Privacy Policy

Last updated: 1 January 2024 | Effective date: 1 January 2024

This Privacy Policy describes how DeepWaterPlay.info ("we", "us", "our", or "the Website") collects, uses, stores, and discloses personal information when you visit our website at https://deepwaterplay.info or interact with our services.

We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal information in accordance with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs). By using our website, you agree to the collection and use of information as described in this policy.

1. About Us

DeepWaterPlay.info is an independent review and entertainment website dedicated to computer fishing games, operated from Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. Our registered address is Level 12, 680 George Street, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia. You can contact us at [email protected].

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of personal information:

• Contact information: Your name and email address when you subscribe to our newsletter or submit a contact form.
• Communication data: Messages and enquiries you send us via our contact form, including your name, email, state/territory, and message content.
• Usage data: Information about how you use our website, including pages visited, time spent on pages, referring URLs, and browser/device information, collected automatically via cookies and similar technologies.
• Technical data: Your IP address, browser type and version, operating system, and other technical identifiers collected automatically when you visit our website.

We do not collect sensitive personal information (such as health, financial, or government identifier information) and do not require you to create an account to use our website.

3. How We Collect Information

We collect personal information in the following ways:

• Directly from you: When you subscribe to our newsletter, submit our contact form, or otherwise communicate with us.
• Automatically: When you visit our website, we automatically collect technical and usage data through cookies, web beacons, and similar tracking technologies. Please see our Cookie Policy for more details.
• From third parties: We may receive aggregated, anonymised analytics data from third-party analytics providers such as Google Analytics.

4. How We Use Your Information

We use the personal information we collect for the following purposes:

• To respond to your enquiries and provide customer support.
• To send you our newsletter and updates about new fishing game reviews, if you have subscribed.
• To improve our website content, functionality, and user experience.
• To analyse website traffic and usage patterns through aggregated, anonymised analytics.
• To comply with our legal obligations under Australian law.
• To detect and prevent fraud, abuse, or other harmful activities.

We will not use your personal information for any purpose other than those described in this policy without your consent, except where required by law.

5. Newsletter Subscription

If you subscribe to our newsletter, we will use your email address to send you periodic updates about new game reviews, fishing tips, and website news. You may unsubscribe at any time by clicking the "unsubscribe" link in any newsletter email, or by contacting us at [email protected]. We will process your unsubscribe request promptly.

6. Disclosure of Your Information

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may disclose your information in the following limited circumstances:

• Service providers: We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website (such as email service providers and analytics platforms), subject to confidentiality obligations.
• Legal requirements: We may disclose your information if required to do so by law, court order, or government authority.
• Business transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.
• Protection of rights: We may disclose information to protect the rights, property, or safety of DeepWaterPlay.info, our users, or the public.

7. Data Storage and Security

We store personal information on secure servers located in Australia and/or other jurisdictions with adequate data protection laws. We implement reasonable technical and organisational security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorised access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.

However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

8. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by law. Newsletter subscriber data is retained until you unsubscribe. Contact form submissions are retained for up to 2 years for administrative purposes.

9. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience and analyse website traffic. For detailed information about the cookies we use and how to manage your cookie preferences, please read our Cookie Policy.

10. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites, including game developer websites and review platforms. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third-party sites and encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

11. Your Rights Under Australian Privacy Law

Under the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Australian Privacy Principles, you have the following rights:

• Access: You have the right to request access to the personal information we hold about you.
• Correction: You have the right to request that we correct any inaccurate or incomplete personal information we hold about you.
• Complaints: You have the right to make a complaint if you believe we have breached the Australian Privacy Principles.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at [email protected]. We will respond to your request within 30 days. If you are not satisfied with our response, you may lodge a complaint with the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) at www.oaic.gov.au.

12. Children's Privacy

Our website is not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately and we will take steps to delete such information.

13. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on this page with a revised "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

14. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:

• Email: [email protected]
• Post: DeepWaterPlay.info, Level 12, 680 George Street, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia
• Phone: +61 2 9000 1234
• Online: Contact Form