Privacy Policy
At Sound Sites, your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information in accordance with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs).
Who We Are
Sound Sites is operated as a sole trader business based in Queensland, Australia. We specialise in website development services for small businesses and startups.
What Personal Information We Collect
We may collect the following personal information when voluntarily submitted through our contact form:
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Name
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Email address
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Phone number
We do not collect sensitive information, nor do we intentionally collect information from individuals under the age of 18.
How We Collect Information
Personal information is collected directly from you when you:
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Fill out the contact form on our website
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Communicate with us via email
We may also use cookies or similar technologies in the future to improve user experience and analyse website traffic. This policy will be updated if and when cookies are implemented.
Why We Collect Your Information
We collect personal information solely to:
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Respond to your inquiries
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Communicate about our services
In future, we may use your information to send newsletters or marketing updates, but only if you opt in. You will always have the option to unsubscribe.
How We Store and Protect Your Information
Personal information is stored securely via the Wix platform and directed to our business email account (hosted by Google). We take reasonable steps to protect your data from misuse, interference, loss, unauthorised access, modification, or disclosure.
In the future, we may integrate third-party platforms such as:
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Customer Relationship Management (CRM) tools
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Email marketing services (e.g., Klaviyo)
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Analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics)
When this occurs, we will ensure all third-party providers are compliant with Australian privacy standards.
Disclosure of Information
We do not sell or rent your personal information. We may disclose your information to trusted third parties such as service providers (e.g., CRM, email platforms), but only where necessary and with appropriate privacy safeguards in place.
Some data may be stored or processed offshore depending on our service providers (e.g., Wix, Google). We ensure that any international data transfers comply with Australian privacy laws.
Access & Correction
You can request access to your personal information or ask us to correct it at any time by contacting us at hello@soundsites.com.au
Privacy Concerns & Complaints
If you have a concern or complaint about how your personal information is handled, please contact us. We will respond promptly and in accordance with the Privacy Act. If you're not satisfied with our response, you can lodge a complaint with the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC).
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes to our practices or legal requirements. The latest version will always be available on our website.
