Privacy Policy

Introduction

Afflicotto ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy and personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website afflicotto.com or use our services.

By using our website and services, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy. This policy complies with the Australian Privacy Act 1988 and the Australian Privacy Principles.

Information We Collect

Personal Information

We may collect the following types of personal information:

• Contact details (name, email address, phone number, postal address)
• Demographic information (age, location, interests)
• Website usage data and preferences
• Information provided through forms, surveys, or story submissions
• Communication records with our editorial team

Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we automatically collect:

• IP address and browser information
• Device type and operating system
• Pages visited and time spent on our site
• Referring websites and search terms
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies

How We Use Your Information

We use your personal information for the following purposes:

• Editorial Services: To process story tips, conduct interviews, and create journalistic content
• Communication: To respond to enquiries, send newsletters, and provide customer support
• Website Improvement: To analyse website performance and enhance user experience
• Legal Compliance: To comply with legal obligations and protect our rights
• Marketing: To send promotional materials (with your consent)
• Source Protection: To maintain confidentiality of journalistic sources

Information Sharing and Disclosure

We may share your personal information in the following circumstances:

• Consent: When you have given explicit consent
• Legal Requirements: To comply with court orders, legal processes, or government requests
• Business Operations: With trusted service providers who assist in our operations
• Protection: To protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of others
• Business Transfer: In the event of a merger, sale, or transfer of assets

Source Protection: We will never disclose the identity of confidential sources without explicit consent, except where required by law.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Remember your preferences and settings
• Analyse website traffic and usage patterns
• Provide personalised content and advertising
• Enhance website security and functionality

You can control cookies through your browser settings. For more information, please see our Cookie Policy.

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal information against:

• Unauthorised access, use, or disclosure
• Accidental loss or destruction
• Misuse or interference
• Modification or corruption

Our security measures include encryption, secure servers, access controls, and regular security assessments.

Your Rights

Under Australian privacy law, you have the right to:

• Access: Request access to your personal information
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
• Complaint: Lodge a complaint about our privacy practices
• Opt-out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal obligations)

To exercise these rights, contact us at [email protected] or +61432805411.

Data Retention

We retain personal information for as long as necessary to:

• Provide our services and fulfil our obligations
• Comply with legal and regulatory requirements
• Protect journalistic sources and maintain editorial integrity
• Resolve disputes and enforce our agreements

When no longer needed, we securely dispose of personal information in accordance with our data retention policy.

International Transfers

Your personal information may be transferred to and stored in countries outside Australia. When we do so, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in accordance with Australian privacy laws.

Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to individuals under 16 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16. If we become aware that we have collected such information, we will take steps to delete it.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by:

• Posting the updated policy on our website
• Sending an email notification (if you have subscribed)
• Displaying a prominent notice on our homepage

Your continued use of our services after changes take effect constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

Contact Information

If you have questions, concerns, or complaints about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:

If you are not satisfied with our response to your privacy complaint, you may contact the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) at www.oaic.gov.au.