📌 Privacy Policy – IceFishing-AU.org 🎣

The protection of personal data is a top priority at IceFishing-AU.org.
This page explains how we collect, use and protect user data in accordance with applicable data protection laws, including the Australian Privacy Act 1988 and general international data protection principles.

🔒 1. Data Controller

The data controller responsible for processing data is the operator of the website IceFishing-AU.org.

Contact details:
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://icefishing-au.org/

📋 2. What Data Is Collected

During normal use of the website, we do not collect personally identifiable information unless it is voluntarily provided by the user.

We may collect limited technical and analytical data such as:

  • IP address and device type
  • browser and operating system
  • anonymised traffic data (e.g. analytics tools)
  • information submitted via contact forms

All data is processed lawfully and is not shared with third parties without consent, unless required by law.

🧾 3. Purpose of Data Processing

Collected data is used only for the following purposes:

  • improving website performance and usability
  • analysing traffic and user behaviour
  • responding to enquiries and support requests
  • ensuring compliance with legal obligations

Data is processed only when necessary and handled by authorised personnel.

⚙️ 4. Cookies and Analytics Tools

IceFishing-AU.org uses cookies to maintain functionality and analyse site usage.

Types of cookies used:

  • necessary cookies for core functionality
  • analytical cookies for anonymised traffic insights
  • no marketing or tracking cookies are used for advertising purposes

Users can manage or disable cookies at any time via browser settings.

🛡️ 5. Data Protection Measures

We apply modern technical and organisational measures to protect data:

  • secure HTTPS encryption
  • restricted server access
  • regular system updates
  • access control for authorised users only

We do not sell or distribute personal data to third parties.

✉️ 6. Your Rights

Users have the right to:

  • access information about collected data
  • request correction of inaccurate data
  • request deletion of personal data
  • restrict or object to processing
  • request data portability where applicable

Users may also contact relevant data protection authorities if they believe their rights have been violated.

🕒 7. Data Retention

Data is stored only for as long as necessary to fulfil its purpose.
Anonymised analytical data may be retained for up to 26 months.

🤝 8. Policy Updates

This Privacy Policy may be updated to reflect legal or technical changes.
The latest version is always available on this page.

🧭 9. Contact

For any questions regarding data protection or to exercise your rights:

📩 Email: [email protected]
🌐 Website: https://icefishing-au.org/
🌐 Sitio web: https://icefishing-au.org/