Headlines Today News (“we,” “our,” or “us”) operates the website Headlinestoday.com.au. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect the personal information of visitors (“you” or “your”) who interact with our Website. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring compliance with the Australian Privacy Act 1988 and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs).

By using our Website, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of personal information:

  • Personal Identification Information: Name, email address, phone number, mailing address.
  • Technical Data: IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URLs, and other technical data related to your device.
  • Cookies and Tracking Data: We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our Website. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.
  • Usage Data: Information on how you interact with our Website, including pages visited, time spent on pages, and links clicked.

How We Collect Information

We collect personal information through:

  • Direct Interactions: When you voluntarily provide information via forms (e.g., newsletter sign-up, comment sections).
  • Automated Technologies: Through cookies and similar technologies that track your browsing behavior.
  • Third Parties: We may receive data from third-party analytics providers such as Google Analytics to help us understand how users engage with our Website.

Purpose of Collecting Information

We collect and use your personal information for the following purposes:

  • To provide and maintain our services.
  • To improve user experience by analyzing how you use our Website.
  • To communicate with you via email newsletters or notifications if you have opted in.
  • To comply with legal obligations under Australian law.
  • To protect against fraud and ensure the security of our Website.

Sharing Your Information

We do not sell or trade your personal information. However, we may share your information in the following circumstances:

  • Service Providers: We may share your data with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our Website (e.g., hosting providers, analytics services) under strict confidentiality agreements.
  • Legal Compliance: If required by law or to protect our rights or those of others, we may disclose personal information.

International Data Transfers

If we transfer your personal data outside of Australia (for example, to a cloud service provider), we will take steps to ensure that it is protected in accordance with applicable laws.

Data Security

We take reasonable steps to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. This includes using encryption technologies and secure servers.

However, no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure. While we strive to protect your personal data, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

Your Rights

Under the Australian Privacy Act 1988, you have certain rights regarding your personal information:

  • Access: You can request access to the personal information we hold about you.
  • Correction: You can request that we correct any inaccurate or incomplete information.
  • Deletion: You can request that we delete your personal data where it is no longer necessary for the purposes for which it was collected.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at [insert contact email].

Cookies Policy

Our Website uses cookies to improve functionality and user experience. Cookies are small files stored on your device that help us understand how users interact with our site.

You can choose to disable cookies through your browser settings; however, this may limit some functionalities of our Website.

Children’s Privacy

Our services are not directed toward individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under this age. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected such data, we will take steps to delete it promptly.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time in response to changes in legal requirements or our practices. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

We encourage you to review this policy periodically for any updates.

Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise any of your rights under Australian privacy law, please contact us at:

Email: [insert email]
Phone: [insert phone number]
Address: [insert address]