legal Compliance: We may disclose your information if required by law or to protect our rights, property, or the safety of others.
4. Data Security
We take reasonable measures to protect the information you provide from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. While no online system can be completely secure, we strive to implement industry-standard security practices to safeguard your personal information.
Cookie Policy
Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience and analyze website traffic. Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit our website.
Types of Cookies We Use:
Essential Cookies: These are necessary for the basic functioning of the website, such as allowing you to log in or navigate the site.
Performance Cookies: These collect information on how you use our website, such as pages visited or error messages. This data helps us improve website performance.
Functional Cookies: These cookies allow the website to remember choices you make, such as language preferences or other personalization features.
Advertising/Targeting Cookies: These cookies are used to deliver relevant ads to you based on your interests and browsing behavior.
Managing Cookies:
You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. However, please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of the website and your ability to use some services.
5. Your Rights
Under Australian law, you have the right to:
Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.
Correction: Update or correct your information if it is inaccurate.
Deletion: Request the removal of your personal data or creative work from our website (subject to certain legal conditions).
Opt-Out: You can opt out of receiving promotional emails from us by following the unsubscribe instructions in those communications.
6. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to external sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third-party sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites 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, and the “Effective Date” at the top will be updated accordingly. Please review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.
8. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, or if you wish to make a complaint regarding privacy practices, please contact us at:
The Provocative Inklings
ABN: 92 677 295 708
Email: theprovocativeinklings@gmail.com
Website: www.theprovocativeinklings.com.au
Complaints: If you are not satisfied with our response to your privacy concerns, you may lodge a complaint with the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC)