Privacy Policy

At The Mooney Journal (https://themooneyjournal.com) (“The Mooney Journal”, “we”, “us”, or “our”), ABN: 50 181 247 291, we respect your privacy and are committed to managing your personal information in accordance with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.

By using our website and services (“Service”), you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy and our Terms and Conditions. Please review both documents carefully.

2. Data We Collect

We collect both anonymous and personal information to operate and improve our Service.

• Anonymous Data: Information such as web requests, IP address, browser type and language, and timestamps to monitor traffic and fix bugs.
• Personal Information: When you log in or create an account, we may collect your name, email address, and any optional information (e.g., profile photo or website link).
• Cookies: Used for session management and analytics. You can block or delete cookies, but this may require you to log in each time.
• Device and Usage Information: Including model, operating system, language, network, and browsing activity within The Mooney Journal.
• Location and Transaction Information: Where applicable, including purchases, dates, times, and order amounts.

Children under 18 should not use The Mooney Journal without direct adult supervision (18+). By using the Service, you confirm that you have the legal capacity to enter into a binding agreement.

3. Use of Information

We use your personal information to:

• Provide, operate, and improve the Service
• Communicate with you about updates or support
• Process transactions and maintain account access
• Ensure security and prevent fraud
• Comply with legal obligations

Uploaded documents are encrypted, and deleted content is permanently removed. We apply industry-standard security measures to prevent unauthorised access, alteration, or disclosure.

4. Data Sharing

We do not sell or rent your personal information. Data may be shared only:

• With your consent
• To fulfil your service requests or process payments
• To comply with Australian law, court orders, or legal processes
• To protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of others

Only aggregated and anonymised data may be shared with third-party analytics services such as Google Analytics. Users are responsible for reviewing third-party privacy policies.

5. Children

We do not knowingly collect personal information from persons under 18 years without parental consent. Minors may only provide personal information under direct adult supervision and parental approval.

6. Terms of Operation

Our Service is operated from Australia. By using The Mooney Journaloutside Australia, you consent to the processing of your personal information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

We may contact you by email or other means, including promotional messages. You can opt out of promotional communications at any time.

7. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will take effect once posted on this page. Continued use of the Service constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

8. Contact Us

For all enquiries regarding this Privacy Policy or how we manage your personal information, please use: The Mooney Journal contact form