EVOLVE PROPERTY
INTERNET PRIVACY STATEMENT
1. Privacy Commitment
Evolve Property Pty Ltd and its related entities (collectively referred to as “Evolve Property”, “we”, “us” or “our”) are committed to protecting the privacy, confidentiality and security of personal information and handling it in a transparent, responsible and lawful manner.
This Internet Privacy Statement explains how personal information is collected, used, disclosed and managed when individuals interact with the Evolve Property website. It is made in accordance with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth), the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs), applicable guidance issued by the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC), and relevant NSW Fair Trading expectations.
This Internet Privacy Statement applies only to information collected via the Evolve Property website. It should be read in conjunction with our broader Privacy Policy, which governs the handling of personal information across all areas of our business, including agency services, advisory services, buyer advocacy, development-related services and other professional activities.
2. What Is Personal Information?
“Personal information” has the meaning given in the Privacy Act and includes information or an opinion about an identified individual, or an individual who is reasonably identifiable, whether the information is true or not and whether recorded in a material form or not.
Personal information may include, without limitation:
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name
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residential or postal address
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email address
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telephone or mobile number
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property-related information
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occupation or professional details
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preferences or interests
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records of communications and interactions with Evolve Property
3. Collection of Personal Information via the Website
The type of personal information collected via our website depends on how you interact with it.
(a) Cookies and Website Analytics
Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to:
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analyse website traffic and usage
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improve website functionality and performance
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understand user navigation and engagement
Cookies do not ordinarily identify you personally. Information collected through cookies is generally aggregated and anonymous, however in some circumstances online identifiers (such as IP addresses) may constitute personal information when combined with other data.
Most web browsers allow you to control or disable cookies through browser settings. If cookies are disabled, some website features may not function as intended.
(b) Online Forms and Enquiries
When you submit an enquiry or complete an online form on our website, we may collect personal information such as:
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your name
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contact details
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property preferences
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enquiry details
Certain information may be required in order for us to respond to your enquiry. Mandatory fields are clearly identified. Optional information may also be requested to help us better understand your needs.
Personal information may be collected when you:
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submit an enquiry
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request property or service information
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subscribe to publications or updates
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register for services, alerts or notifications
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communicate with us electronically
4. Purpose of Collection and Use
Personal information collected via our website is used for purposes including:
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responding to enquiries and requests
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providing real estate, advisory and professional services
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communicating with you about properties, services, publications or events (where permitted)
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website analytics and performance improvement
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compliance with legal and regulatory obligations
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internal business operations, governance and risk management
We do not use personal information collected via our website for purposes unrelated to our business activities or inconsistent with reasonable expectations.
5. Consent and Communications
By providing personal information via our website, you acknowledge and consent to its collection, use and disclosure as described in this Internet Privacy Statement and our Privacy Policy, where required or permitted by law.
Where marketing or promotional communications are sent, you will be provided with a clear opt-out mechanism. You may withdraw consent or unsubscribe at any time.
6. Disclosure of Personal Information
Personal information collected via our website may be disclosed to:
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related entities within the Evolve Property group
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service providers, contractors and professional advisers who support our operations
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regulators, government authorities or law enforcement agencies where required or authorised by law
Access to personal information is restricted to authorised personnel and third parties who require the information to perform their functions.
We do not sell personal information.
7. Overseas Disclosure
Some service providers engaged by Evolve Property may be located outside Australia or may store information outside Australia.
Where personal information is disclosed overseas, reasonable steps are taken to ensure that overseas recipients handle the information in a manner consistent with the Australian Privacy Principles, unless an exception under the Privacy Act applies.
8. Automated Tools and Analytics
Evolve Property may use automated tools, analytics or technology-assisted systems to support website performance, market analysis and business operations.
These tools do not make decisions that have a legal or similarly significant effect on individuals without appropriate human oversight, review or intervention.
9. Dealing With Us Anonymously
Where lawful and practicable, you may interact with us anonymously or using a pseudonym.
In some circumstances, we may be unable to provide services or respond to enquiries without collecting personal information.
10. Accuracy and Access
We take reasonable steps to ensure that personal information collected via our website is accurate, up to date and complete.
You may request access to, or correction of, personal information we hold about you, subject to legal limitations.
11. Security of Personal Information
Evolve Property takes reasonable steps to protect personal information from misuse, interference, loss, unauthorised access, modification or disclosure.
Personal information is stored securely and access is limited to authorised personnel.
12. Data Breaches
In the event of an eligible data breach, Evolve Property will comply with its obligations under the Notifiable Data Breaches scheme, including notifying affected individuals and the OAIC where required.
13. Complaints and Enquiries
If you have questions about this Internet Privacy Statement or wish to make a privacy complaint, you may contact us:
Privacy Officer
Evolve Property Pty Ltd
Level 10, Suite 2
50 Clarence Street
Sydney NSW 2000
Email: privacy@evolveproperty.net.au
Office: (02) 92 99 92 99
Mobile: 0415 26 26 26
Complaints are handled in accordance with our internal procedures and applicable law. Complaints are investigated by our Privacy Officer and escalated internally where appropriate in accordance with our governance and compliance framework.
If you are not satisfied with our response, you may contact the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner at www.oaic.gov.au.
14. Changes to This Statement
We may update this Internet Privacy Statement from time to time. Any changes will be published on our website.
Your continued use of our website after changes are made constitutes your acknowledgement of the updated statement.