Privacy Policy

At OZvote, we take your privacy seriously. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you use our voting platform. We are committed to ensuring that your privacy is protected and that you understand how your data is handled.

Information We Collect

When you use OZvote, we may collect the following types of information:

  • Account Information: Name, email address, and password when you create an account
  • Profile Information: Optional information you choose to provide, such as your location or interests
  • Voting Data: Your votes, comments, and interactions with topics on our platform
  • Usage Information: How you interact with our platform, including pages visited and time spent
  • Device Information: Browser type, IP address, and device identifiers
How We Use Your Information

We use your personal information for the following purposes:

  • To provide and maintain our voting platform
  • To process your votes and display results
  • To communicate with you about your account or our services
  • To send you updates about topics you've voted on or might be interested in
  • To improve our platform and user experience
  • To detect and prevent fraud or abuse
  • To comply with legal obligations
Information Sharing

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

  • With Your Consent: When you explicitly agree to share your information
  • Aggregated Data: We may share anonymized, aggregated voting data that cannot be linked back to you
  • Service Providers: With trusted third parties who assist us in operating our platform
  • Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include encryption, secure servers, and regular security assessments.

While we strive to protect your personal information, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security but are committed to protecting your information to the best of our ability.

Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access the personal information we hold about you
  • Request corrections to your personal information
  • Request deletion of your personal information
  • Opt-out of marketing communications
  • Withdraw your consent for certain data processing activities

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.

Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our platform. These technologies help us remember your preferences, understand how you use our platform, and improve our services.

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our platform.

Children's Privacy

Our platform is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us, and we will take steps to delete such information.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the effective date.

Your continued use of our platform after any changes to this Privacy Policy constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.

Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at: hello@ozvote.com.au

Effective Date: 5/11/2025