Privacy Policy

Last updated: 15 September 2025

1. Introduction

banja.au ("we", "our", or "us") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or engage our software development services.

This policy complies with the Australian Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs).

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

We may collect the following personal information:

  • Name and contact details (email address, phone number, physical address)
  • Business information (company name, position, ABN)
  • Payment information (processed securely through third-party providers)
  • Project-related information necessary for our services
  • Communication records between you and our team

2.2 Technical Information

When you visit our website, we automatically collect:

  • IP address and geographic location
  • Browser type and version
  • Device information
  • Page visit duration and interaction data
  • Referring website details

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal information to:

  • Provide and improve our software development services
  • Communicate with you about projects and services
  • Process payments and maintain financial records
  • Send newsletters and marketing communications (with your consent)
  • Comply with legal obligations
  • Analyse website usage to improve user experience
  • Protect against fraudulent or illegal activity

4. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal information based on:

  • Your consent
  • Contract performance (to provide our services)
  • Legal obligations
  • Legitimate business interests

5. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We may share your information with:

  • Our trusted network of developers (under strict confidentiality agreements)
  • Third-party service providers (hosting, analytics, payment processing)
  • Professional advisors (lawyers, accountants)
  • Government authorities when required by law

We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties.

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

  • SSL/TLS encryption for data transmission
  • Secure servers and databases
  • Regular security assessments
  • Access controls and authentication
  • Employee training on data protection

7. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries outside Australia. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy and applicable laws.

8. Your Rights

Under Australian privacy law, you have the right to:

  • Access your personal information
  • Correct inaccurate or incomplete information
  • Request deletion of your information (subject to legal requirements)
  • Object to or restrict processing
  • Withdraw consent
  • Lodge a complaint with the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC)

9. Cookies and Analytics

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your website experience. We also use:

  • Google Analytics to analyse website usage
  • Microsoft Clarity for user behaviour insights

You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may impact website functionality.

10. Marketing Communications

With your consent, we may send you marketing communications about our services. You can opt-out at any time by:

  • Clicking the unsubscribe link in our emails
  • Contacting us directly

11. Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

12. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements.

13. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

14. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. Your continued use of our services after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

15. Contact Information

For questions about this Privacy Policy or to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us at:

banja.au
Level 4/11 York St
Sydney NSW 2000
Australia
Email: privacyremovethis@andthisbanja.au

16. Complaints

If you have concerns about how we handle your personal information, please contact us first. If you're not satisfied with our response, you can lodge a complaint with the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner:

Office of the Australian Information Commissioner
Phone: 1300 363 992
Website: www.oaic.gov.au

17. Acknowledgment

By using our website or services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by this Privacy Policy.