Introduction
Small Trades Magazine (“we”, “us”, “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This policy explains what personal data we collect, why we collect it and how we use and protect it.
Information we collect
- Visitor data: server logs, IP address (anonymized where possible), browser and device information, and pages visited for analytics and site performance.
- Cookies and similar technologies: to deliver site functionality, analyze usage, and serve optional personalised content or advertising (see cookie section below).
- Newsletter & contact forms: name and email address you supply when subscribing or contacting us. We use these only to send requested communications or reply to enquiries.
- Third-party data: information collected by service providers we use (analytics, email providers) — see “Third-party services” below.
How we use your data
- To operate, secure and improve the site.
- To provide the newsletter and respond to enquiries (only when you request those services).
- To comply with legal obligations and protect our rights.
Legal basis (where applicable)
Depending on your jurisdiction, our lawful basis for processing includes consent (for newsletters and optional cookies), legitimate interests (site analytics, security), and compliance with legal obligations.
Cookies
We use cookies and similar technologies for essential site functions and to analyze site usage. You can control cookie settings in your browser. For analytics and marketing cookies we use third-party services that may set cookies on our behalf. If you need details about specific cookie categories, please contact reach@smalltrades.com.au.
Third-party services
We use trusted third-party providers for analytics, hosting and email (for example: Google Analytics, your hosting provider, and your newsletter provider). These providers have their own privacy policies; we recommend reviewing them to understand how they use data.
Data retention
We retain personal data only as long as necessary to fulfil the purpose for which it was collected (for example: to send newsletters while you remain subscribed) or to meet legal obligations. If you wish to unsubscribe or request deletion, contact reach@smalltrades.com.au.
Your rights
Depending on your jurisdiction you may have rights to access, correct, restrict or delete your personal information, and to object to certain processing. To exercise these rights, contact reach@smalltrades.com.au. We will respond in line with applicable law.
Security
We implement reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect personal data. However, no transmission or storage can be guaranteed 100% secure — if you have concerns about a security incident, contact us immediately.
Children
Our site is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected such information, contact us at reach@smalltrades.com.au and we will take steps to remove it.
Changes to this policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time. We will post the updated policy here with a revised “Last updated” date.
Contact
Questions, requests or concerns: reach@smalltrades.com.au.