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Privacy Policy
Effective Date: 10 September 2026
Introduction and Scope
Film Story Journal is committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal information in accordance with the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs) under the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth). This policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and the choices you have.
- This policy applies to all visitors to filmstoryjournal.com and any related services.
- By using our website, you consent to the practices described in this policy.
- We may update this policy from time to time; the effective date at the top of this page indicates the latest revision.
Information We Collect
We collect information you voluntarily provide, such as your name and email address when you contact us or subscribe to our newsletter, as well as technical data automatically collected through cookies and analytics.
- Contact information: name, email address, and any message content you submit via our contact form.
- Usage data: IP address, browser type, device information, pages visited, and time spent on the site.
- Cookie data: preferences and session information as described in our Cookie Policy.
You can reach our contact form on the Contact Us page or email us directly at [email protected].
How We Use Your Information
We use your personal information to respond to your inquiries, send you requested communications, improve our website and content, and comply with legal obligations.
- To respond to messages sent via our contact form.
- To send newsletters or updates if you have opted in.
- To analyse website traffic and user behaviour to enhance our editorial content.
- To maintain the security and integrity of our website.
Third-Party Services and Data Sharing
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We may share data with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website, conducting our business, or serving you, provided they agree to keep this information confidential.
- Service providers: hosting, analytics, and email delivery services.
- Legal requirements: we may disclose information when required by law or to protect our rights.
- Business transfers: in the event of a merger or acquisition, your information may be transferred.
Data Security and Retention
We implement reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect your personal information from unauthorised access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law.
- Data is stored on secure servers with restricted access.
- We regularly review our security practices.
- Retention periods vary depending on the type of information and legal requirements.
Your Rights and Choices
You have the right to access, correct, or delete your personal information, as well as to object to or restrict certain processing activities. You may also withdraw consent at any time where processing is based on consent.
- Access: request a copy of your personal data.
- Correction: request correction of inaccurate data.
- Deletion: request erasure of your data under certain circumstances.
- Objection: object to processing for direct marketing.
- Withdrawal of consent: withdraw consent at any time.
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at [email protected].
International Data Transfers
Your personal information may be stored or processed on servers located outside Australia, including in countries that may have different data protection laws. We take steps to ensure that any such transfers comply with applicable legal requirements and that your information remains protected.
- We use cloud services that may host data in various jurisdictions.
- We rely on appropriate safeguards such as standard contractual clauses where required.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal obligations. We will post the revised policy on this page with a new effective date. We encourage you to review this page periodically.
- The effective date at the top of this page indicates the latest revision.
- Material changes may be notified via a prominent notice on our website.
Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us using the details below. We will respond to your inquiry within a reasonable timeframe.