At Codeyup, your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information in accordance with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs).
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of personal information from visitors to our website:
- Name and email address (via contact forms or newsletter sign-ups)
- IP address and browser details (via analytics tools)
- Comments and other content you submit
- Information collected via cookies (see Section 5)
We do not knowingly collect data from individuals under the age of 16 without parental consent.
2. How We Collect Information
We collect your data in the following ways:
- When you subscribe to our newsletter or fill out a contact form
- When you leave a comment on an article
- When you browse the website (via cookies and analytics tools)
3. Why We Collect Your Data
We collect your information to:
- Send newsletters and blog updates (only with your consent)
- Respond to your inquiries
- Improve website performance and user experience
- Monitor site usage and detect security issues
We will not sell, rent or trade your personal information to third parties.
4. How We Store and Protect Your Data
All personal data is stored securely using trusted platforms and encrypted protocols. We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration or destruction.
5. Cookies and Analytics
We use cookies to:
- Understand how users interact with our content
- Improve performance and usability
- Provide a more personalized experience
You can disable cookies via your browser settings. However, this may affect the website’s functionality.
We also use Google Analytics to track traffic and understand user behavior. Google may store this data on servers located outside Australia.
6. Third-Party Services
We may use trusted third-party services to host the website, send newsletters, and manage analytics. These services are required to comply with privacy regulations but may be located outside Australia.
Examples include:
- Mailchimp (email newsletter)
- Google Analytics (site analytics)
- Cloudflare (site security and performance)
7. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access the personal data we hold about you
- Request corrections to your data
- Withdraw consent for communications
- Lodge a complaint with the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) if you believe your rights have been violated
8. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.