The following privacy policy applies to activenetworks.com.au and its news subsite and Think Local subsite (to be referred to as the site). This site which includes the news subsite and Think Local subsite is owned by Active Networks Online and managed by Active Networks Pty Ltd.
We are committed to protecting and maintaining your privacy. This privacy policy (the “Privacy Policy”) is intended to inform you of our policies and practices regarding the collection, use and disclosure of any information you submit through the site.
User’s Conduct
By accessing, subscribing or otherwise using the site, you agree to the terms and conditions of this Privacy Policy. You expressly consent to the processing of your Personal Information according to this Privacy Policy.
Collection of Information
Generally we collect personal information to enable us to provide you with a range of products and services or to provide a better service to you. We also collect your personal information to assist with administering your account.
In general, we collect Personal Information that you submit to us voluntarily through the site. The type of information we collect includes your name, email address, password, date of birth, gender and other demographic information. We also collect information when you submit content to the site or enter a competition. This may include photos, reviews, forums, ratings and other information you choose to submit.
Active Networks may collect personal information through third parties. This will include our related companies and websites and through merchants, affiliated companies or business partners.
How Your Personal Information is Used
The site may use your personal information for a variety of purposes such as providing you with email newsletters, information on deals, events, competitions, products, services and special offers. We may share some or all of your Personal Information (other than credit card information) with Merchants whose Deals, products or events you have claimed. We may share some or all of your Personal Information with the sites affiliated companies, so that they may send e-mails to you and manage your account, in which case we will require them to honour this Privacy Policy
By providing your email address whether in relation to deals, events, competitions, registration or social media or for any other reason you have opted in to receive e-newlsetters, communications or special offers from the site and is affiliates. You may, also receive e-newsletters, communications or special offers from third parties that we are partnering with. You can change your preference to receive communications from the site at any time. To change your preferences governing a third party you must contact the third party.
We may disclose your Personal Information if disclosure is necessary to comply with relevant laws or to protect and defend our rights or property, you, or third parties.
Secure Online Transactions
Where we process your credit card details it is done securely over the Internet using eWAY’s bank-grade data centre (eWAY is an accredited Internet payment security system authorised as a third party processor for all major Australian banks). We take all reasonable measures to ensure that your credit card and anonymity are protected when you purchase online.
Links to Third Party Websites
Active Networks contains links to other websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these companies. You are encouraged to read the privacy policy of each website you visit.
This Privacy Policy applies solely to information collected by us through the site and does not apply to any third-party websites.
Our Use of Cookies
The site use cookies. “Cookies” are small pieces of information that a website sends to your computer’s hard drive while you are viewing a website. Most web browsers are set to accept cookies. However, you may set your browser to refuse Cookies If you choose to disable Cookies, some aspects of the site may not work properly, and you may not be able to receive our full services. The use of cookies help us personalise your experience of the site. Cookies provide aggregated information on how users interact on the site, track effectiveness of advertising and help us improve your experience on our website. Cookies do not personally identify you, but your browser.
Management and security of personal information
We take physical, electronic and managerial steps to ensure that the personal information we hold is secure from unauthorised access. Unfortunately, no data transmission over the internet can be guaranteed to be totally secure and you need to be aware of this when using the site.
Where you choose to disclose Personal Information in a public forum through this site, this information is publicly available and may be collected and used by others, including people outside this sites community. We do not have any obligations in respect to any information that you post to parts of this site publicly available to others. We recommend that you use caution when giving out personal information to others through social media networks
How to contact us
Under the Privacy Act, you have the right to obtain access to any personal information which the site holds about you and to advise us of any perceived inaccuracy.
All requests related to our Privacy Policy or to accessing information held can be directed to our Privacy Officer, Active Networks, PO Box 2025, North Curl Curl NSW 2099
The site is owned by Active Networks Online ABN 31138313890 and managed by Active Networks Pty Ltd ABN 73 124 398 769
