Privacy Policy
Last updated: January 2026
PowerChap Australia ("we," "us," or "our") operates the website www.powerchap.com.au (the "Site"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our Site. Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By using the Site, you consent to the data practices described in this policy.
1. Information We Collect
1.1 Information You Provide
We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide when you:
- Contact us via our contact form or email
- Subscribe to our newsletter (if applicable)
- Leave comments on our articles
- Participate in surveys or promotions
This information may include your name, email address, and any other information you choose to provide.
1.2 Information Automatically Collected
When you visit our Site, we may automatically collect certain information about your device and usage, including:
- IP address and approximate geographic location
- Browser type and version
- Operating system
- Referring website addresses
- Pages viewed and time spent on pages
- Date and time of visits
1.3 Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our Site. Cookies are small data files stored on your device. You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences.
2. How We Use Your Information
We may use the information we collect for various purposes, including:
- To respond to your inquiries and provide customer support
- To improve our Site and content
- To analyse usage patterns and optimize user experience
- To send periodic emails regarding updates to our content (with your consent)
- To detect and prevent fraud or technical issues
- To comply with legal obligations
3. Disclosure of Your Information
We may share your information in the following situations:
- Service Providers: We may share information with third-party service providers who assist us in operating our Site, such as hosting providers and analytics services.
- Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities.
- Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.
4. Affiliate Links and Third-Party Sites
Our Site contains affiliate links to third-party websites, including Amazon Australia. When you click on these links and make a purchase, we may earn a commission. These third-party sites have their own privacy policies, and we encourage you to review them. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites.
5. Data Security
We implement reasonable security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
6. Your Rights Under Australian Privacy Law
Under the Australian Privacy Act 1988, you have the right to:
- Access the personal information we hold about you
- Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
- Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal requirements)
- Opt out of receiving marketing communications
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the details provided below.
7. Children's Privacy
Our Site is not directed to individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us immediately.
8. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
9. Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
Email: contact@powerchap.com.au
Website: www.powerchap.com.au