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Privacy Policy
Decks Ideatlas is committed to protecting your privacy. This policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information when you visit our website. It applies to all visitors to decksideatlas.com and reflects our obligations under the Australian Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs).
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Introduction and Scope
Decks Ideatlas is an English-language travel and cruise discovery website designed to inform an Australian audience about ocean cruise liners. This policy explains how we handle personal information when you explore our ship guides, cabin comparisons, dining experiences, deck facilities, entertainment, and casino spaces.
- This policy applies to all visitors to decksideatlas.com.
- We comply with the Australian Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs).
- By using our website, you agree to the practices described in this policy.
If you do not agree with any part of this policy, please discontinue use of the website or contact us using the details in the Contact Us section.
Information We Collect
Personal Information You Provide
We collect information you voluntarily provide when you contact us, subscribe to newsletters, or interact with our site.
- Name and email address when you use our contact form.
- Any other information you choose to include in your message.
- Details you provide when signing up for updates or newsletters.
Information Collected Automatically
When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain information about your device and usage.
- IP address, browser type, operating system, and device information.
- Pages visited, time spent on pages, and referring URLs.
- Cookies and similar tracking technologies, detailed in the Cookies section.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to provide, maintain, and improve our services, and to communicate with you.
- To respond to your inquiries and provide customer support.
- To send you newsletters or updates if you have opted in.
- To analyse website usage and improve our content and user experience.
- To comply with legal obligations.
Data Sharing and Disclosure
Third-Party Service Providers
We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website and conducting our business.
- Examples include hosting providers, email service providers, and analytics services.
- These providers are contractually obligated to protect your information and use it only for the services they provide to us.
- We do not sell your personal information to third parties.
Legal Requirements
We may disclose your information if required by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities.
- To comply with a legal obligation.
- To protect and defend our rights or property.
- To prevent or investigate possible wrongdoing in connection with the website.
Data Security and Retention
Security Measures
We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorised access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.
- Use of encryption, such as SSL, for data transmission.
- Regular security assessments and updates.
- Access controls to limit data access to authorised personnel only.
Data Retention
We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law.
- Contact form submissions may be kept for up to 12 months for customer service purposes.
- Analytics data is anonymised and retained for up to 26 months.
- You may request deletion of your data at any time, as described in the Your Rights section.
Your Rights and Choices
Access and Correction
You have the right to request access to the personal information we hold about you and to ask for corrections if it is inaccurate.
- You can contact us using the details below to make a request.
- We will respond to your request within a reasonable timeframe, usually within 30 days.
- There is no fee for making a request, but we may charge a reasonable fee for providing access in some cases.
Complaints
If you have a complaint about how we handle your personal information, please contact us first. If you are not satisfied with our response, you may contact the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC).
- OAIC website: www.oaic.gov.au
- Phone: 1300 363 992
- We take all privacy complaints seriously and will investigate promptly.
International Data Transfers
Some of our third-party service providers may be located outside Australia, such as in the United States or Europe. When we transfer your information overseas, we take reasonable steps to ensure it is protected in accordance with Australian privacy laws.
- We may use cloud hosting services with servers located overseas.
- We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as contractual clauses.
- By using our website, you consent to such transfers.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time. The latest version will always be posted on this page with the effective date.
- We will notify you of any material changes by posting a notice on our website or by other means.
- Your continued use of the website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
- This policy was last updated on 4 September 2026.
Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this privacy policy or our data practices, please contact us using the details below.
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +61 471 295 836
Address: Level 12, 123 George Street, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia