Privacy Policy
Privacy Policy
This Privacy Policy describes how ShoeHunt Australia, a business name of MDNI Group Pty Ltd (ABN 36 686 005 149, ACN 686 005 149), collects, uses, discloses, and protects your Personal Information in accordance with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs).
1. Introduction
We are committed to safeguarding your privacy. This policy outlines your rights and our obligations, and explains how we collect and handle Personal Information through our website https://shoeshunt.com and related services.
2. Definitions
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Personal Information: Any information or opinion about an identified individual (e.g. name, email, IP address).
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Sensitive Information: Includes health, biometric, or racial data – we do not collect this information.
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Cookies: Small text files stored on your device. See our Cookie Policy for more details.
3. What Information We Collect
a. Directly from You:
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When you register, sign up for emails, or fill out forms:
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Name, email address, and preferences
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Account login details (if applicable)
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b. Automatically Through Technology:
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Website usage data: pages visited, time spent, links clicked
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Device & browser data: IP address, operating system, browser type
c. From Third Parties:
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Affiliate networks (e.g. ShareASale, AWIN) for tracking purchases
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Social logins (e.g. Google or Facebook) if you choose to use them
4. How We Use Your Information
We use your Personal Information to:
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Provide and maintain our services and platform
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Process affiliate conversions and track referrals
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Improve website performance and user experience
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Send newsletters and marketing emails (only with your consent)
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Comply with legal obligations, such as tax or audit records
5. Disclosure of Personal Information
We may share your Personal Information with:
| Recipient | Purpose |
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| Service Providers | Hosting, analytics, customer support, email tools |
| Affiliate Partners | To track and credit purchases you make |
| Legal Authorities | Where required by law or to enforce our rights |
| Business Successors | In case of sale, merger, or restructure (with notice) |
We do not sell your data to third parties.
6. Overseas Disclosure
Some of our service providers are located outside Australia (e.g. Google in the U.S.). Where this occurs, we take reasonable steps to ensure your information is protected, including using:
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Data Processing Agreements
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Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs)
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Providers certified under frameworks such as ISO 27001
7. Data Security
We implement industry-standard technical and organisational safeguards to protect your Personal Information from:
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Unauthorized access
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Loss or misuse
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Alteration or destruction
Security measures include HTTPS encryption, limited access, and firewall systems.
8. Data Retention
We retain your Personal Information:
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Only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes stated above
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Or as required under law (e.g. 5 years for tax records under ATO compliance)
9. Access and Correction
You have the right to:
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Request access to your Personal Information
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Request correction if it is inaccurate, outdated, or incomplete
Contact us at info@shoeshunt.com. We aim to respond within 48 hours.
10. Complaints
If you believe we have breached your privacy rights, please contact us at:
Email: info@shoeshunt.com
We will investigate and respond within a reasonable timeframe.
If unresolved, you can lodge a complaint with the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC):
https://www.oaic.gov.au
11. Children’s Privacy
Our website is not intended for children under 16. We do not knowingly collect Personal Information from minors.
12. Changes to This Policy
This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically. We will post the new version with an updated “Effective Date” at the top. You should review it regularly for any changes.
13. Contact Details
MDNI Group Pty Ltd (trading as ShoeHunt Australia)
Email: info@shoeshunt.com
Address: Sydney, NSW 2196, Australia (Virtual office)
Website: https://shoeshunt.com