Privacy Policy

Shedlife Club, with its principal place of business in Queensland, Australia, prioritises your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines our approach to handling the personal data we gather from our website users. When engaging with our services, users agree to allow us to collect and utilise their personal data. It is your responsibility to ensure you have the necessary permissions to employ our services, including for the processing of personal data. We gather and utilise the information you provide, including data collected through your service use, for internal purposes such as service enhancement, development, and for promotional activities, all in alignment with this Privacy Policy. Drafted with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth), including the Australian Privacy Principles and the Privacy Amendment (Enhancing Privacy Protection) Act 2012 in mind, this document aims to be transparent and open in the management of personal information, as per Australian Privacy Principle 1.

We encourage a thorough reading of our privacy policy for a comprehensive understanding of how we handle user's personal data on our website. This policy is designed to inform users about our treatment of personal data. If the policy is unacceptable to you, we must unfortunately refrain from offering our services, and you should cease using them. Your use of our services signifies your acknowledgment, consent, and agreement that we may collect, process, and utilise the information you submit to us. Such information may be used by us or by third parties on our behalf, under confidentiality agreements, to enhance and improve our services. We may update this Privacy Policy and recommend you review it periodically. Your continued use of our services constitutes acceptance of any changes.

Definitions

Collect: To gather, acquire, or obtain information lawfully and fairly where an individual is identifiable.

Express Consent Consequences: Acknowledgement that Shedlife Club will not be liable under the Privacy Act for disclosures of your personal information to overseas recipients which may not comply with the Privacy Act.

Expressly Informed: Being clearly informed of the consequences of giving express consent, either verbally or in writing.

Opt Out: A direct request from an individual not to receive future direct marketing communications.

Personal Information: Non-sensitive data about an identifiable individual, including names, contact details, and other personal identifiers.

Primary Purpose: The chief reason for collecting personal information.

Reasonable Expectation: What an individual reasonably anticipates regarding the use or disclosure of their personal information.

Secondary Purpose: Any purpose other than the primary reason for collecting personal information.

Sensitive Information: As defined in section 6(1) of the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth).

Use: How personal information is managed within our company.

Information Collection

We collect information you provide directly to us, such as your name, email, and phone number, along with data from your interactions with our services. Marketing communications may be sent to you based on the information you provide. Should you prefer not to receive these communications, options to unsubscribe or contact us for removal are available. While using our forum or interactive platforms, be aware that shared messages and contact information are public. We also collect data automatically, including log details, device specifics, and, with consent, location data to enhance service features and for additional purposes.

Information Usage

The collected personal information is used to respond to service requests, enhance our offerings, and for communication purposes, in line with your preferences for receiving promotional materials. Following the end or deactivation of services, we may retain your information for archival purposes. We reserve the right to remove any content or messages as deemed necessary for legal compliance, to protect our rights or the safety of users.

Information Sharing

Your personal information is not sold or rented; it is shared in compliance with this policy or as mandated by law. We ensure third parties adhere to confidentiality agreements, preventing them from misusing your personal data. Continual use of our service indicates acceptance of our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service.

Accuracy and Upkeep

We strive to keep your personal information accurate and current, relying partly on you to notify us of any changes or inaccuracies. Keeping us informed helps ensure your data reflects your current situation.

Shedlife Club takes the protection of your personal data seriously. We implement a mix of administrative, physical, and technological measures to guard against unauthorised access to your information. By engaging with our website and services, or by providing us with your Personal Information, you consent to electronic communications with us concerning security, privacy, and administrative issues. We aim to maintain the integrity and security of your Personal Information using reasonable safeguards. Despite our efforts, the transmission of data over the internet cannot be guaranteed to be 100% secure. In the event of a data breach, we will endeavour to notify you electronically so you can take protective measures. Our policy allows for the preservation or disclosure of your information when necessary to comply with legal obligations, ensure the safety of any individual, address security or technical issues, or protect our rights or property.

Your Information Choices

You have control over your personal information in several ways:

Email and Phone Communications: You may opt-out of receiving promotional emails from us by following the unsubscribe instructions included in each email or by contacting us directly. However, we may still send you essential service-related communications.

Modifying or Deleting Your Personal Information: You can edit your personal information on our website or request its deletion by contacting us. While we strive to accommodate deletion requests, we may be required by law to retain certain information.

Non-Submission of Personal Data: If you choose not to provide personal data, we may be unable to offer you certain services. You can correct your information by accessing your account settings or reaching out to us.

Children's Privacy

We do not intentionally collect personal information from individuals under 18. If we discover such data has been collected, it will be deleted promptly. If you are aware of a child under 18 providing us with personal information, please contact us.

Mergers and Acquisitions

In the event of a merger or acquisition, we may transfer all collected information to the succeeding entity. Changes to our policies will be communicated via email.

Third-Party Websites

Our website may link to external sites, which are not governed by this privacy policy. We recommend reviewing the privacy policies of any website you visit.

Notification Procedures

We will notify you of any significant changes to our Privacy Policy or other important issues through email or website postings, choosing the method we deem most appropriate.

Do Not Track (DNT)

We currently do not respond to DNT signals due to the lack of a uniform industry standard.

Opting Out of Information Sharing

Should you wish not to have your information shared, please contact us. Note that we may still need to share your information under certain legal circumstances.

Phishing

Be cautious of emails requesting personal information that appear to be from us. We do not ask for such information via email. Contact us directly if you receive a suspicious email.

Privacy Policy Updates

We reserve the right to modify this Privacy Policy. Continued use of our services after such changes constitutes acceptance of the new terms.

Breach of Privacy Policy

We may suspend or terminate accounts or remove content if they violate our privacy policy.

Policy Acceptance

By using our services, you accept all terms of this Privacy Policy without exception.

No Conflict

This policy is part of our user terms, intended to be consistent with other site policies and terms.

Contacting Us

For any questions regarding this Privacy Policy or your interactions with our website, please contact us at info@shedlifeclub.com