Privacy Policy

How We Handle Your Information

We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights.

Overview

Breezebay Carpentry operates this website and provides carpentry services in Perth and surrounding areas. We are committed to protecting the privacy of our customers and website visitors.

This privacy policy applies to information we collect when you:

  • Use our website
  • Request a quote or make an enquiry
  • Engage us for carpentry services
  • Subscribe to our communications
  • Contact us by phone, email, or other means

By using our services or website, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

Information We Collect

Personal Information

When you request a quote or engage our services, we may collect:

  • Your name and contact details (phone, email, postal address)
  • Property address and details relevant to the carpentry work
  • Payment information (processed securely through third-party payment providers)
  • Communication preferences
  • Any other information you choose to provide

Website Usage Information

When you visit our website, we automatically collect:

  • IP address and device information
  • Browser type and version
  • Pages visited and time spent on the site
  • Referring website or source
  • Interaction with forms and calls-to-action

Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to improve your experience on our website. These may include:

  • Essential cookies required for the site to function
  • Analytics cookies to understand how visitors use the site (e.g., Google Analytics)
  • Marketing cookies if you’ve consented to receive promotional communications

You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences. Disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

Service Delivery

  • Providing quotes and estimates for carpentry work
  • Scheduling and completing carpentry projects
  • Communicating with you about your project
  • Processing payments and invoicing
  • Managing warranties and follow-up service

Business Operations

  • Improving our services and customer experience
  • Analysing website performance and user behaviour
  • Maintaining records for legal and compliance purposes
  • Responding to enquiries and customer service requests

Marketing (with your consent)

  • Sending newsletters, promotions, or service updates
  • Sharing relevant carpentry tips, project ideas, or seasonal offers
  • Following up on completed projects for feedback

You can opt out of marketing communications at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link in our emails or contacting us directly.

How We Protect Your Information

We take reasonable steps to protect your personal information from misuse, loss, unauthorised access, modification, or disclosure. These measures include:

  • Secure storage of physical and electronic records
  • Encryption of sensitive data during transmission (SSL/TLS)
  • Restricted access to personal information within our business
  • Regular review of our security practices

However, no method of transmission or storage is completely secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Third-Party Services

We may use trusted third-party services to help us operate our business, such as:

  • Payment processors (e.g., bank payment gateways)
  • Email and communication platforms
  • Website hosting and analytics providers
  • Cloud storage services

These third parties are bound by their own privacy policies and are required to protect your information. We do not sell or share your personal information with third parties for their own marketing purposes.

Your Rights and Choices

Under Australian privacy law (Privacy Act 1988), you have the right to:

  • Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
  • Correction: Ask us to correct inaccurate or outdated information
  • Deletion: Request that we delete your personal information (subject to legal retention requirements)
  • Restriction: Limit how we use or share your information
  • Withdrawal of Consent: Opt out of marketing communications or withdraw consent for specific uses of your information

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details below. We will respond to your request within a reasonable timeframe.

Complaints

If you believe we have mishandled your personal information, you have the right to lodge a complaint. Please contact us first so we can attempt to resolve the issue. If you are not satisfied with our response, you may contact the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC).

Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.

Typical retention periods include:

  • Customer records: 7 years from the completion of work (for warranty, tax, and legal purposes)
  • Marketing lists: Until you unsubscribe or request removal
  • Website analytics: Up to 26 months (Google Analytics default)
  • Enquiry forms: 2 years from initial contact (unless converted to a customer record)

After the retention period, we securely delete or anonymise your information.

Links to Other Websites

Our website may contain links to third-party websites (e.g., supplier websites, social media platforms, review sites). We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites.

We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or business operations. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date.

Significant changes will be communicated to customers via email or a prominent notice on our website. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

Last Updated: [Date to be added by operator]

Questions About Your Privacy?

If you have any questions about this privacy policy or how we handle your information, we’re here to help.

Contact Us