Privacy Policy
How we collect, use, protect, and manage your personal information at equinthoral
Our Privacy Commitment
Welcome to equinthoral's privacy policy. We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, who we share it with, and your rights regarding your data. We comply with the Australian Privacy Principles contained in the Privacy Act 1988 and are transparent about our data practices.
By using our website or consulting services, you consent to the collection and use of your information as described in this policy. We encourage you to read this policy carefully and contact us if you have questions about how we handle your personal information or wish to exercise your privacy rights.
Information We Collect
We collect information necessary to provide consulting services, communicate with clients, improve our website, and fulfill legal obligations. The information we gather falls into categories of data you provide directly and data collected automatically through website usage.
Information You Provide
- • Contact details including name, email address, phone number, and mailing address when you inquire about services or schedule consultations
- • Property interests and circumstances you share during consultation requests, discussions, or correspondence to tailor our analysis
- • Financial information relevant to consultation scope such as budget ranges or timeline considerations you choose to disclose
- • Communication content including emails, messages, inquiry forms, and consultation session notes for service delivery and records
- • Feedback and survey responses you provide about our services, which help us improve consultation quality and client experience
Automatically Collected Information
- • Device and browser information including IP address, operating system, browser type, and device identifiers when accessing our website
- • Website usage data such as pages viewed, time spent, navigation paths, referring sources, and interaction patterns
- • Location information derived from IP addresses to understand geographic distribution of website visitors and consultation inquiries
- • Cookie data and similar tracking technologies as detailed in our Cookie Policy, enabling website functionality and analytics
- • Technical logs including access times, error reports, and system interactions for security monitoring and troubleshooting purposes
How We Use Information
The personal information we collect serves specific purposes related to delivering consulting services, maintaining client relationships, operating our business, and meeting legal requirements. We use your data only for legitimate purposes and do not sell personal information.
- • Delivering consultation services including conducting property market analysis, preparing assessments, scheduling discussions, and providing ongoing support
- • Communicating with you about inquiries, appointments, service updates, follow-up consultations, and responding to your questions or requests
- • Improving our services through analyzing consultation effectiveness, identifying client needs, refining analytical methods, and enhancing service delivery
- • Operating and maintaining our website including ensuring technical functionality, troubleshooting issues, and optimizing user experience
- • Conducting business analytics to understand consultation patterns, market demand, service utilization, and operational efficiency
- • Complying with legal obligations such as maintaining business records, responding to lawful requests, and fulfilling regulatory requirements
- • Protecting security and preventing fraud by monitoring for suspicious activity, maintaining access controls, and safeguarding client information
Our Commitment: We commit to using your personal information only for the purposes described in this policy and obtaining consent before using your data for materially different purposes. We maintain appropriate security measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure.
Information Sharing Practices
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties. We share information only when necessary to deliver services, operate our business, or comply with legal obligations. Any third parties who receive your information are contractually obligated to protect it and use it only for specified purposes.
Service Providers
We engage trusted service providers who assist with business operations such as website hosting, data storage, email communications, analytics platforms, and administrative functions. These providers access personal information only as necessary to perform their functions and are contractually bound to maintain confidentiality and security standards consistent with this policy.
Legal Requirements
We may disclose personal information when required by law, legal process, or government request, or when we believe disclosure is necessary to protect our rights, ensure safety, investigate fraud, or respond to legal claims.
Aggregated Information
We may share aggregated, non-personally identifiable information about website usage patterns, consultation trends, or market interests for business purposes, research, or industry analysis.
Your Privacy Rights
Under Australian privacy law, you have rights regarding your personal information. We respect these rights and provide mechanisms for you to exercise them. Contact us using the information at the end of this policy to make requests.
- • Access your personal information we hold and request copies of data in our records
- • Correct inaccurate or incomplete personal information to ensure our records remain current
- • Request deletion of your personal information subject to legal retention requirements and legitimate business needs
- • Receive your personal information in structured format for transfer to another service provider where technically feasible
- • Object to certain processing of your personal information including marketing communications or specific data uses
- • Request restriction of processing your personal information under certain circumstances while maintaining basic records
To exercise these rights, contact our privacy team using the details in the Contact section. We will respond within reasonable timeframes as required by law and may request verification of your identity before processing requests.
Information Security Measures
We implement technical, organizational, and physical security measures to protect personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. While we strive to protect your data, no internet transmission or electronic storage method is completely secure.
Technical Safeguards
- • Encryption of data in transit using secure protocols and encryption of sensitive data at rest in storage systems
- • Access controls including authentication requirements, role-based permissions, and regular credential updates
- • Security monitoring with intrusion detection systems, activity logging, and regular security assessments
- • Regular software updates and security patches to address vulnerabilities and maintain system integrity
Organizational Safeguards
- • Employee training on privacy practices, data handling procedures, and confidentiality obligations
- • Limited access policies ensuring only authorized personnel access personal information necessary for their roles
- • Confidentiality agreements binding employees and service providers to protect client information
- • Incident response procedures to address potential security breaches promptly and appropriately
Data Retention Periods
We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce agreements. Retention periods vary based on data type and legal requirements.
- • Client contact information and consultation records retained for seven years after last service interaction
- • Website usage analytics and aggregated statistics retained indefinitely in anonymized form for business insights
- • Email correspondence and inquiry forms retained for three years unless longer retention required for legal compliance
- • Payment records and invoices retained for seven years to comply with taxation and accounting regulations
- • Marketing preferences and communication history retained until you withdraw consent or request deletion
When retention periods expire, we securely delete or anonymize personal information unless longer retention is legally required or you have consented to extended retention.
International Data Transfers
Your personal information is primarily stored and processed within Australia. Some service providers may process data internationally, in which case we ensure appropriate safeguards protect your information consistent with Australian privacy standards.
- • Service providers with international operations maintain security standards comparable to Australian requirements through contractual obligations
- • Data transfers to countries with adequate privacy protections as recognized by Australian law
- • Use of standard contractual clauses or other mechanisms ensuring protection when transferring data internationally
- • Assessment of destination country privacy laws to ensure adequate protection before authorizing international transfers
Cookies and Tracking
We use cookies and similar technologies to operate our website, analyze usage patterns, remember preferences, and improve user experience. You can control cookie settings through your browser, though disabling certain cookies may limit website functionality. Detailed information about our cookie practices is available in our Cookie Policy.
Types of Cookies
- • Essential cookies necessary for website functionality including navigation, security, and access to protected areas
- • Performance cookies collecting anonymous data about how visitors use our website to improve functionality
- • Personalization cookies remembering your preferences and settings for enhanced user experience during visits
- • Functionality cookies enabling specific features you request such as consultation scheduling or form pre-filling
Refer to our Cookie Policy for complete details about cookies we use, their purposes, and how to manage cookie preferences through browser settings or our consent tool.
Policy Updates
We may update this privacy policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or business operations. We will post updated policies on this page with revised effective dates and notify you of material changes through appropriate channels.
- • Email notification to registered clients when significant changes affect how we handle personal information
- • Website notice prominently displayed on our homepage when material policy changes are implemented
- • Effective date updates clearly shown at the top of this policy indicating when changes take effect
- • Archived versions available upon request to review historical privacy practices and policy evolution
Continued use of our services after policy changes indicates acceptance of updated terms. If you disagree with changes, contact us to discuss concerns or discontinue using our services.
Privacy Questions Contact
For questions about this privacy policy, requests to exercise your privacy rights, or concerns about how we handle your personal information, contact our privacy team using the details below.
equinthoral
570 Bourke Street, Level 17 & 24, Melbourne, VIC 3000 Australia
Phone: +61 2 2906 2325
Email: content@equinthoral.com
This privacy policy was last updated on November 4, 2025
This policy is effective as of November 4, 2025