Introduction
Best-Beer Australia ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website www.best-beer.com.au (the "Site"). Please read this privacy policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this privacy policy, please do not access the Site.
Information We Collect
Information You Provide
We may collect information you voluntarily provide when you:
- Fill out contact forms on our Site
- Subscribe to our newsletter (if applicable)
- Participate in surveys or promotions
- Contact us directly via email
This information may include your name, email address, and any message content you submit.
Information Automatically Collected
When you visit our Site, we may automatically collect certain information about your device and usage, including:
- Browser type and version
- Operating system
- IP address (anonymised where possible)
- Pages visited and time spent on pages
- Referring website addresses
- Date and time of your visit
Use of Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our Site. Cookies are small data files stored on your device that help us understand how you use our Site.
Types of Cookies We Use
- Essential Cookies: Required for the Site to function properly.
- Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our Site (e.g., Google Analytics).
- Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences.
You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences. Note that disabling certain cookies may affect Site functionality.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Provide and maintain our Site
- Respond to your inquiries and requests
- Improve our Site and user experience
- Analyse usage patterns and trends
- Send you relevant information (with your consent)
- Comply with legal obligations
Affiliate Disclosure
Best-Beer Australia participates in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com.au. When you click on product links and make purchases, we may earn a commission at no additional cost to you.
Affiliate relationships do not influence our editorial content or recommendations. We only recommend products we believe provide value to our readers.
Third-Party Services
Our Site may contain links to third-party websites and services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to read their privacy policies before providing any personal information.
Third-Party Services We May Use
- Google Analytics: For website analytics. Google's privacy policy applies.
- Amazon Associates: For affiliate product links. Amazon's privacy policy applies.
Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorised access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Your Rights
Under Australian privacy law, you have the right to:
- Access personal information we hold about you
- Request correction of inaccurate information
- Request deletion of your personal information
- Opt out of marketing communications
- Lodge a complaint with the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the details provided below.
Children's Privacy
Our Site is intended for users who are 18 years of age or older. We do not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under 18. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from someone under 18, we will take steps to delete that information.
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 new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at:
- Email: privacy@best-beer.com.au
- Website: Contact Form
Australian Privacy Principles
This Privacy Policy is designed to comply with the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs) contained in the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth). For more information about your rights under Australian privacy law, visit the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner.