Last Updated: 01/03/2025

1. Introduction and Overview

1.1 This Privacy Policy explains how MINI FUNC PTY LTD (ABN: 91680385611) (referred to as “we”, “us”, or “our”) collects, uses, discloses, and protects your personal information when you use our website and services.

1.2 We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal information in accordance with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth), the Australian Privacy Principles, and other applicable privacy laws.

1.3 By accessing or using our website or services, you consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of your personal information as described in this Privacy Policy.

2. Definitions

In this Privacy Policy:

2.1 “Personal Information” means information or an opinion about an identified individual, or an individual who is reasonably identifiable, whether the information or opinion is true or not, and whether the information or opinion is recorded in a material form or not.

2.2 “Sensitive Information” means information or an opinion about an individual’s racial or ethnic origin, political opinions, membership of a political association, religious beliefs or affiliations, philosophical beliefs, membership of a professional or trade association, membership of a trade union, sexual orientation or practices, criminal record, health information, genetic information, biometric information, or biometric templates.

2.3 “Website” means the website operated by MINI FUNC PTY LTD at www.minifunc.com.au.

2.4 “Services” means all products, services, content, features, technologies, or functions offered by MINI FUNC PTY LTD.

3. Information We Collect

3.1 Personal Information

We may collect the following types of personal information:

• Name, address, email address, and phone number
• Payment information and transaction details
• Delivery and shipping information
• Account details and purchase history
• Communications with us
• Device information, including IP address and browser details
• Location information
• Any other information you provide to us

3.2 Collection Methods

We collect personal information in various ways, including:

• When you create an account or place an order
• When you contact our customer service
• When you subscribe to our newsletter or marketing communications
• When you participate in surveys, competitions, or promotions
• Through cookies and similar technologies when you use our website
• From third parties such as payment processors and delivery partners

4. How We Use Your Information

4.1 We collect and use your personal information for the following purposes:

• To process and fulfill your orders
• To manage your account and provide customer support
• To communicate with you about your orders, account, or inquiries
• To personalize your shopping experience
• To send you marketing communications (with your consent)
• To improve our website and services
• To conduct research and analysis
• To comply with our legal obligations
• To prevent fraud and ensure the security of our website
• For other purposes as notified to you at the time of collection

5. Disclosure of Your Information

5.1 We may disclose your personal information to:

• Service providers who assist us in operating our business (e.g., payment processors, delivery services, IT service providers)
• Professional advisors such as lawyers, accountants, and insurers
• Regulatory authorities, government agencies, law enforcement bodies, and courts where required by law
• Third parties in connection with a potential or actual sale, merger, or acquisition of our business
• Other third parties with your consent

5.2 We take reasonable steps to ensure third parties who receive your personal information from us protect it and only use it for the specific purposes we authorize.

6. Overseas Disclosure

6.1 We may disclose your personal information to overseas recipients, including service providers located in [list relevant countries, if applicable].

6.2 When we disclose your personal information overseas, we take reasonable steps to ensure the overseas recipient does not breach the Australian Privacy Principles in relation to your personal information.

7. Security of Your Information

7.1 We take reasonable steps to protect your personal information from misuse, interference, loss, and unauthorized access, modification, or disclosure.

7.2 We use a variety of security measures, including:

• Encryption of transmission and storage of data
• Secure server infrastructure
• Access controls and authentication procedures
• Regular security assessments
• Staff training on privacy and security practices

7.3 While we take reasonable steps to protect your personal information, no data transmission over the internet or storage system can be guaranteed to be 100% secure. If you have reason to believe that your interaction with us is no longer secure, please contact us immediately.

8. Cookies and Similar Technologies

8.1 We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience on our website, analyze website traffic, and personalize content.

8.2 Types of cookies we use:

• Essential cookies: Required for the operation of our website
• Analytical/performance cookies: Allow us to recognize and count visitors and see how they move around our website
• Functionality cookies: Recognize you when you return to our website
• Targeting cookies: Record your visit to our website, the pages you visit, and the links you follow

8.3 You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, blocking certain cookies may impact the functionality of our website.

9. Marketing Communications

9.1 With your consent, we may send you marketing communications about our products, services, promotions, and events that may be of interest to you.

9.2 You can opt out of receiving marketing communications at any time by:

• Clicking the “unsubscribe” link in any marketing email
• Updating your communication preferences in your account settings
• Contacting our Customer Service team

10. Accessing and Correcting Your Information

10.1 You have the right to access, correct, or update your personal information held by us.

10.2 To access or correct your personal information, please contact us using the details provided in Section 14 of this Privacy Policy.

10.3 We will respond to your request within a reasonable timeframe (usually within 30 days).

10.4 In certain circumstances, we may refuse to provide access to or correct your personal information as permitted by law. If this occurs, we will provide you with reasons for the refusal.

11. Data Retention

11.1 We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, to comply with our legal obligations, or to resolve disputes.

11.2 When personal information is no longer needed for the purpose for which it was collected, we take reasonable steps to destroy or permanently de-identify it, unless retention is required by law.

12. Children’s Privacy

12.1 Our website and services are not directed to children under the age of 18.

12.2 We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 18 without verification of parental consent, we will take steps to remove that information from our servers.

13. Changes to This Privacy Policy

13.1 We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements.

13.2 We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated Privacy Policy on our website and changing the “Last Updated” date at the top of this Privacy Policy.

13.3 We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.

14. Contact Us

14.1 If you have any questions, concerns, or complaints about this Privacy Policy or our handling of your personal information, please contact us at:

• Email: hello@minifunc.com.au
• Mail: 11 Carson Street, Mulgrave, VIC, 3170

14.2 We take all complaints seriously and will respond to your complaint within a reasonable timeframe.

15. External Dispute Resolution

15.1 If you are not satisfied with our response to your complaint, you may refer your complaint to:

Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC)
Website: www.oaic.gov.au
Phone: 1300 363 992
Email: enquiries@oaic.gov.au

16. Governing Law

16.1 This Privacy Policy is governed by the laws of Victoria, Australia, and you submit to the non-exclusive jurisdiction of the courts exercising jurisdiction in Victoria.