Effective Date: 21st May 2025
Website: https://herebenerds.com
Owner/Operator: Morgan Maurer Holdings Pty Ltd
1. Introduction
This Privacy Policy outlines how HereBeNerds (“we”, “us”, “our”) collects, stores, uses, and discloses your personal information in accordance with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and, where applicable, the Information Privacy Act 2009 (QLD).
By using our website, creating an account, or submitting any information (including comments or images), you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
2. What Personal Information We Collect
We may collect and store the following types of personal information:
- Account Information: Username, email address, password (hashed), and optional profile data
- Uploaded Content: Comments, text, images, or other media submitted to the website
- Technical Data: IP addresses, browser type, device information, and access logs
- Communication: Emails or messages sent to us directly
We do not intentionally collect sensitive information (e.g., health, biometric, or political data) unless explicitly provided by you and required for a specific function.
3. User-Generated Content and Personal Information
Users may upload comments or images that contain personal information, including names, contact details, or identifying content.
We do not actively monitor or moderate all content before it is made publicly visible. Therefore, we do not have control over what personal information users may include in their submissions.
However, if any personal information is found to have been published in violation of this policy or relevant laws, we will remove or redact the content within 5 business days of receiving a written request or notification via our contact channels.
To report personal information that has been posted without consent, contact us at:
📧 admin@herebenerds.com.au
4. How We Collect Your Information
We collect information in the following ways:
- When you create an account or log in
- When you upload content (e.g. comments, posts, images)
- When you contact us via email or online forms
- Through standard web analytics (e.g., Google Analytics or similar)
5. Why We Collect Your Information
We collect and use your personal information for the following purposes:
- To enable and manage user accounts
- To allow submission and display of user-generated content
- To moderate uploaded content in accordance with our Terms of Use
- To communicate with users about changes, updates, or technical issues
- To analyse site usage and improve functionality and security
- To comply with legal obligations or requests from lawful authorities
6. Disclosure of Your Information
We do not sell your personal information. We may disclose your information:
- To trusted third-party service providers (e.g., web hosting, analytics, content moderation)
- When required by law or regulatory authorities
- To protect our legal rights, users, or the public
- With your consent or as otherwise disclosed at the time of collection
Some service providers may be located outside Australia, and your data may be transferred to jurisdictions with different privacy protections.
7. Storage and Retention
Your personal data is stored on secure servers located in Australia and/or countries with comparable data protection laws. We take reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect your information from misuse, interference, loss, and unauthorised access.
Retention periods:
- User accounts are stored until the user deletes the account or requests deletion
- Uploaded content (e.g. comments/images) may be retained indefinitely for historical or community archive purposes, unless deleted by you or removed under moderation
- Analytics and logs are stored for a maximum of 12 months unless required for longer periods for security or compliance
8. Cookies and Tracking
We use cookies and similar technologies to improve website functionality and user experience. Cookies may collect usage statistics and session data. You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings.
9. Your Rights
Under Australian privacy law, you have the right to:
- Access your personal information
- Correct inaccurate or outdated information
- Request deletion of your data (subject to moderation and archival policies)
- Complain about a breach of privacy
To make a request or complaint, contact us via the details below.
10. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to external sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party websites.
11. 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 the website after changes indicates your acceptance of the updated policy.
12. Contact Us
If you have questions, requests, or complaints regarding this Privacy Policy, contact:
Email: admin@herebenerds.com.au
ABN (if applicable): 44 682 102 594
You may also lodge a complaint with the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) at www.oaic.gov.au.