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Privacy Policy

Last updated: January 2025

1. Information We Collect

We collect information you provide directly to us, such as:

  • Contact information (name, phone number, email address, postal address)
  • Service requests and appliance details
  • Payment information for services rendered
  • Communication preferences
  • Feedback and review information

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Provide and maintain our appliance repair and installation services
  • Schedule appointments and communicate service updates
  • Process payments and maintain service records
  • Send service reminders and warranty information
  • Improve our services and customer experience
  • Comply with legal obligations and industry standards

3. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties except:

  • With your explicit consent
  • To comply with legal obligations or court orders
  • To protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of our customers
  • With service providers who assist in our operations (under strict confidentiality agreements)
  • In connection with a business transfer or merger

4. Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

  • Secure data storage and transmission protocols
  • Limited access to personal information on a need-to-know basis
  • Regular security assessments and updates
  • Employee training on data protection practices

5. Your Rights Under Australian Privacy Law

Under the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs), you have the right to:

  • Access your personal information we hold
  • Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
  • Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal requirements)
  • Withdraw consent for marketing communications
  • Lodge a complaint with the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC)

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to:

  • Provide ongoing services and warranty support
  • Comply with legal and regulatory requirements
  • Resolve disputes and enforce our agreements
  • Maintain service history for future appointments

Typically, we retain customer information for 7 years after the last service, in accordance with Australian business record requirements.

7. Cookies and Website Analytics

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Improve website functionality and user experience
  • Analyze website traffic and usage patterns
  • Remember your preferences and settings

You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences.

8. Contact Information

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us:

The Stove Specialist

Phone: 02 9365 2508

Service Area: Sydney Metro

Business Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on our website with a new effective date.

Privacy Commitment

At The Stove Specialist, we are committed to protecting your privacy and maintaining the confidentiality of your personal information. We comply with the Australian Privacy Principles and handle your information with the same care and professionalism we bring to servicing your appliances.