Privacy, Loud and Clear
We tell strong stories without taking your data for a joyride.
Policy Overview
Effective Date: 01 January 2025
This Privacy Policy explains how Mellow Breeze Buzz collects, uses, discloses, and safeguards personal data when you access our website, newsletters, and related services.
Definitions
- ‘Personal data’: information that identifies or can identify an individual.
- ‘Processing’: any operation performed on personal data.
- ‘Controller’: entity determining purposes and means of processing.
Data We Collect
- Contact data (if you email us): name, email address, and message content.
- Usage data: pages visited, interactions, device type, approximate location.
- Newsletter preferences (if you subscribe): frequency, categories.
- Tip-related data (if you send a tip): information you choose to share.
Purpose Mapping
- Provide and improve our services.
- Communicate updates and respond to inquiries.
- Detect and prevent abuse or fraud.
- Comply with legal obligations.
How We Use Data
- Operate the site, deliver newsletters, and personalize content.
- Perform analytics to understand readership and product performance.
- Respond to tips and manage editorial workflows.
Legal Basis
- Consent (e.g., newsletter subscriptions).
- Legitimate interests (e.g., site security, audience insights).
- Legal compliance.
Retention
We keep personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes described or as required by law. We periodically review and delete stale data.
Your Choices
- Opt out of emails via unsubscribe links or by contacting us.
- Request access, correction, or deletion of your data.
- Control cookies as outlined in our Cookies Policy.
Privacy Contacts
Email: [email protected]
Postal: Suite 5, 48 Market Street, South Melbourne VIC 3205, Australia
We aim to respond within 30 days to privacy requests.