Privacy Policy
Effective date: January 8th, 2024
the-pick.com.au is a publication of Metrix Publications Pty Ltd operating under Australian ABN 53 623 273 576 is committed to the privacy of all site visitors.
The purpose of this Privacy Policy is to educate site visitors on how information is collected, distributed and disclosed on this website. By educating our users on their privacy options they can make informed decisions on the level of information they provide. The goal is to provide site visitors with a satisfying experience, providing you with full control over the level of privacy you wish to attain.
1. About our Privacy Policy
Metrix Publications Pty Ltd (Metrix), Chapter One Advisors, The Pick & TechInvest respects and safeguards the privacy of its Users and visitors to any of its associated websites. This Privacy Policy aims to inform Users about the information collected, its usage, and the protection of their information. It describes our practices regarding information collected on our Website and related services, to be read alongside our Website Terms and Conditions.
By accessing and utilizing our Services, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy. Should you disagree with any part of this policy, please refrain from using our Services.
We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy as needed, providing notifications of changes in accordance with legal obligations. Material alterations will be communicated via email or notices on our Services prior to becoming effective.
We define certain terms used in this Policy within Section 2.
Please take a moment to review this Privacy Policy. For any inquiries, please contact us on the associated 'Contact Us' page.
Definitions
In this Privacy Policy, unless stated otherwise:
Personal Information: Refers to data reasonably identifying Users of our Services, including names, addresses, dates of birth, gender, email addresses, and telephone numbers, among other individual preferences.
Services: Encompasses all services governed by Metrix, including but not limited to those described in this Privacy Policy.
User: An individual or entity agreeing to our Terms and Conditions, accessing our Services through our Website.
Website: Refers to any of our websites and any other Websites operated by us.
Governing Law
All companies adhere to the Australian Privacy Principles as outlined in the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and ISO/IEC 27001:2013 (Information Security Management System) to protect Users' and visitors' privacy.
Who Does this Privacy Policy apply to?
This Privacy Policy applies to all Users of The Pick, TechInvest, Chapter One Services, including individuals, businesses, and legal entities.
Consent
By using our services, you consent to this Privacy Policy and its practices. Additional disclosures related to this Policy will complement and expand upon information management practices or offer further clarification for specific practices. Should you disagree with or feel uncomfortable about any part of this Policy, cease using our Services immediately.
This page informs you of our policies regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of personal data when you use our Service and the choices you have associated with that data.
We use your data to provide and improve the Service. By using the Service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. Unless otherwise defined in this Privacy Policy, terms used in this Privacy Policy have the same meanings as in our Terms and Conditions, accessible from https://metrixpublishing.com/terms-conditions/.
Collection of Personal Information
We periodically receive and stores personal information provided on our Website, through direct interaction, or via other forms. This policy encompasses all voluntarily submitted Personal Information and data obtained from our partners. However, it does not apply to anonymized data that cannot identify you.
You might provide basic details like your name, phone number, address, or email to enable us to send information, updates, or process service orders. We may collect additional information when you log in, change preferences, interact with our support team, or provide financial details. The collected data might include (but limited to):
- Personal Identification Information: Full name, date of birth, contact details, and email.
- Formal Identification Information: National identity card details, photographic identification, investment interests or visa information.
- Online Identifiers: Geo-location, browser information, device ID, and IP addresses.
- Usage Data: Survey responses, authentication data and data collected via cookies.
Additionally, information provided while interacting with us or connecting contact list information on your device with your Account may also be collected. We commit to using your Personal Information solely for disclosed purposes unless otherwise authorized by you.
How do we collect your Personal Information?
We gather Personal Information through electronic or in-person interactions, your access to our Website/Services, and when providing Services. Occasionally, we receive Personal Information from third parties, safeguarding it as outlined in this Policy.
From time to time, we automatically receive and store information when you interact with our Website or Services. While this may not directly reveal your identity, it includes device-specific data like hardware details, operating system, browser information, and IP address or device identifier.
Usage of Personal Information
Our primary aim in collecting your Personal Information is to enhance user experience and improve our products and services by better understanding your needs. We utilize this data:
- To comply with national and international regulations.
- To provide Services and share updates.
- For marketing purposes, tailoring communications to your preferences.
- To inform you about new products, services, or opportunities.
Our marketing activities might involve overseas operations for managing direct marketing lists. You retain the right to opt-out of our marketing communications at any time.
How will we communicate with you?
We might contact you via various methods such as phone, email, SMS, mail, or push notifications. Our communications comply with regulations like the SPAM Act 2003 (Cth) and offer options to unsubscribe from marketing materials. Necessary communications about changes to Services are sent even if you opt-out of marketing.
Third Party Disclosure
We might disclose information to third parties assisting in data analysis to manage, support, improve, or expand our business and services. Additionally, we may disclose Personal Information:
- As required by law, court order, or law enforcement.
- To safeguard copyrights, trademarks, or legal rights.
- In the context of business changes or asset transfers.
Personal and non-personal information might be stored, processed, or transferred across different countries. By providing us with your Personal Information, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy.
Security of your Personal Information
We're committed to securing the information you provide by implementing physical, electronic, and managerial measures to prevent unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse. However, transmission and exchange of information occur at your own risk. Although we take reasonable security measures, electronic databases might still be susceptible to errors or intrusions. If you suspect data insecurity, please contact us promptly.
Retention of your Personal Information
Upon terminating Services, we retain Personal Information as part of standard backup procedures in an aggregated format.
Complaints about Privacy
We take privacy complaints seriously and respond promptly upon receiving written notice of your complaint.
Changes to our Privacy Policy
We reserve the right to modify the Privacy Policy at any time, with all modifications effective immediately upon posting on our Website or noticeboard. Amendments to the Privacy Policy will be notified promptly via email.
Cookies and Third-Party Sites
When visiting our Website or using Services, we collect certain information to analyze and improve our Services. Cookies might be used to enhance visitor experience or for serving relevant ads through third-party services. Our Website might have links to third-party sites, but we're not responsible for their Privacy Practices.
Contact Us
If you have any queries regarding our policies or personal information procedures, feel free to contact us via the associated 'Contact Us' page on our website.