Introduction
At EatTravelAU, your privacy matters to us. We run a food and travel guide focused on helping people discover the best spots across Australia, and we are committed to handling your information with care and transparency.
This policy explains what data we collect, how we use it, and what choices you have. We follow the Australian Privacy Principles, and we also take into account privacy rights under GDPR in Europe and CCPA in California.
Information We Collect
We only collect information that helps us run and improve the site.
Information you provide directly
• Your email address when you sign up for our newsletter
• Your name and email when you leave a comment
Information collected automatically
• Anonymous traffic data through Google Analytics, such as pages visited, time spent, and device type
• Cookies that help the site remember preferences and improve performance
Technologies we use
• Cookies to enhance your browsing experience
• LiteSpeed Cache to improve loading speed and performance
How We Use Your Information
We use your information in simple and practical ways.
• To send newsletters and updates if you subscribe
• To respond to comments and maintain discussions on the site
• To understand how visitors use the site so we can improve content and user experience
• To keep the website running smoothly and efficiently
We do not sell your personal data.
Cookies and Your Choices
Cookies help us understand how people use our site and make it work better.
You can control cookies at any time through your browser settings. You can choose to block or delete cookies, but some parts of the site may not function properly if you do.
Third Party Services and Disclosure
We work with trusted third party services to operate the website.
Analytics
We use Google Analytics to collect anonymous usage data. This helps us understand what content is useful and what needs improvement.
Advertising
We use Google AdSense to display ads. These ads may use cookies to show content that is more relevant to you.
Affiliate Links
Some pages contain affiliate links. If you click and make a purchase, we may earn a small commission. This comes at no extra cost to you.
We only recommend places and services we believe are useful, regardless of any commission.
External Links
Our website includes links to third party websites such as restaurants, hotels, and travel services.
We are not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or policies of these external sites. We recommend reviewing their privacy policies before sharing any personal information.
Children’s Privacy
Our content is suitable for a general audience. However, we do not knowingly collect personal data from children under the age of 13.
If you believe a child has provided personal information on our site, please contact us and we will remove it.
Your Rights and Data Control
You have control over your personal data.
Depending on your location, including Australia, Europe, and California, you may have the right to:
• Request access to the personal data we hold about you
• Ask us to correct or update your information
• Request deletion of your data, including comments or newsletter subscriptions
• Opt out of certain data uses where applicable
To make any request, simply contact us using the email below. We will respond within a reasonable timeframe.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or want to request changes to your data, you can reach us at:
We are here to help and will do our best to address your concerns quickly and clearly.