Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy explains how CALI Industries Pty Ltd (“we”, “us”, “our”) collects, uses, stores, and protects your information when you visit rickandcam.com, subscribe to our newsletter, download free content, or interact with our website and services.

We are committed to protecting your privacy and complying with the Australian Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and other relevant data-protection standards.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect:

Email addresses (for newsletters, updates, giveaways, or direct communication).
Name or nickname (optional when subscribing).
Messages sent through contact forms.
Competition or giveaway entries if applicable.

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 years old without parental consent.

3. Information Collected Automatically

When you visit rickandcam.com, we may automatically collect:

IP address
Browser type & device type
Pages viewed & site navigation behaviour
Approximate location (non-precise)
Cookies and similar technologies (see Section 7)

This data helps us improve the website, understand what content readers enjoy, and keep the site secure.

We do not use invasive tracking or advertising pixels.

4. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to:

Send newsletters, updates, and subscriber-only content
Provide downloadable “Free Stuff” or “Secret Stuff” pages
Improve site performance, layout, and content
Respond to enquiries
Prevent fraud or misuse
Analyse general site engagement (not individual profiles)
Deliver promotions, announcements, or updates for Rick & Cam books and content

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to anyone.

5. Legal Basis for Processing

For visitors located in jurisdictions with specific privacy laws (e.g., EU/UK), our legal bases include:

Consent (e.g., when subscribing to email updates)
Legitimate interests (website analytics, security, content improvement)
Contractual necessity (responding to your enquiries)

6. Sharing Your Information

We may share limited information with:

Email service providers (e.g., MailerLite, Mailchimp, or similar) to send newsletters
Website hosting providers to operate the site
Analytics providers (non-personal and aggregate only)

All third-party providers follow confidentiality and data-security obligations.

We do not share data with advertisers or data brokers.

7. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

rickandcam.com may use basic cookies to:

Maintain site functionality
Remember your preferences
Provide anonymous traffic analytics

You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but some website features may not work as intended.

8. Data Storage & Security

We take reasonable steps to protect your information, including:

Secure servers
Encrypted connections (HTTPS)
Access-restricted mailing lists
Regular security updates

However, no system is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute protection.

9. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

Access the personal data we hold about you
Request correction or deletion
Withdraw consent (unsubscribe anytime)
Request a copy of your data
Lodge a complaint with your local privacy authority

To exercise these rights, contact us using the details below.

10. Children’s Privacy

Rick & Cam is designed for families and young readers, but we do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 13.

If you believe a child has provided us personal information without parental consent, please contact us and we will remove it promptly.

11. International Data Transfers

Because we use global website-hosting and email services, your information may be processed in countries outside Australia. We ensure that privacy protections remain in place regardless of location.

12. External Links

Our website may contain links to external sites (e.g., YouTube, Instagram).
Those sites are not governed by this Privacy Policy. We recommend reviewing their policies before sharing information.

13. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The “Last updated” date at the top will reflect the most recent version. Continued use of the website means you accept the updated policy.