TopChoiceAustralia.com — Privacy Policy

Last updated: 3 November 2025

This Privacy Policy (“Privacy Policy”) describes how TopChoiceAustralia.com (“TopChoiceAustralia”, “we”, “us”, or “our”) collects, stores, uses, and discloses Personal Information (as defined below) about individuals who access or interact with our website, products, services, tools, features, or communication channels (collectively, the “Services”). By using or accessing our Services, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

If you do not agree with this Privacy Policy, please do not use our Services.


Welcome

We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your Personal Information. “Personal Information” or “Personal Data” refers to any information that identifies, relates to, or could reasonably be linked to an identifiable individual.

Some features of our Services may require you to provide certain Personal Information. If you choose not to provide required information, you may be unable to access specific functionalities.

If you have questions about our Privacy Policy, contact us at:
 info@topchoiceaustralia.com


1. PERSONAL INFORMATION WE COLLECT AND WHY WE COLLECT IT

We collect Personal Information for various business, legal, operational, and service purposes.

1.1 Contact Information

When you contact us, submit an enquiry, or use certain features, we may collect:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Company or organisation (if applicable)

  • Any other information voluntarily provided

We use this data to:

  • Operate and provide our Services

  • Respond to enquiries

  • Enhance account security

  • Send service updates, newsletters, or promotional offers (with your consent)


1.2 Recruitment Information

If you apply for a job with TopChoiceAustralia, you may provide:

  • Resume/CV

  • Work history

  • Skills

  • Education

  • Contact information

  • LinkedIn profile

  • References

  • Certifications

This data is used to:

  • Evaluate your suitability for open roles

  • Manage recruitment activities

  • Contact you regarding current or future opportunities

  • Comply with legal obligations

If you provide information about third parties (e.g., references), you must obtain their permission beforehand.


1.3 Information from Third Parties

We may receive Personal Information from:

  • Recruitment agencies

  • Job websites

  • Social media platforms

  • Advertising partners

  • Analytics providers

Such information may include your IP address, online identifiers, browsing behaviour, or interest data to help us:

  • Improve Services

  • Optimise marketing and advertising

  • Tailor user experience


1.4 User Communications

When you contact us via email or forms, we may retain:

  • Communication content

  • Contact details

  • Follow-up information

We use this to:

  • Respond to enquiries

  • Provide support

  • Send service-related notifications

  • Send newsletters or promotional content (only with your opt-in consent)

You may unsubscribe at any time.


1.5 Technical Information

When using our website, we automatically collect technical data such as:

  • IP address

  • Browser type/version

  • Device identifiers

  • Operating system

  • Language settings

  • Pages visited

  • Time spent on pages

  • Interaction patterns

  • Geolocation (country/city level)

This is collected using cookies, analytics tools, and tracking technologies to:

  • Improve website functionality

  • Detect fraud or misuse

  • Analyse user behaviour

  • Personalise content

  • Maintain platform security


1.6 Legal & Compliance

We may process Personal Information to:

  • Detect and prevent fraud

  • Enforce legal rights

  • Protect our systems

  • Comply with laws and regulations


2. LEGAL BASES FOR PROCESSING (WHERE APPLICABLE)

Where applicable (e.g., under GDPR), we process Personal Information based on:

  • Your consent

  • Performance of a contract

  • Legitimate interests (e.g., security, analytics, service improvement)

  • Compliance with legal obligations

You may withdraw consent at any time by emailing info@topchoiceaustralia.com.


3. WHO WE SHARE PERSONAL INFORMATION WITH

We may share Personal Information with:

• Internal Teams

For operational, administrative, or service-related purposes.

• Service Providers

Including:

  • Hosting providers

  • Cloud storage (e.g., AWS)

  • Email providers

  • Analytics platforms (e.g., Google Analytics)

  • Marketing partners

  • Payment processors

  • Cybersecurity services

These parties process information strictly per our instructions and safeguards.

• Advertisers

We may share limited data for interest-based advertising. (See Cookies section.)

• Legal & Government Authorities

When required for:

  • Legal compliance

  • Criminal investigations

  • Security threats

• Business Transfers

If TopChoiceAustralia undergoes a merger, sale, acquisition, restructuring, or bankruptcy, Personal Information may be transferred.


4.DATA RETENTION

4.1 Retention

We retain Personal Information only as long as necessary for:

  • Operational purposes

  • Legal compliance

  • Tax and audit obligations

  • Dispute resolution

When data is no longer needed, we delete or anonymize it.

5. INTERNATIONAL DATA TRANSFERS

Your data may be transferred and stored outside your country, including regions with different privacy protections.

When transferring data internationally (e.g., from EU/UK), we rely on:

  • Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs)

  • Adequacy decisions

  • Other lawful mechanisms


6. YOUR RIGHTS

Depending on your jurisdiction, your privacy rights may include:

  • Right to access your data

  • Right to correct inaccurate data

  • Right to delete your data

  • Right to restrict processing

  • Right to object to processing

  • Right to withdraw consent

  • Right to data portability

  • Right to opt-out of targeted advertising

  • Right to non-discrimination for exercising your rights

To exercise your rights, email:
info@topchoiceaustralia.com


7. COOKIES

We use:

  • Session cookies

  • Persistent cookies

  • Web beacons

  • Tracking pixels

  • Local storage

These help us:

  • Deliver the website

  • Personalise content

  • Track usage

  • Improve advertising

  • Maintain security

For full details, see our Cookie Policy on TopChoiceAustralia.com.


8. MINORS

We do not knowingly collect Personal Information from individuals under the age of majority.
If you believe a minor has provided data, contact us immediately and we will remove it.


9. THIRD-PARTY LINKS

Our website may contain links to third-party sites.
We are not responsible for their privacy practices.
We recommend reviewing their respective policies before providing information.


10. U.S. RESIDENTS (ADDITIONAL RIGHTS)

If applicable, U.S. residents may have additional rights under state laws (e.g., CCPA).
We may collect identifiers, IP data, usage data, geolocation, and professional information.

We do not sell Personal Information but may share limited data with advertisers for cross-context behavioural advertising.

You may opt-out by contacting:
 info@topchoiceaustralia.com


11. CHANGES TO THIS PRIVACY POLICY

We may modify this Privacy Policy from time to time.
Updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date.

Continued use of the Services signifies acceptance of the updated policy.


12. CONTACT US

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, contact us:

info@topchoiceaustralia.com

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