Privacy Policy
This is the privacy policy ("Privacy Policy") that governs how US Sports Cards Australia/Check Out My Cards Australia use Personal Data (defined below) that we collect, receive and store about you in connection with your use of our website: https://ussportscardsaustralia.com.au/ and any other website or application that we operate (each, together with its sub-domains, content and services, a "Site").
You may choose whether or not to provide or disclose Personal Data in connection with your use of our Site. If you choose not to provide the Personal Data we request, you may still visit and use parts of our Site, but may be unable to access or use certain features, options, programs, and services. Our Site may contain links to third-party websites and services that are not owned or controlled by US Sports Cards Australia. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or the content of third party websites, services and advertisements, and you visit them at your own risk.
1. Introduction
Our dedication to privacy is unwavering, and we acknowledge the essential requirement for the proper safeguarding and administration of any Personal Data shared with us while utilising our Site. In the context of this Privacy Policy, "Personal Data" refers to any information that, on its own or in conjunction with other data, can be employed to personally identify an individual.
2. Changes to this Privacy Policy
We maintain the authority to modify the terms of this Privacy Policy at our discretion. You can determine the most recent update by checking the "Last Updated" label at the top of this page. Notice of significant changes to the Privacy Policy will be communicated to you as deemed appropriate in the given circumstances. UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED, ANY REVISIONS TO THIS PRIVACY POLICY WILL TAKE EFFECT IMMEDIATELY UPON BEING POSTED TO OUR SITE.
3. Personal Data Collected
3.1 Personal Data You Provide To Us On Our Site
a) Types of Personal Data
We and our service providers gather the specified Personal Data outlined below to facilitate the provision of our Site to you or due to legal obligations. Failure to furnish the requested Personal Data may impede our ability to offer you our Site. The Personal Data collected by us and our service providers encompasses, but is not restricted to:
- Your name
- Email address
- Address
- Company name
- Job title
- Phone number
- Communications directed to us
b) Instances of Personal Data Collection You may be obligated to supply us with specific information that qualifies as Personal Data through the following means:
- CONTACT INFORMATION
Throughout different sections of our Site and in printed materials, we offer you the chance to complete a form containing essential contact details, including your name, email, or mailing address. With your consent, USSCA/COMCA utilizes this information to update you on new products, technical details, services, and forthcoming events that might pique your interest.
Furthermore, if you wish, you can engage in a USSCA/COMCA email list server by subscribing through our Site or by reaching out directly to USSCA/COMCA staff. Opting out of these email list servers can be done by adhering to the unsubscribe instructions provided in the respective list email.
- ACCOUNT CREATION
When you create an account on our Site we may collect your name and email address.
- INFORMATION PROVIDED WHEN YOU PLACE AN ORDER
When you place an order with USSCA/COMCA we may collect your name, mailing address, email address, and phone number.
- PAYMENT INFORMATION
When you purchase services or products from us, third-party service providers acting on our behalf process payment information, including payment card details and billing and shipping addresses, to help us fulfill your orders. Any Personal Data collected by such third parties will be subject to the third parties' privacy policy, rather than this Privacy Policy.
- INFORMATION COLLECTED THROUGH VARIOUS FORMS
We and our service providers may collect Personal Data in a variety of ways, including: (i) through use of our Site, e.g., when you sign up for a newsletter or make a purchase; (ii) offline, such as when you attend one of our conventions or contact customer service; or (iii) from other sources, such as public databases, joint marketing partners, social media platforms (including from people with whom you are friends or otherwise connected) and from other third parties. In addition, if you elect to connect your social media account to our Site, certain Personal Data from your social media account will be shared with us, which may include Personal Data that is part of your profile or your friends' profiles.
- PERSONAL DATA YOU DISCLOSE RELATING TO OTHERS
If you disclose any Personal Data relating to other people to us or to our service providers in connection with our Site, you represent that you have the authority to do so and to permit us to use the information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
- SOCIAL MEDIA
We have collaborated with specific third-party social media providers to extend their social networking services to you via our Site. For instance, you can utilize third-party social networking services, including but not limited to Facebook, YouTube, and others, to share details about your experience on our Site with your friends and followers on those platforms. These social networking services may have the capability to gather information about you, encompassing your activities on our Site. They might also inform your friends, both on our Site and within the social networking services, of your status as a user of our Site or details about your utilization of our Site, following applicable laws and their respective privacy policies. If you opt to access or utilize third-party social networking services, we might receive information about you that you've shared with those services, including details about your contacts on those platforms.
You may also have the option to link an account from a social networking service (e.g., Facebook) to an account on our Site. This linkage allows you to use your credentials from the other service to log in to specific features on our Site. When you connect your account from a third-party service, we may gather information from those accounts, subject to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
Our Site incorporates Social Media Features ("Features"), such as the Facebook Like button, and widgets like the "Share" button or interactive mini-programs that operate on our site ("Widgets"). These Features may capture your IP address, identify the page you are viewing on our Site, and employ a cookie to facilitate proper Feature functionality. Features and Widgets are hosted either by a third party or directly on our Site. Your interactions with these Features and Widgets are governed by the privacy policy of the entity providing them.
3.2 Personal Data You Provide To Third Parties On Our Site. Please note that we use certain third party service providers on our Site to enhance your experience or deliver certain services. These providers may collect Personal Data about you in performing their services and/or functions on our Site.
3.3
3.3 Information Collected Automatically. Certain information on our Site is automatically collected through various software tools. We have a legitimate interest in utilising such information for log-in assistance, system administration, information security, abuse prevention, user trend tracking, and analysing the effectiveness of our Site. This automatically collected information, either alone or in combination with other data, may qualify as Personal Data. Some of our service providers (outlined in Section 5, below) may employ cookies or other methods to gather information about your use of our Site. These third parties may utilise these cookies or tracking methods for their own purposes by associating information about your use of our Site with any Personal Data they may possess. The utilisation of such information by a third party is subject to that third party's privacy policy.
a) Log Files On Our Site: The information within the log files includes internet protocol ("IP") addresses, browser type, Internet Service Provider (ISP), date/time stamp, referring/exit pages, clicked pages, and any other information your browser transmits to us.
b) Cookies: We use cookies to simplify interactions with our Site. When you visit our Site, our servers may send a cookie to your device. Cookies, by themselves, do not personally identify you; they merely recognise your web browser. Unless you opt to identify yourself by responding to a promotion, creating an account, or completing a web form, you remain anonymous to us.
We may use session-based and persistent cookies. Session cookies exist only during one session, disappearing when you close your browser or turn off your device. Persistent cookies remain on your device after you close your browser or turn it off. Note that disabling your browser's ability to accept cookies may affect your ability to fully use our Site.
c) Other Tracking Technologies: We may collect your IP address to monitor Site navigation regions. Additionally, web beacons, alone or with cookies, may compile information about your Site usage and email interactions with us.
d) Analytics Software Tools: Google Analytics helps analyse Site traffic. Opt-out using Google's browser plugin.
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The Purposes For Which We Use Personal Data. If you submit or we collect Personal Data through our Site, such data may be used to: (i) enhance Site and service functionality, (ii) facilitate product information, order fulfilment, and contact regarding Site-related services, (iii) communicate updates and promotional materials, (iv) authenticate your access, (v) for recruiting and human resources purposes, and (vi) ensure Site technical functionality and security.
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How We Disclose Personal Data. We do not disclose collected Personal Data unless stated otherwise or with consent.
5.1 Our Third Party Providers: We share Personal Data with third-party service providers for Site support, adhering to their privacy policies.
5.2 In the Event of Merger, Sale, or Change of Control: Personal Data may be transferred in case of a merger, acquisition, sale, or change of control.
5.3 Other Disclosures: We may disclose Personal Data if necessary to comply with laws, enforce terms of use, address fraud, or protect rights and safety.
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Retention of Personal Data. We retain Personal Data as needed to fulfill defined purposes and comply with applicable law.
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Your Rights. If you have an account, you can access/edit certain Personal Data. For requests or concerns, contact privacy@comc.com. You may also opt-out of promotional emails.
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Data Security. While we employ industry standards for Personal Data protection, absolute security cannot be guaranteed.
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Children's Privacy. Our Site is not intended for children under 18; we don't intend to collect Personal Data from those under 18.
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How We Respond to Do Not Track Signals. We currently do not respond to web browser "do not track" signals.
11. How We Respond to Do Not Track Signals.
USSCA does not currently respond or take any action with respect to web browser "do not track" signals or other mechanisms that provide consumers the ability to exercise choice regarding the collection of Personal Data about an individual consumer's online activities over time and across third-party websites or online services.
ussportscardsaustralia.com.au
Pottsville, NSW 2489
Australia
13. Contacting Us.
Any comments, concerns, complaints, or questions regarding our Privacy Policy may be addressed to ross@ussportscardsaustralia.com.au