Model Railway Club
Privacy Statement
This Privacy statement for the Yarra Valley Model Railway Club Inc is effect from 25th May 2023
1)Introduction
At Yarra Valley Model Railway Club, we are committed to protecting the privacy and security of our users' personal information. This Privacy Report outlines the types of information we collect, how we use and safeguard that information, and your rights regarding your personal data when using our website. We strive to be transparent about our data practices and ensure compliance with applicable data protection laws and regulations.
2)Information Collection
2.1)Personal Information
When you visit our website, we may collect certain personal information that you voluntarily provide to us, such as your name, email address, contact details, and any other information you choose to provide through contact forms or registration processes.
2.2)Usage Information
We may also gather non-personal information about your interactions with our website. This includes your IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URLs, pages visited, and other browsing activities. This information is collected through the use of cookies and similar technologies and helps us analyse trends, administer the site, and improve user experience.
3)Use of Information
We may use the information we collect for the following purposes:
To provide and personalise our services to you
To respond to your inquiries, feedback, or support requests
To send you administrative or promotional communications
To analyse and improve our website's performance and functionality
To prevent fraud and ensure the security of our website
To comply with applicable laws, regulations, or legal processes
4)Data Sharing and Disclosure
We understand the importance of keeping your personal information private and will not sell, rent, or lease your information to third parties. However, we may share your information in the following circumstances:
With trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website and services, subject to strict confidentiality agreements
If required by law, legal process, or to protect our rights, safety, or property
In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, where your information may be transferred to the acquiring entity
5)Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience and collect information about how you use the site. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us recognise you and remember your preferences. You can modify your browser settings to control or disable cookies, but this may affect the functionality of certain features on our website.
6)Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal information from unauthorised access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, please be aware that no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security of your data.
7)Your Rights
You have certain rights regarding your personal information under applicable data protection laws, which may include the right to access, rectify, erase, restrict processing, and object to the processing of your data. To exercise these rights or make any related inquiries, please contact us using the information provided below.
8)External Links
Our website may contain links to external sites that are not operated by us. We have no control over the content and practices of these sites and are not responsible for their privacy policies. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any external sites you visit through our website.
9)Updates to this Privacy Report
We may update this Privacy Report periodically to reflect changes in our data practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the revised Privacy Report on our website, and the effective date will be updated accordingly.
10)Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding your privacy or this Privacy Report, please contact us at:
Yarra Valley Model Railway Club Inc
105 Maroondah Hwy
Lilydale, Vic, 3014
info@yvmrc.org.au