PMDW Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy outlines the way in which PMDW collects, holds, uses and discloses personal information.

What do We collect?

The information that we collect depends on your interactions with us. We collect both personal information and non-personal information. In this Policy, personal information has the meaning given to it in the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth).

We collect personal information reasonably necessary to carry out our business, to assess and manage our clients' needs, and provide services. We may also collect information to fulfil administrative functions associated with these services, for example billing, entering into contracts with you and/or third parties and managing client relationships.

We may collect personal information about:

·         our clients, business associates, potential clients and their personnel;

·         other individuals in the course of acting for our clients;

·         our suppliers and their employees;

·         our employees, partners, contractors, former employees, former partners, former contractors or prospective employees, contractors or partners; and

In general, the personal information we may collect and hold includes name, date of birth, contact details (including email addresses), occupation, company name, username and password (as applicable), personal preferences, payment details, employment history, education and qualifications, testimonials and feedback, and other information which assists us in conducting our business, providing and marketing our services and meeting our legal obligations.

In limited circumstances, we may collect information which is considered sensitive information. For example, information about an individual's membership of a professional association, criminal record or health information.

We may also collect and process non-personal information provided to us by your browser when you visit our websites or use our applications, for example, the website you came from, your location information, IP address, web browser and/or device type and the time and date of access.

You can always decline to give us any personal information we request, but that may mean we cannot provide you with some or all of the services you have requested. If you have any concerns about personal information we have requested, please let us know.

How do We collect information?

When you enquire about our services or when you become a client of PMDW, a record is made which includes your personal information.

Normally, we will collect personal information either directly from you or from someone who is authorised to represent you. The information about you that we may collect includes your name, address and contact details, information about your business or personal circumstances and information about a particular contract, transaction, project or matter.

Our website uses cookies. A “cookie” is a small file stored on your computer's browser, which assists in managing customised settings of the website and delivering content. We collect certain information such as your device type, browser type, IP address, pages you have accessed on our websites and on third-party websites. You are not identifiable from such information.

You can use the settings in your browser to control how your browser deals with cookies. However, in doing so, you may be unable to access certain pages or content on our website.

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We is not responsible for the content or privacy practices of websites that are linked to our website.

Who do We disclose your personal information to?

We may disclose personal information for the purposes for which it was collected. We may also disclose personal information in the following circumstances:

·         to any person where necessary for our provision of services (for example government authorities);

·         on a confidential basis to external service providers so they can provide financial, administrative or other services related to the operation of our business;

·         where permitted under the Australian Privacy Principles; or

·         if you have provided you consent to the disclosure.

We may use or disclose your personal information for the purpose of informing you about our services, upcoming promotions and events, or other opportunities that may interest you. If you do not want to receive direct marketing communications, you can opt-out at any time by contacting us using the contact details below.

How do we protect personal information?

We take reasonable measures to ensure that personal information we hold is stored securely. Where personal information held by us is no longer required by us, and retention is not required by law, we may destroy such personal information by a secure means.

How can you access and correct your personal information?

You may at any time request access to the information we have about you.

We will take reasonable steps to ensure that the personal information we collect, use or disclose is accurate, complete and up-to-date. You can help us to do this by letting us know if you notice errors or discrepancies in information we hold about you and letting us know if your personal details change.

However, if you consider any personal information we hold about you is inaccurate, out-of-date, incomplete, irrelevant or misleading you are entitled to request correction of the information. After receiving a request from you, we will take reasonable steps to correct your information.

If you have any questions or feedback about privacy, or the way in which we handle your personal information, you may contact us here.

This Policy will be reviewed from time to time to take account of new laws and technology, changes to our operations and practices. The most current version of this Policy is located at https://pmdw.com.au/privacy