Site Terms & Privacy Policy

Effective date: 15 March 2024.

This page outlines our:

Additional terms apply for:

1. Who we are and what these terms are about

Hey, Digital CEO! We’re Pin Advertising, your partners in searchable content marketing and Positive Pinterest Ads.

📢 For any questions or notices, please contact our Data Protection Officer at [email protected].

1.1 UNDERSTANDING OUR TERMS

  • “We, us, and our” mean:
    • Business Owner: Chantell Collins
    • Business Name: Pin Advertising
    • Australian Business Number (ABN): 27747646460
    • Registered Address: 15/1057 Wynnum Road, Cannon Hill, QLD, 4170.
  • “You and your” refers to the website visitor, client, or customer of Pin Advertising.
  • “Site and Sites” include our website, www.pinadvertising.com, and our pages on platforms like Pinterest, LinkedIn, and Google Business.
  • “Site Terms” are the rules governing the use of our Sites.
  • “Resources” encompass our curated and created content.
  • “Comments” are any comments or questions posted on our Sites.
  • “Reviews” include any reviews or recommendations on our Sites.
  • “Services” cover expert advice or tasks we offer, such as Pinterest marketing, digital advertising, and content creation.
  • “Service Terms” are the conditions for our Services.
  • “Digital Products” are non-tangible items we sell or provide, like online courses, templates, and video workshops.
  • “Sales Terms” are the rules for purchasing and using our Digital Products.
  • “Affiliate” refers to participants in the Pin Advertising Affiliate Program.
  • “Affiliate Terms” outline the requirements for joining and participating in our Affiliate Program.
  • “Privacy Policy” describes how we collect, use, and share your information.
  • “Disclaimers” clarify the limitations of our liability and responsibility in providing our Resources, Services, Digital Products, and Affiliate Program.

1.2 NAVIGATING OUR POLICIES

  • By accessing our Sites, Resources, Services, Digital Products, and Affiliate Program, you agree to our Site Terms and Privacy Policy. 
  • We change our Site Terms and Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will become effective when the updated terms and conditions are posted on the Site
  • If you disagree with our Site Terms and Privacy Policy, you must immediately cease accessing and using our Sites, Resources, Services, Digital Products, and Affiliate Program.

1.3 GOVERNING LAW AND JURISDICTION

The Site Terms and Privacy Policy are governed by and construed per the laws of the State of Queensland and the Commonwealth of Australia. By using our Services and Digital Products, you irrevocably and unconditionally submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in Queensland.

We have taken reasonable measures to ensure that our practices are compliant with the California Consumer Privacy Act of 2018 (CCPA), and the European General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

Should any provision within these Terms be found invalid or unenforceable by a court of law, such invalidity or unenforceability will not affect the enforceability of the remaining provisions, which shall continue in full force and effect.

2. Site Terms

2.1 USING OUR SITES

We grant you a non-exclusive, revocable, and non-transferable license to use our Sites and Resources, per these Site Terms. Unauthorized use is prohibited unless we provide written permission.

If you disagree with our Site Terms and Privacy Policy, you must cease accessing and using our Sites, Resources, Services, Digital Products, and Affiliate Program.

Violation of these Site Terms may result in revocation of your access to our Sites and potential legal action.

2.2 POSTING COMMENTS AND REVIEWS

By posting Comments and Reviews, you agree to the following:

  • You will not alter the Sites except as permitted by these Site Terms.
  • You will not upload data to the Sites other than authentic Comments and Reviews.
  • You will not post content that is defamatory, offensive, threatening, pornographic, or in violation of any law.
  • You will not post content considered spam or commercial advertising.
  • You grant us a perpetual, non-exclusive, royalty-free, irrevocable, worldwide, and transferable right and license to use your Comments and Reviews without limitation.

2.3 CLICKING ON THIRD-PARTY LINKS

Our Sites and Resources may include links to third-party websites. 

By clicking on these links, you acknowledge and agree to the following:

  • We are not responsible for, nor do we endorse or approve, the content, privacy policies, or practices of those third-party websites.
  • It’s your responsibility to review the privacy policies and terms of use of any third-party websites you visit.

2.4 GENERAL INFORMATION DISCLAIMER

The information provided on our Sites is intended for informational purposes only. While we strive for accuracy, we cannot guarantee that all information is up-to-date, complete, or reliable.

  • Any reliance you place on such information is strictly at your own risk.
  • The content is not a substitute for professional advice. We strongly recommend seeking professional consultation for specific issues or concerns.

2.5 LIMITED LIABILITY FOR SITE VISITORS

To the fullest extent permitted by law, we disclaim all liability for claims arising from your use or inability to use our Sites, except where such claims arise from our negligence or willful misconduct. This includes, but is not limited to, loss of revenue, profits, or data.

Both parties have the right to terminate this contract under specific, reasonable conditions, which are outlined in USING OUR SITES.

2.6 INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS

By accessing our Sites and Resources, you acknowledge that all materials on our Sites are protected by copyright owned or licensed by us. 

Unauthorized use of our Intellectual Property (IP):

  • Including copying, transmission, distribution, display, or uploading is prohibited without our prior written approval.
  • May be considered an IP infringement and could result in potential legal action.

📢 If you believe your copyrighted material has been used in error, please contact our Data Protection Officer at [email protected].

3. Privacy Policy

3.1 WHY WE COLLECT AND USE YOUR DATA

We collect your data to make your experience with us as smooth and valuable as possible.

The information we collect may be used in the following ways:

  • To communicate, market, and provide important service updates.
  • To ensure Site functionality and user experience.
  • To handle payments and issue refunds.
  • For record-keeping, invoicing, and billing.
  • To analyze and improve our Site for market research and business development.
  • To send targeted promotional information about us and third parties that we think you’ll find valuable.
  • To comply with legal obligations and resolve disputes.
  • To evaluate applications for joining our team.
  • To operate and maintain the Sites, including fulfilling orders and overseeing promotions.
  • To send newsletters, administrative communications, and security alerts.
  • To respond to comments or inquiries and provide user support.
  • For training and quality control purposes.
  • To measure and optimize advertising effectiveness.
  • To protect against unauthorized or illegal activity.

📌 We utilize Pinterest’s advertising services to better target and measure the effectiveness of our advertising. This involves collecting user interactions, engagement metrics, and other behavioral data to offer a more personalized and relevant advertising experience.

If you choose not to provide personal data, you may not be able to access certain Sites, Resources, Services, or Digital Products. 

3.2 TYPES OF DATA WE COLLECT

Information we collect directly

Depending on how we interact with you, we might collect some or all the following information:

  • Contact: Name, age. email address, phone number, and address.
  • Financial: Purchase history, bank account details, and payment methods (via third-party payment processor).
  • Content: Contents of communications, documents, and media.

Information we collect indirectly

We may collect data indirectly through third-party software and cookies. This information can include:

  • Device: Device and browser type, IP address, operating system, location, device, and network information.
  • Location: Delivery address, e-signature geotag location, and public check-in location data on social media.
  • Social: Gender, social media platform details and information you give us through them; images of you; your preferences and opinions.
  • Actions: Site interactions, browser session, geo-location data, search queries, and search history.

3.3 TYPES OF DATA WE DO NOT COLLECT

Sensitive information

We do not actively collect sensitive information such as:

  • Race, color, or ethnic origin.
  • Sensitive medical conditions, health, and biometric information.
  • Personal hardship, including financial, physical, and emotional hardship.
  • Religious or philosophical beliefs or affiliation.
  • Sexual behavior, orientation, or gender identity.
  • Alleged or actual commission of a crime.
  • Trade union membership or professional association affiliation.
  • Political affiliation.

📌 We do not target Pinterest advertising campaigns based on sensitive information. 

Data on children under the age of 13

We do not collect any information from anyone under 13 years of age. 

📢 If you believe we might have any sensitive information or information about a child under 13, please contact our Data Protection Officer at [email protected] and we will delete that data. 

Data on children under the age of 18

Our Sites, Resources, Services, and Digital Products are all directed to people who are at least 18 years old or older. 

📌 We do not target Pinterest advertising campaigns for users under 18 years old.

3.4 WHO WE SHARE YOUR DATA WITH

We value your privacy and don’t sell your data. 

However, we work with trusted partners and reputable third parties to help us run our business effectively. They have access to personal information needed to perform their functions, but may not use it for other purposes.

Trusted partners

  • Our employees, contractors, and/or related entities.
  • Our existing or potential agents or business partners.
  • Sponsors or promoters of any competition we run.
  • Anyone to whom our business or assets (or any part of them) are, or may (in good faith) be, transferred.
  • Credit reporting agencies, courts, tribunals, and regulatory authorities, in the event you fail to pay for goods or services we have provided to you.
  • Courts, tribunals, regulatory authorities, and law enforcement officers, as required by law, in connection with any actual or prospective legal proceedings, or to establish, exercise, or defend our legal rights.
  • Third parties, including agents, affiliates, or sub-contractors, who assist us in providing information, products, services, or direct marketing to you. This may include parties located, or that store data, outside of Australia.

Reputable third parties

Pinterest ads platform

📌 We comply with Pinterest’s Ad Data Terms by:

  • Using collected data exclusively for targeting and measuring our Pinterest ads. 
  • Obtaining user consent before data collection
  • Informing users that their data will be used for online behavioral advertising on Pinterest. 
  • Providing opt-out options via Pinterest personalization settings, About Ads (US), and Your Online Choices (EU and EEA). 

3.5 HOW WE STORE AND SHARE DATA SECURELY

To help prevent unauthorized access and sharing, we:

  • Use Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) software for online data protection.
  • Partner with reputable third parties for secure data storage.
  • Continuously review our security measures.

📌 Data collected for Pinterest advertising is securely stored and only accessible by authorized staff. We keep it as long as legally required for campaign purposes.

Security limitations

While we strive for secure data handling, we can’t guarantee complete security or that your data won’t be disclosed inconsistently with this Privacy Policy.

Disclosure outside of Australia

By sharing your personal data with us, you agree it may be disclosed to overseas third parties. We’re not obligated to ensure overseas third parties comply with the Australian Privacy Act 1988, however, they will be bound by their local privacy laws.

3.6 HOW TO ACCESS AND MODIFY YOUR DATA

Concerning the personal data you shared with us, you can:

  • Know what personal data we collect and share.
  • Request deletion of your data (some exceptions apply).
  • Opt out of data sales or sharing.
  • Correct any inaccurate data.
  • Limit the use and disclosure of sensitive data.
  • Access your data anytime.
  • Modify, restrict, or delete your data.
  • Object to specific data processing activities.
  • Withdraw consent for data processing (some legal exceptions apply).
  • Exercise your rights without facing discrimination.
  • Raise concerns with your local authority.

📢 Contact our Data Protection Officer at [email protected] to request access or modify your data.

Californian consumer rights

We have taken reasonable measures to comply with the California Consumer Privacy Act of 2018 (CCPA).

If you’re in California, you have the following rights:

  • Know about the personal information we collect and share.
  • Request deletion of personal information (with some exceptions).
  • Opt out of the sale or sharing of your personal information.
  • Correct inaccurate personal information collected.
  • Limit the use and disclosure of sensitive personal information.
  • Not be subject to discrimination for exercising your CCPA rights.

EU member rights

We have taken reasonable measures to comply with the European General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

If you are habitually located in the European Union, you have the following rights:

  • Know how your data is being collected, used, and stored.
  • Request a copy of your personal data.
  • Correct inaccurate or incomplete personal information collected.
  • Request deletion of your personal data under certain conditions.
  • Ask for a temporary halt to the processing of your personal data.
  • Request a copy of your data in a machine-readable format to transfer to another service.
  • Object to the processing of your data for marketing, research, or statistical purposes.
  • Not be subject to decisions based solely on automated processing, including profiling, which significantly affects you.

3.7 USING WEB BEACONS, SCRIPTS, AND COOKIES

What are web beacons?

Web beacons are tiny, invisible images embedded in web pages and emails. They help us track user behavior, measure the effectiveness of our Sites, and compile statistics. Web beacons are also known as pixel tags, web bugs, or tracker GIFs.

What are scripts?

A script is a piece of program code that is used to make our Site function properly and interactively. This code is executed on our server or on your device.

What are cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device to remember your actions and preferences over time. They help us personalize your experience, analyze site usage, and offer targeted advertising.

What types of cookies do we use?

  • Technical or functional cookies: Ensure our Sites work properly and remember your user preferences. No consent is required for these.
  • Marketing/tracking cookies: Create user profiles for advertising and track user activity across websites and devices for marketing purposes.
  • Statistical/analytical cookies: Collect anonymous data on website usage and help to improve user experience by identifying areas for improvement.
  • Third-Party cookies: Set by external services like Google or Meta. We don’t control these.

How to manage your cookie consent

When you first visit our Site, a pop-up explains our cookie usage. By clicking ‘Save preferences’, you consent to the selected cookie categories, as our Privacy Policy outlines.

How to delete or block cookies

You can adjust your browser settings to automatically or manually delete cookies. You can also block specific cookies or receive a notification each time a new cookie is about to be stored. Check your browser’s ‘Help’ section for step-by-step instructions.

If you delete cookies, they’ll be reinstalled the next time you visit our Sites, pending your consent.

Be aware that disabling all cookies may affect the functionality of our Sites.

How to opt out of cookies

If you block all cookies, some Site functions may be limited. 

3.8 MAKING A PRIVACY COMPLAINT

This Privacy Policy is developed and maintained per the:

📢 If you believe we are in breach of relevant privacy laws, please contact our Data Protection Officer at [email protected] and we will work to resolve your concerns.

If you are not satisfied with the outcome after contacting us, then you can choose to:

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