At BirdLife Melbourne, we value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information in a transparent and secure way. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, safeguard, and disclose your information when you visit or interact with our website.
By accessing or using our website, you agree to the practices described in this policy.
Information We Collect
We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide when you:
- Subscribe to newsletters
- Contact us via forms or email
- Register for events or programs
- Participate in surveys or polls
Types of Information Collected
Personal Data:
- Name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Postal address
Usage and Analytics Data: We automatically collect data through cookies and tracking technologies when you visit our site, including:
- IP address
- Browser type
- Pages visited
- Date/time stamps
- Device type
How We Use Your Information
We may use your personal information for purposes such as:
- Providing and improving our services 🐦
- Sending newsletters, alerts, and event notifications
- Responding to your inquiries and support requests
- Personalizing your experience
- Analyzing site usage and performance
- Complying with legal obligations
We do not sell your personal information to third parties.
4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience, measure engagement, and understand how visitors interact with our content.
You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect some website functions.
Third-Party Services
We may use third-party service providers to support our operations, such as:
- Website analytics (e.g., Google Analytics)
- Hosting providers
- Email marketing platforms
These providers may have access to your personal information solely to perform services on our behalf. We ensure they follow strict privacy standards.
Data Security
We take reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data against loss, unauthorized access, disclosure, or alteration.
However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.
International Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and maintained on servers located outside your country of residence. When this happens, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data in compliance with relevant laws.
Your Rights
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:
✔ Access the personal information we hold about you ✔ Request corrections or updates ✔ Delete your data ✔ Object to processing or restrict use ✔ Withdraw consent (where applicable)
To exercise these rights, contact us at:
📧 Email: [Contact Email] 📍 Address: [Postal Address]
Children’s Privacy
Our website is not intended for users under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have done so, please contact us, and we will take steps to remove it.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The updated version will be posted on this page with a new Effective Date.
Please revisit this page regularly to stay informed about how we protect your information.