This Privacy Policy explains how halionarexum ("we," "our," or "us") collects, uses, discloses, and protects your personal information when you use our venture building services and educational programs. This policy complies with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and Australian Privacy Principles (APPs).

Last updated: March 2025

Information We Collect

Personal Information

We collect personal information that you provide directly to us, including:

• Contact details (name, email address, phone number, postal address)
• Educational background and professional experience
• Payment information for program fees
• Communications with our team
• Program application materials and assessments

Technical Information

When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain technical information:

• IP address and device identifiers
• Browser type and operating system
• Pages visited and time spent on our site
• Referral sources and click patterns
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies

How We Use Your Information

Purpose	Legal Basis	Data Types
Program delivery and administration	Contract performance	Contact details, educational background
Communication and support	Legitimate interests	Contact details, communication records
Payment processing	Contract performance	Payment information, contact details
Website improvement	Legitimate interests	Technical information, usage data

Data Sharing and Disclosure

We may share your personal information in the following circumstances:

Service Providers

We work with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in delivering our programs. These include:

• Payment processors for handling program fees
• Cloud storage providers for secure data hosting
• Email service providers for program communications
• Analytics providers for website performance monitoring

All service providers are contractually bound to protect your information and use it only for specified purposes.

Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information where required by Australian law or to:

• Comply with legal obligations or court orders
• Protect our rights, property, or safety
• Prevent fraud or illegal activities
• Respond to regulatory inquiries

Your Rights and Choices

Data Security and Retention

We implement comprehensive security measures to protect your personal information:

• Encryption of data in transit and at rest
• Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments
• Access controls limiting data access to authorized personnel
• Secure backup systems and disaster recovery procedures
• Staff training on privacy and security best practices

Retention Periods

We retain your personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy:

• Program participant records: 7 years after program completion
• Financial records: 7 years as required by Australian tax law
• Marketing communications: Until you unsubscribe
• Website analytics data: 26 months maximum

International Transfers

Some of our service providers are located outside Australia. When we transfer your personal information overseas, we ensure adequate protection through:

• Contracts requiring equivalent privacy protection
• Transfers to countries with adequate privacy laws
• Compliance with Australian Privacy Principle 8

Cookies and Tracking

Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to improve your experience. You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect website functionality.

Types of Cookies We Use

• Essential cookies for website functionality
• Analytics cookies to understand site usage
• Preference cookies to remember your settings

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We'll notify you of significant changes by email or through a prominent notice on our website.

Complaints and Disputes

If you have concerns about how we handle your personal information, please contact us first. We'll investigate and respond promptly. If you're not satisfied with our response, you can lodge a complaint with the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC).