Last updated: June 2025
This Privacy Policy explains how offsetcalculator.com.au ("we", "us", "our") handles information when you use our website. We are committed to protecting your privacy and complying with the Australian Privacy Principles under the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth).
1. Information We Collect
We collect very little personal information. Specifically:
- Contact form: If you contact us, we collect the name, email address and message you provide.
- Calculator inputs: The numbers you enter into our calculators are processed in your browser only. We do not store, save, or transmit your loan figures to our servers.
- Analytics data: We may collect anonymous usage data such as pages visited, time on site, browser type, and approximate location through tools like Google Analytics and Google Search Console.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Respond to enquiries you send via the contact form
- Understand how visitors use our site so we can improve it
- Maintain the security and performance of the website
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties.
3. Cookies and Advertising
This website may use cookies — small files stored on your device — to improve your experience and for analytics. You can disable cookies in your browser settings at any time.
We may display advertising through third-party networks such as Google AdSense. These providers may use cookies to show ads based on your prior visits to this and other websites. You can opt out of personalised Google advertising by visiting Google Ads Settings.
4. Third-Party Services
We use the following third-party services that may process limited data:
- Formspree — processes contact form submissions
- Google Analytics & Search Console — anonymous usage analytics
- Google AdSense — advertising (if enabled)
- GitHub Pages — website hosting
Each of these has its own privacy policy governing how they handle data.
5. Data Security
We take reasonable steps to protect any information collected. Our website uses HTTPS encryption. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
6. Access and Correction
You have the right to request access to any personal information we hold about you, and to request corrections. To do so, please contact us.
7. Children's Privacy
This website is not directed at children under 18 and we do not knowingly collect information from them.
8. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.
9. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your information, please get in touch via our contact page.