Effective Date: April 2025

This Privacy Policy applies to the websites www.myprivatedinners.com and www.myprivatedinners.com.au (“the Website”) operated by My Private Dinners. We are committed to protecting the privacy of your personal information and complying with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs).

This policy explains how we collect, use, store, and disclose personal information, as well as your rights regarding that information.

1. Personal Information We Collect

We may collect personal information such as:

• Name and surname

• Email address

• Phone number

• Mailing address

• IP address and geolocation

• Payment details (via secure third-party processors such as Stripe or PayPal)

• Information provided through booking forms, contact forms, or email correspondence

2. How We Collect Information

We collect information when you:

• Submit a booking or inquiry form

• Contact us via email or through the Website

• Use our services

• Interact with our website via cookies and analytics tools

3. Purpose of Collection

We collect and process your personal information for the following purposes:

• To manage bookings and provide our private chef services

• To respond to inquiries and provide customer support

• To improve our website, services, and customer experience

• To process payments securely

• To send promotional communications (only if you opt-in)

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Improve navigation and user experience

• Track website traffic and analytics

• Remember user preferences

You may disable cookies in your browser settings. Please note that doing so may impact your ability to use some features of the Website.

5. Third-Party Access and Data Sharing

We do not sell or rent your personal information.

We may share your data with trusted third-party service providers when necessary to:

• Process payments (e.g., Stripe, PayPal)

• Host our website

• Send emails or SMS notifications

• Analyze web traffic and user behaviour

All third-party providers comply with data protection standards and are only permitted to use your data as required to provide their service.

6. Data Storage and Retention

Your personal information is stored securely on encrypted systems. We retain data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by law. In general, we retain booking-related information for a period of 12 months unless otherwise specified.

7. Hosting Location

Our website is hosted by Hostinger, which provides secure server infrastructure in various countries including France, Germany, Lithuania, the United Kingdom, India, Indonesia, the United States, and Brazil.

The specific server location may vary depending on availability and performance optimization, but all data is handled securely in accordance with the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs).

8. Data Controller Contact

The data controller is:

Salvador Goldenberg

📍 Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

📧 info@myprivatedinners.com.au

You may contact the controller at any time for questions regarding your personal information or this policy.

9. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access your personal data

• Correct inaccurate or outdated information

• Withdraw consent or request deletion of your data

• Opt out of promotional communications

Requests can be made via email to info@myprivatedinners.com.au.

10. Security of Personal Information

We use secure systems and best practices to protect your information, including:

• SSL encryption

• Secure payment gateways

• Firewalls and monitoring tools

Despite our efforts, no method of online transmission is completely secure. Use of the Website and provision of personal data is at your own risk.

11. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in law, technology, or business operations. The latest version will always be available on our website with the effective date listed above.

12. Acceptance of This Policy

By using this Website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and accepted this Privacy Policy.

13. Applicable Law

This Privacy Policy is governed by the laws of Australia, specifically the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs).

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