Privacy Policy

Last Updated: January 2026

At Find a Dog Minder ("we", "our", or "us"), we are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website www.findadogminder.com.au.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Personal Information

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide when you:

  • Submit a contact form enquiry
  • Submit a dog park suggestion
  • Subscribe to our newsletter (if applicable)
  • Leave a review or comment

This information may include your name, email address, and any other information you choose to provide.

1.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect certain information about your device and usage, including:

  • IP address
  • Browser type and version
  • Operating system
  • Pages visited and time spent on pages
  • Referring website
  • Date and time of visits

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Respond to your enquiries and provide customer support
  • Process dog park submissions and update our directory
  • Improve our website and user experience
  • Analyse website usage and trends
  • Send you updates about our services (with your consent)
  • Comply with legal obligations

3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our website. Cookies are small data files stored on your device that help us:

  • Remember your preferences and settings
  • Understand how you use our website
  • Improve our services based on this information

You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect your ability to use certain features of our website.

3.1 Third-Party Cookies

We may use third-party services that place cookies on your device, including:

  • Google Analytics: To analyse website traffic and usage patterns
  • Google AdSense: To display relevant advertisements

These third parties have their own privacy policies governing how they use this information.

4. Advertising

We may display advertisements on our website through Google AdSense and other advertising partners. These services may use cookies to display ads based on your interests and browsing history. You can opt out of personalised advertising by visiting:

5. Information Sharing and Disclosure

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

  • Service Providers: With trusted third parties who assist us in operating our website
  • Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
  • Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets

6. 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.

7. Your Rights

Under Australian privacy law, you have the right to:

  • Access the 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 below.

8. Children's Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us immediately.

9. Links to Other Websites

Our website may contain links to third-party websites, including Google Maps. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to read their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting the new policy on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

11. Contact Us

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

  • Email: privacy@findadogminder.com.au
  • Website: Contact Form

12. Australian Privacy Principles

We comply with the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs) contained in the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth). For more information about your privacy rights in Australia, visit the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner.