CoinTicket - Privacy Policy


COINTICKET PRIVACY POLICY

This Privacy Policy describes how CoinTicket ("we", "us", or "our") collects, uses, discloses, stores, and protects your personal information when you access or use our platform, services, website, or any application related to CoinTicket (collectively, the "Platform").

This Policy applies to all users, creators, and visitors (referred to as "you" or "your") who interact with the Platform and governs how we manage personal information in accordance with the privacy laws as applicable.

By using or accessing the Platform, you consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of your personal information as set out in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with any part of this Policy, you must immediately cease use of the Platform.

1. DEFINITION

1.1. "Notifiable Data Breaches" refers to data breach incidents that are likely to result in serious harm to any individual whose personal information is involved, and if requires mandatory notification to affected individuals by any applicable laws.

1.2. "Privacy Policy" refers to the current version of this document as published and maintained by CoinTicket, which sets out how CoinTicket collects, stores, uses, discloses and manages personal information in accordance with the applicable laws.

1.3. "Platform" refers to the online platform, website, and related services provided by CoinTicket through which users can create, upload, share, and access financial content, and receive rewards in the form of certificates and other recognition, including all associated features, content, technologies, and applications made available by CoinTicket.

2. COLLECTION OF PERSONAL INFORMATION

2.1. We collect personal information that is necessary for us to provide, operate, and improve the Platform, administer creator recognition programs, and comply with our legal obligations.

(a) The types of personal information we may collect include but are not limited to:

  • Full name
  • Email address and contact information
  • Username or account ID
  • Date of birth and age verification details
  • Gender (optional)
  • Country or region
  • IP address, device identifiers, browser information
  • Activity logs, usage data, or interaction history with the Platform
  • Communication preferences and correspondence with us
  • Identification or verification documents (as may be required for compliance or certification eligibility)

2.2 Methods of Collection

(a) We collect this information directly from you when you:

  • Create or update an account
  • Submit creator content
  • Contact us or submit a support request
  • Interact with our Platform or participate in promotional, educational, or certification programs
  • Engage with third-party integrations or linked services

(b) We may also collect information through automated technologies (such as cookies and analytics) and from publicly available sources or third-party providers where lawfully permitted.

3. COLLECTION OF SENSITIVE INFORMATION

3.1. We generally do not collect sensitive information unless it is necessary for one or more of our functions or activities and you have expressly consented to such collection, or we are otherwise permitted or required by law to do so.

3.2. Sensitive information may include information about your:

  • Racial or ethnic origin
  • Political opinions or membership of political associations
  • Religious or philosophical beliefs
  • Membership of professional or trade associations
  • Sexual orientation
  • Criminal history
  • Health or biometric data

3.3. If at any time we do collect such information (e.g., for verification, accessibility support, or inclusion monitoring), we will:

  • Clearly explain the reason for the collection
  • Seek your informed and voluntary consent
  • Handle the information in accordance with strict confidentiality and the APPs

3.4. We do not use sensitive information for direct marketing purposes.

4. USE OF PERSONAL INFORMATION

4.1. We use the personal information we collect for purposes that are directly related to our functions and activities and as permitted by applicable laws. These purposes include, but are not limited to:

  • Facilitating your registration and management of your user or creator account on the Platform
  • Providing access to features, content creation tools, and certification systems
  • Identifying you as a creator and issuing participation certificates or recognitions
  • Operating, maintaining, and improving the Platform and our services
  • Responding to your enquiries, feedback, or support requests
  • Preventing, detecting, and managing security threats, misuse, fraud, or violations of our Terms
  • Conducting analytics, research, or evaluation to improve the Platform's effectiveness
  • Sending you administrative notifications and legal updates
  • Complying with any legal, regulatory, or law enforcement obligations

4.2. Where the information is used for purposes other than those specified above, we will obtain your consent, unless otherwise permitted by law.

5. DIRECT MARKETING AND COMMUNICATIONS

5.1. We may use your personal information (such as your name, email address, or contact details) to send you communications that promote our services, platform features, creator programs, or any relevant updates, where you have consented or where such communications are otherwise permitted under applicable laws.

5.2. These communications may include:

  • Promotional emails about new content, features, events, or creator rewards
  • Newsletters or updates regarding changes to the Platform or our policies
  • Invitations to participate in feedback surveys, webinars, or beta programs

5.3. You may opt-out of receiving direct marketing communications at any time by:

  • Clicking the "unsubscribe" link provided in emails
  • Adjusting your communication preferences in your account settings
  • Contacting us directly at the details provided in this Privacy Policy

5.4. We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for their direct marketing purposes.

6. ANONYMITY AND PSEUDONYMITY

6.1. Where lawful and practicable, you have the option to interact with us anonymously or using a pseudonym. This may include browsing publicly available portions of the Platform or making general enquiries.

6.2. However, full functionality of the Platform including content creation, certification, and participation in the creator ecosystem requires identification. Accordingly, if you choose not to provide identifying information:

  • You may not be able to create a verified account
  • You may be restricted from receiving certifications or rewards
  • We may be unable to respond to certain requests or provide support services

6.3. We will notify you when it is necessary to collect identifying information and explain the implications of non-provision.

7. DISCLOSURE OF PERSONAL INFORMATION

We may disclose your personal information to third parties where necessary for the purposes described in this Privacy Policy, or as otherwise permitted or required by law. Such disclosures may include, but are not limited to:

7.1. We may engage trusted third-party service providers to perform functions on our behalf such as IT support, platform hosting, certification management, data analytics, customer support, marketing assistance, and other professional services. These providers are contractually bound to maintain the confidentiality of your information and to only use it in accordance with our instructions and applicable privacy laws.

7.2. In the event of a merger, acquisition, reorganisation, or sale of assets, your personal information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will take reasonable steps to ensure the new entity is bound by privacy obligations that are substantially similar to those outlined in this Privacy Policy.

7.3. We may disclose personal information where required or authorised by law, including:

  • In response to a court order, subpoena, or other legal process
  • To comply with legal obligations under applicable laws and regulations
  • To law enforcement agencies, regulatory authorities, or government bodies in accordance with lawful requests

7.4. In circumstances not covered above, we will only disclose your personal information with your express or implied consent.

8. CROSS-BORDER DATA TRANSFERS

8.1. Some of our third-party service providers and data storage solutions may be located outside of applicable jurisdiction.

8.2. Where personal information is disclosed to overseas recipients, we will take reasonable steps to ensure that such recipients:

  • Comply with privacy laws
  • Use the personal information only for the purposes for which it was disclosed
  • Maintain security safeguards to protect your information from misuse, interference, loss, and unauthorised access or disclosure

8.3. By using the Platform or providing us with your personal information, you consent to the transfer, storage, and processing of your personal information in applicable jurisdictions.

9. DATA SECURITY

9.1. We are committed to protecting the personal information we hold against loss, misuse, unauthorised access, modification, or disclosure.

9.2. To this end, we implement a range of physical, technical, and organisational security measures, including but not limited to:

  • Secure data storage with encryption and restricted access protocols
  • Firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and secure network architecture
  • Role-based access controls and administrative safeguards
  • Secure communication channels
  • Regular audits, vulnerability assessments, and staff training on data protection practices

9.3. Despite our best efforts, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is entirely secure. Accordingly, we cannot guarantee the absolute security of any information transmitted to or from our Platform.

9.4. If we become aware of a data breach that is likely to cause serious harm, we will notify affected individuals and the applicable authorities.

10. ACCESS AND CORRECTION OF PERSONAL INFORMATION

10.1. You have the right to request access to the personal information we hold about you and to request correction of that information if you believe it to be inaccurate, out-of-date, incomplete, irrelevant, or misleading.

10.2. To make a request for access or correction, please contact us using the details set out in the "Complaints and Contact Information" section 21 of this Privacy Policy.

10.3. We will respond to your request within a reasonable timeframe, and in most cases, we will provide you with access to your personal information. We may refuse access in limited circumstances permitted under the applicable act, such as where granting access would unreasonably impact the privacy of others, pose a serious threat to the health or safety of an individual or the public, or be unlawful.

10.4. If you request correction of your personal information and we are satisfied that the information is inaccurate or requires amendment, we will take reasonable steps to correct it. If we decline to correct the information, we will provide you with written reasons for the refusal and advise you of your rights to complain.

10.5. We do not charge for making an access or correction request, but we may charge a reasonable fee for providing access to the requested information.

11. USER-GENERATED CONTENT PRIVACY IMPLICATIONS

11.1. While Creators contribute content to the Platform, some contributions may contain personal information (e.g., names, likeness, contact info in submitted content).

11.2. CoinTicket does not control the content submitted by Creators and makes no representation regarding its compliance with privacy obligations.

  • By submitting Creator's Content, you consent to the publication of any personal information contained within that content
  • You must ensure that any personal or third-party information included in your content have obtained all necessary consents
  • We reserve the right to moderate or redact personal data from Creator's Content to ensure compliance

12. EMPLOYEE AND CONTRACTOR DATA

In the course of business, CoinTicket may collect personal information from employees, contractors, interns, and volunteers for operational, employment, or compliance reasons.

12.1. Such data is handled with the reasonable level of care.

12.2. The data may include tax file numbers, superannuation details, references, background checks, or health information where necessary.

13. CROSS-BORDER DATA TRANSFERS

13.1. Your personal information may be stored on servers or processed by third-party service providers located outside of Australia, including but not limited to cloud infrastructure, analytics services, content moderation platforms, and communication tools.

13.2. In such instances, CoinTicket will:

  • Enter into Data Processing Agreements (DPAs) or adopt Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) where required
  • Monitor and audit third-party data processors periodically for compliance

14. BUSINESS TRANSFERS AND CORPORATE RESTRUCTURING

14.1. If CoinTicket undergoes a merger, acquisition, insolvency, reorganisation, or sale of assets, your personal information may be transferred as part of that transaction.

14.2. We will ensure the successor entity:

  • Is contractually bound to honour this Privacy Policy (or one that is no less protective)
  • Notifies users of any material changes to the use, handling, or retention of personal information

14.3. You will have the opportunity to opt out or delete your data if you do not agree with the transfer to the successor entity, subject to legal or operational limitations.

15. DE-IDENTIFIED AND AGGREGATED DATA

15.1. De-identified or aggregated data will be used for:

  • Improving platform features, machine learning, and performance optimisation
  • Investor reporting, academic research, market analysis, and industry benchmarking
  • Creating public insights (e.g., trending creator topics or activity patterns) that do not identify individuals

15.2. We use statistical or pseudonymisation techniques to ensure that aggregated data:

  • Cannot be reasonably re-identified
  • Complies with the OAIC's guidance on data de-identification

15.3. You acknowledge that this form of data is not "personal information" under any act and is not subject to individual rights of access or deletion.

16. PLATFORM SECURITY MEASURES

16.1. We implement the following to safeguard your information:

  • Multi-factor authentication (MFA) for internal access
  • Network firewalls and endpoint protection
  • Regular code reviews and vulnerability scans
  • Incident response procedures, including notification obligations

16.2. Where personal information is handled by third parties, we:

  • Conduct due diligence and risk assessments
  • Require compliance with Australian security standards and certifications

16.3. While we endeavour to maintain a secure platform, you acknowledge that no method of electronic transmission or storage is entirely secure. We do not warrant the security of your information beyond what is required by law.

17. LAW ENFORCEMENT, LEGAL REQUESTS, AND REGULATORY COOPERATION

17.1. We may disclose personal data without further notice or consent if:

  • Required by law, court order, or subpoena
  • Requested by regulators or law enforcement for investigations, audits, or prosecutions
  • Necessary to prevent fraud, abuse, or imminent harm to individuals or the Platform

17.2. Where permitted by law, we will:

  • Notify affected users of the request
  • Publish annual transparency reports outlining the number and nature of such requests

17.3. We fully cooperate with the lawful regulatory bodies during investigations involving user data.

18. RETENTION AND DESTRUCTION OF PERSONAL INFORMATION

18.1. CoinTicket retains personal information for only as long as is reasonably necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected, as outlined in this Privacy Policy, or as otherwise required by law, including obligations under applicable tax, corporate, regulatory, or record-keeping legislation.

18.2. We maintain and review a formal data retention schedule annually, which outlines the applicable retention periods based on the nature of the information and our legal obligations. Personal information will be securely held during the applicable retention period and access to such information is restricted and controlled.

18.3. Once personal information is no longer required:

  • We will take reasonable steps to securely destroy, erase, or permanently de-identify the information using secure methods that comply with industry standards
  • Electronic data will be removed from active systems, backups, and archives, except where retention is legally required or necessary to resolve disputes, enforce our terms, or protect our legal interests

18.4. If you make a verified request for deletion of your personal information, CoinTicket will comply with such request unless retention is required by law. In such cases, only the minimum data necessary will be retained, and access will be strictly limited.

18.5. We may retain anonymised or aggregated data after deletion of personal information for statistical analysis, security, fraud prevention, or business continuity purposes, provided such data does not identify any individual and is no longer considered as personal information under applicable law.

19. LEGAL BASIS FOR PROCESSING

CoinTicket collects, uses, stores, and discloses your personal information only where it is legally permitted or required to do so. The legal bases under which we process your personal information include:

19.1. Consent: Where you have given express or implied consent for us to do so (for example, by signing up to our platform, subscribing to our communications, or uploading Creator Content)

19.2. Contractual necessity: Where the processing of your personal information is necessary to perform our obligations under any contract we have with you, or to take steps at your request prior to entering into a contract

19.3. Compliance with legal obligations: Where we are required to process your personal information to comply with applicable laws or to respond to valid legal processes

19.4. Legitimate interests: Where the processing is reasonably necessary for our legitimate interests, such as improving our platform, conducting analytics, preventing fraud, maintaining cybersecurity, and administering creator rewards and certifications, and those interests do not override your rights and freedoms

19.5. Vital interests or public interest: Where the processing is necessary to protect your safety or the safety of others, or is in the public interest as permitted by law

20. DATA BREACH NOTIFICATION

We are reasonably committed to complying with the Notifiable Data Breaches.

20.1. In the event that a data breach occurs and we have reasonable grounds to believe that the breach is likely to result in serious harm to any individual whose personal information is involved, we will promptly:

  • Conduct an assessment within 30 days of becoming aware of the suspected breach
  • Take all reasonable steps to contain the breach and mitigate its impact
  • Notify the affected individual(s) as soon as practicable after completing the assessment, and provide relevant details about the breach, the information affected, and the steps we recommend you take
  • Notify the concerned authorities in applicable manner

20.2. For breaches that do not meet the NDB threshold but still involve unauthorised access or disclosure, we may still inform affected users where it is appropriate or required.

20.3. All data breach events will be recorded and retained in accordance with our internal incident response policies, and we will update our procedures to reduce the likelihood of recurrence.

21. COMPLAINTS AND CONTACT INFORMATION

21.1. If you have a question, concern, or complaint regarding the handling of your personal information or believe we have breached the privacy, you may contact us using the details provided below.

21.2. We take complaints seriously and will respond to you as soon as practicable, usually within 30 calendar days. If you are not satisfied with our response, you may escalate the matter to the applicable authority.

21.3 Contact Details

Email: teamcointicket@outlook.com

22. CHILDREN'S PRIVACY

The Platform is not intended for use by individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 18 without verifiable parental or guardian consent.

22.1. If you are a parent or guardian and believe that your child has provided us with personal information without your consent, please contact us immediately using the details in the "Complaints and Contact Information" section.

22.2. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a person under 18 without appropriate consent, we will take reasonable steps to delete such information from our records.

22.3. We encourage parents and legal guardians to monitor their children's internet usage and to help enforce this Policy by instructing children never to provide personal information without their permission.

23. SOCIAL MEDIA LOGINS AND INTEGRATION

Our Platform may offer you the option to register and log in using your existing social media account credentials (e.g., Google, Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn). If you choose to connect your social media account with CoinTicket:

23.1. We may receive certain information from the social media provider, such as your name, profile information, email address, contact list, or public profile data, as permitted by the provider's terms of service and your privacy settings on that platform.

23.2. This information will be used to facilitate your login, personalise your experience, and may be combined with other information we collect.

You acknowledge and agree that CoinTicket is not responsible for the data practices of third-party social media platforms, and we encourage you to review their privacy policies before using these services in connection with our Platform. You may disconnect your social media login at any time through your account settings on the Platform or by contacting us.

24. CHANGES TO THIS PRIVACY POLICY

24.1. We reserve the right to amend this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in legal requirements, our data handling practices, or platform functionality.

24.2. Any revised Privacy Policy will be effective from the time it is posted on our Platform, unless otherwise stated.

24.3. We encourage you to periodically review this Policy to remain informed about how we handle your personal information.

24.4. Your continued use of the Platform following the publication of any updates to this Privacy Policy constitutes your acceptance of those changes.