BACKGROUND
A. The purpose of this Privacy Policy is to explain how Mechanical Web Design (“we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, stores, uses, and discloses personal information provided by you.

B. This Privacy Policy also outlines how this information is utilized, updated, and shared with third parties who may be permitted to access it.

C. By using our website (“Site”) or any of our products and services (“Services”), you acknowledge that you have had sufficient opportunity to read and understand this Privacy Policy and agree to its terms. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of the Site and Services.

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OPERATIVE PROVISIONS

1. PERSONAL INFORMATION 1.1 All personal information provided by you will be treated in accordance with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and related regulations, including the Australian Privacy Principles.

1.2 We collect certain personal information (“Personal Information”) to deliver and manage our Services effectively.

1.3 Personal Information we may collect includes:

• Name;
• Address;
• Email address;
• Telephone number;
• Business details;
• Payment information (e.g., credit card or bank details);
• Details related to your website requirements, preferences, and feedback;
• Information gathered via cookies, analytics tools, and Site usage.

1.4 Other non-personal information may also be collected, such as aggregated data about website usage patterns.

1.5 You are required to provide Personal Information when you:

• Inquire about or use our Services;
• Request a consultation or submit a project brief;
• Subscribe to newsletters or updates;
• Complete forms on our Site;
• Communicate with us by email, phone, or other means.

1.6 If you do not provide necessary Personal Information, we may not be able to:

• Deliver Services tailored to your needs;
• Provide updates about our offerings or relevant information;
• Improve your experience on our Site.

1.7 The collection, storage, and use of your Personal Information are vital for us to deliver quality Services.

1.8 We use your Personal Information for purposes such as:

• Delivering and improving our Services;
• Responding to inquiries and requests;
• Sending updates and relevant information;
• Analyzing Site and Services performance;
• Complying with legal and regulatory obligations.

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2. CHANGES TO PERSONAL INFORMATION 2.1 It is your responsibility to provide accurate and up-to-date information. Notify us promptly of any changes to your Personal Information.

2.2 You may request updates or corrections to your Personal Information by contacting us directly.

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3. WEBSITE DATA AND COOKIES 3.1 We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Analyze traffic and usage patterns on the Site;
• Personalize your experience;
• Enable key functionalities of the Site.

3.2 You can adjust your browser settings to block or delete cookies. However, doing so may limit certain functionalities of the Site.

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4. SECURITY 4.1 We implement security measures to protect your Personal Information, including Secure Socket Layer (SSL) technology for data transmission and password-protected storage.

4.2 While we strive to protect your data, we cannot guarantee complete security due to the nature of the Internet.

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5. THIRD-PARTY DISCLOSURE 5.1 We may share your Personal Information with:

• Service providers (e.g., hosting, payment processors, analytics tools) who assist in delivering our Services;
• Legal authorities, as required by law;
• Business partners or affiliates with your consent.

5.2 We do not sell or rent your Personal Information to third parties.

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6. DATA BREACH RESPONSE 6.1 In the event of a suspected data breach, we will act in compliance with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and notify affected parties as required.

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7. YOUR RIGHTS 7.1 You have the right to:

• Access the Personal Information we hold about you;
• Request corrections to inaccurate or outdated information;
• Opt out of marketing communications by following the “unsubscribe” link or contacting us directly.

7.2 To exercise these rights, contact us using the details provided below.

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8. LINKS TO OTHER SITES 8.1 Our Site may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those websites. Please review their privacy policies independently.

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9. CHANGES TO THIS POLICY 9.1 We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy. Changes will be posted on this page, and we encourage you to review it periodically.

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