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Welcome to the Cookie Policy for FixMate Home Repairs Pty Ltd. This document outlines the methods by which we collect, store, and use information through cookies and similar technologies when you access and interact with our website. Our goal is to ensure transparency and to explain how the usage of cookies enhances your browsing experience while also maintaining the highest level of data security and privacy as required by applicable laws and regulations.
This policy is designed to address the legal landscape pertaining to data privacy in the Commonwealth of Australia, specifically in compliance with the Australian Privacy Act 1988 and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs). The policy further reflects our commitment to augmenting the security, integrity, and confidentiality of your personal information and follows the recommendations provided by advertising platforms such as Microsoft Advertising.
By continuing to use our website, you are consenting to the use of cookies in accordance with this policy. Should you have any concerns or questions regarding our practices or the information presented in this document, please take a moment to review the information provided below.
Last updated: 2025-03-10
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They allow the website to recognize your device and store or retrieve certain information to improve your experience. Cookies play a vital role in enabling a range of functions such as user authentication, session management, personalization of content, and enhanced security measures. This policy explains what types of cookies we use, how we use them, and your options regarding their use.
Our website utilizes various categories of cookies, including but not limited to:
Upon your first visit to our website, you will receive a clear and unambiguous prompt requesting your consent for the use of cookies as outlined in this document. Through your continued use of our website, you acknowledge and agree to our use of cookies in accordance with this policy. Your consent enables us to ensure optimal functionality while also delivering personalized content and advertisements.
Should you choose to disable cookies via your browser settings, please note that certain aspects of the website functionality may be affected. While you can adjust your cookie settings at any time, your decision to disable cookies may result in a diminished user experience.
We provide several options for managing, modifying, or deleting cookies. You can adjust settings in your web browser to either allow all cookies, receive a notification when a cookie is being set, or decline cookies entirely. Please refer to your browser’s documentation for specific instructions on how to modify these settings.
Additionally, you may periodically review your preferences and delete cookies that have already been stored on your device. These options are made available to ensure that you have complete control over your personal information and browsing experience while using our website.
Please note that altering your cookie settings might affect the overall performance of our website and limit access to certain functionality or content that is designed to enhance user experience.
The cookies and similar tracking technologies we utilize allow us to collect non-personal and, in some cases, personal information. This may include details related to your device, browser type, operating system, pages visited, and time spent on our site. When personal data is collected, it is processed and stored securely in accordance with the Australian Privacy Act 1988 and the Australian Privacy Principles.
We are committed to implementing rigorous security measures such as encryption, access controls, and regular system audits to safeguard your data against unauthorized access, modification, or disclosure. Our internal reviews and risk assessments ensure that all data processing practices meet the legal requirements and industry best practices for data protection.
In cases where processing involves personal data, we retain such information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. You have the right to request information regarding the data we hold about you, including a copy of that data, and in certain circumstances, request its correction or deletion. Any such requests will be attended to in accordance with applicable privacy laws.
To optimize the functionality of our website and improve the quality of our services, we employ analytics tools that use both first-party and third-party cookies. These tools help us analyze website traffic, understand user behavior, and identify trends in how our website is used. All data collected via these cookies is analyzed in aggregate format and is not used to personally identify individual users without further explicit consent.
Our advertising partners may also use cookies to serve personalized advertisements based on your browsing history. Rest assured, these third-party cookies are governed by their respective privacy policies and are subject to stringent security protocols that align with the principles outlined by Microsoft Advertising.
The use of such cookies is designed to reduce repetition in advertisements and tailor advertising content to your interests, thereby improving the overall advertising experience while ensuring compliance with data protection laws.
Data collected through the use of cookies is retained only for the duration necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Cookie Policy. Typically, essential cookies are stored only for the session duration, while performance, functionality, and advertising cookies may persist for longer durations as defined in their specific attributes.
In keeping with the principles of data minimization and privacy by design, once the purpose for collecting and storing the data is no longer valid, the data is securely deleted or anonymized. You have the right to request the deletion or anonymization of any personal data that we hold regarding your browsing behavior, subject to any legitimate business needs or legal requirements that may mandate retention.
If you wish to exercise your right to request data deletion or modification, please refer to the process detailed in our user rights and data access procedures.
We value your privacy and are committed to upholding the rights granted to you under applicable privacy laws and regulations. In compliance with the Australian Privacy Act 1988 and the Australian Privacy Principles, you have the right to:
We ensure that all requests concerning your personal data are handled in a timely, fair, and transparent manner. Should there be any concerns relating to how your data has been processed, you are encouraged to exercise your rights as provided herein.
FixMate Home Repairs Pty Ltd reserves the right to modify and update this Cookie Policy at any time in order to reflect changes in our practices or for regulatory, legal, or operational reasons. When modifications are made, the updated policy will be posted on our website with a revised "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to ensure that you are aware of any changes that may affect your rights or our practices.
Your continued use of our website after any modifications or updates indicates your acceptance of the new terms and policies regarding the use of cookies.
While every effort is made to ensure that the information provided in this Cookie Policy is accurate and complete, FixMate Home Repairs Pty Ltd cannot be held responsible for any inaccuracies or omissions. In no event shall we be liable for any direct or indirect damages arising from the use of our website, including issues related to cookies or the inability to access certain features due to cookie restrictions.
This Cookie Policy should be read in conjunction with our general Privacy Policy, which provides further details on how we protect and process your personal information. Both policies form part of the terms and conditions that govern your use of our website. We recommend that you familiarize yourself with all relevant documentation to understand your rights and obligations completely.
Please be aware that this policy is subject to the legal frameworks and regulatory requirements applicable within the Commonwealth of Australia, and any discrepancies or disputes arising from its interpretation shall be resolved following the applicable Australian data privacy and consumer protection laws.
At FixMate Home Repairs Pty Ltd, we are dedicated to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your interactions with our website are secure and transparent. We have implemented this Cookie Policy to provide you with complete clarity regarding our practices and to empower you in managing your personal data effectively. By utilizing cookies in a responsible and legally compliant manner, we strive to deliver a highly personalized and improved browsing experience to our users.
Thank you for taking the time to read this Cookie Policy. We value your trust and remain committed to safeguarding your privacy and confidentiality every step of the way. Should any questions arise in the future, please consider all the guidance provided in this document as a reference for understanding our data collection and retention practices.
We appreciate your continued support and understanding as we work diligently to comply with the highest standards of data privacy and security.
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