PRIVACY POLICY 

Effective Date: 1st April 2025

Wattle Gum Homeschool values your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information when you visit our website at https://wattlegumhs.com.au purchase a subscription, or interact with our resources.

By using our site, you consent to the practices described below.

1. What Information We Collect

We collect only the information necessary to provide our services effectively and improve your experience. This may include:

Personal Information:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Billing and shipping details

  • Account login details

Technical Information:

  • IP address

  • Browser type and version

  • Pages visited and time spent on site

  • Referring website

We do not collect sensitive personal data (e.g. health, ethnicity, government ID numbers).

2. How We Collect Information

Information is collected when you:

  • Create an account or subscribe

  • Fill out a form (e.g. contact or newsletter signup)

  • Purchase a product or service

  • Browse our site (via cookies and analytics tools)

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Provide access to subscriber-only content

  • Respond to inquiries and provide support

  • Process transactions and send receipts

  • Improve our website and services

  • Communicate important updates, if opted in

We do not sell, rent, or trade your information to third parties.

4. Cookies and Analytics

We use cookies and analytics tools (such as Google Analytics) to improve website performance and understand visitor behavior. Cookies help us remember your preferences and enhance your browsing experience.

You can disable cookies through your browser settings, but some features of the site may not work as intended.

5. Third-Party Services

We may use trusted third-party services to process payments (e.g. Stripe, PayPal), deliver emails (e.g. MailerLite, Mailchimp), or provide website hosting. These providers have their own privacy policies, which we encourage you to review.

We only share information with third parties as necessary to deliver our services.

6. Data Storage and Security

We take appropriate security measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure.

Your personal data is stored on secure servers and is accessible only by those who need it to perform site-related functions.

7. Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

  • Access or update your personal information

  • Request deletion of your data

  • Unsubscribe from email communications at any time

To make a request, please contact us using the information below.

8. Children’s Privacy

Our website and resources are intended for use by parents, guardians, and educators. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16 without parental consent.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Continued use of our site implies acceptance of the revised policy.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact:

Email: erin@wattlegumhs.com.au

Wattle Gum Homeschool ABN:67181238646 is committed to protecting your privacy and supporting your homeschooling journey with integrity and transparency.