1. Information I Collect

I collect personal information only when necessary for the research I conduct. This may include:

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Personal Information: Name, age, gender, contact details (e.g., email, phone number), and occupation.

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Participants in my research may have the option to remain anonymous or use a pseudonym, but this may not always be possible (e.g., if I collect contact details from third parties or when identifiable data is needed for the research).

 

2. How I Collect Personal Information

I primarily collect personal information directly from you when you participate in my research projects. In some cases, I may collect information from third parties (e.g., client-recommended participants). I will inform you if this happens and explain the context in which your information is collected.

 

3. How I Use Your Information

Your personal information will only be used for the following purposes related to my research:

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• Collecting responses.

• Communicating with you about the research process.

• Reporting research findings in an anonymised or aggregated form (unless you’ve consented to identifiable information).

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I will not use or disclose your personal information for advertising, marketing, or promotional activities. If you have previously declined participation, I may contact you again if I have a valid reason relating to the research.

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4. Disclosure of Personal Information

I will not disclose your personal information to third parties unless:

I have your explicit consent, or I am required by law (e.g., court orders or legal obligations).

 

5. Accessing and Correcting Your Information

You have the right to request access to the personal information I hold about you. If you believe your information is inaccurate, incomplete, or outdated, you can request corrections. I will take reasonable steps to provide access or make necessary corrections.

 

6. Security of Your Information

I take reasonable measures to ensure your personal information is secure, including:

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• Storing data in secure, encrypted systems.

• Restricting access to authorised personnel.

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However, please note that while I take steps to protect your data, no method of data transmission or storage is 100% secure.

 

7. Data Retention and Deletion

I will retain your personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purpose for which it was collected. Once your information is no longer needed for research purposes, I will either securely delete or de-identify the data.

 

8. Opting Out and Withdrawing Consent

If at any time you wish to opt out of a research project or withdraw your consent to use your personal information, you can do so by contacting me at the details provided below.

 

9. Questions or Complaints

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to make a complaint regarding your personal information, please contact me via the enquiry form on my website. I will investigate your concerns and respond promptly.

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If you are not satisfied with my response or feel that your privacy rights have been violated, you may contact the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) at:

Phone: 1300 363 992

Email: enquiries@oaic.gov.au

 

Changes to This Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated from time to time to reflect changes in my practices or legal requirements. Any updates will be posted on my website or communicated to you directly.