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Privacy Policy

Your privacy is important to us. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.

Last Updated: January 15, 2025 Effective Date: January 15, 2025 Complies with Australian Privacy Act

Privacy at a Glance

Quick overview of our privacy practices

SAFE

Secure Storage

Your data is encrypted and stored on secure Australian servers

CTRL

Your Control

Manage your data preferences and opt out anytime

NONE

No Sale

We never sell your personal information to third parties

AUST

Australian Laws

Full compliance with Australian Privacy Principles

Table of Contents

Our Privacy Commitment

At LottoPicksAu, we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our platform and services. We comply with the Australian Privacy Act 1988 and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs).

1. Information We Collect

Personal Information You Provide

We collect information you voluntarily provide when you:

  • Create an account: Name, email address, date of birth, phone number
  • Make purchases: Payment information, billing address
  • Contact us: Support inquiries, feedback, correspondence
  • Verify your identity: Government-issued ID, proof of address
  • Participate in promotions: Survey responses, competition entries

Information Automatically Collected

When you use our platform, we automatically collect:

  • Device information: IP address, browser type, device type, operating system
  • Usage data: Pages visited, time spent, clicks, search terms
  • Location data: General geographic location (city/state level)
  • Transaction data: Purchase history, ticket numbers, draw results
  • Performance data: Site speed, error logs, system diagnostics

Information from Third Parties

We may receive information from:

  • Payment processors: Transaction status, fraud prevention data
  • Identity verification services: Age and identity confirmation
  • Marketing partners: Demographic and interest data (with consent)
  • Social media platforms: Public profile information (if you connect accounts)

2. How We Use Your Information

Service Provision

  • Create and manage your account
  • Process lottery ticket purchases and payments
  • Conduct draws and distribute prizes
  • Provide customer support and respond to inquiries
  • Send transactional communications (confirmations, receipts, results)

Legal & Safety

  • Verify your age and identity as required by law
  • Prevent fraud, money laundering, and other illegal activities
  • Comply with regulatory requirements and reporting obligations
  • Enforce our terms of service and protect our rights
  • Respond to legal requests and court orders

Service Improvement

  • Analyze usage patterns to improve our platform
  • Develop new features and services
  • Conduct research and analytics
  • Monitor system performance and security
  • Test new functionality and user interfaces

Marketing & Communications (With Consent)

  • Send promotional offers and lottery information
  • Personalize marketing content based on your preferences
  • Conduct surveys and research studies
  • Invite participation in special promotions or events

3. Information Sharing

4. Data Security

Technical Safeguards

  • 256-bit SSL encryption for data transmission
  • AES-256 encryption for data at rest
  • Regular security audits and penetration testing
  • Multi-factor authentication for admin access
  • Automated security monitoring and alerts

Operational Safeguards

  • Access controls and role-based permissions
  • Regular staff training on data protection
  • Secure data centers in Australia
  • Backup and disaster recovery procedures
  • Incident response and breach notification plans

Important Security Notice

While we implement robust security measures, no system is 100% secure. We encourage you to use strong passwords, enable two-factor authentication where available, and report any suspicious activity immediately.

5. Your Privacy Rights

Under Australian privacy law, you have the following rights regarding your personal information:

Access Rights

Request access to the personal information we hold about you, including how it's used and who it's shared with.

Correction Rights

Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal information we hold about you.

Deletion Rights

Request deletion of your personal information, subject to legal and regulatory requirements.

Portability Rights

Request a copy of your personal information in a structured, machine-readable format.

Opt-Out Rights

Opt out of marketing communications and data processing for marketing purposes.

Complaint Rights

Lodge a complaint about our privacy practices with us or the Australian Privacy Commissioner.

How to Exercise Your Rights

To exercise any of these rights, contact our Privacy Officer:

Phone: 1800 MY LOTTO
Response Time: Within 30 days

6. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience on our platform.

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy and as required by law.

Retention Periods

Account Information

Basic profile and contact details

While account is active + 7 years
Transaction Records

Purchase history and payments

7 years (regulatory requirement)
Identity Verification

ID documents and verification data

7 years (AML/CTF compliance)
Marketing Data

Preferences and communication history

Until consent withdrawn
Usage Analytics

Anonymized usage patterns

2 years (anonymized)

Secure Deletion

When data is no longer needed, we securely delete it using industry-standard methods to ensure it cannot be recovered or reconstructed.

8. International Data Transfers

Our Policy

Your personal information is primarily stored and processed within Australia. However, some of our service providers may be located overseas.

Overseas Service Providers

We may transfer personal information to service providers in:

  • United States: Cloud hosting and analytics services
  • European Union: Payment processing and fraud prevention
  • Singapore: Customer support and communication tools

Transfer Safeguards

When we transfer data overseas, we ensure:

  • Service providers maintain equivalent privacy protections
  • Contractual obligations for data protection and security
  • Compliance with Australian Privacy Principles
  • Regular audits of overseas service providers
  • Data minimization - only necessary data is transferred

9. Privacy Policy Changes

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors.

How We Notify You

  • Email notification: For material changes that affect your rights
  • Platform notification: Prominent notice on our website and app
  • Account dashboard: Alert in your account settings
  • Version tracking: Clear version numbers and effective dates

Your Acceptance

By continuing to use our services after changes are posted, you agree to the updated Privacy Policy. If you disagree with changes, you may close your account.

10. Contact Information

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:

Privacy Officer

Email: [email protected]

Phone: 1800 MY LOTTO

Response Time: Within 30 days

Business Hours: 9AM - 6PM AEST

Postal Address

Privacy Officer

LottoPicksAu Pty Ltd

Level 12, 123 Eagle Street

Brisbane QLD 4000

Australia

Privacy Complaints

If you're not satisfied with our response to your privacy concern, you can lodge a complaint with:

Office of the Australian Information Commissioner

Website: oaic.gov.au

Phone: 1300 363 992

Online Complaint Form

Available at oaic.gov.au

GPO Box 5218, Sydney NSW 2001