Effective Date: 01/01/2023

Allied Partnerships Australia (APAus) values your privacy and transparency regarding how we use cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website. This Cookie Policy outlines what cookies are, the types of cookies we use, why we use them, and how you can manage or disable cookies.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, smartphone, tablet) by your web browser when you visit a website. They help the website recognise your device, enhance user experience, and gather analytical data. Cookies may be temporary (session cookies) or persistent (remaining on your device for a set period).

2. Types of Cookies We Use

1. Necessary Cookies

   • Purpose: Essential for the website’s functionality and security. These cookies enable basic features such as navigation and access to secure areas.

   • Example: Login authentication and session management.

   • Impact if Disabled: The website may not function properly.

2. Analytics Cookies

   • Purpose: Help us understand user interactions with our website by collecting anonymised data about visits, behaviour, and usage trends.

   • Example: Google Analytics.

   • Impact if Disabled: No impact on website functionality, but we may lose insights to improve user experience.

3. Advertising Cookies

   • Purpose: Track your online activity to deliver personalised ads and measure the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns.

   • Example: Cookies used for retargeting or interest-based advertising.

   • Impact if Disabled: Ads may still appear, but they will not be personalised.

4. Functionality Cookies

   • Purpose: Enhance your experience by remembering preferences and settings (e.g., language selection or form autofill).

   • Impact if Disabled: You may need to re-enter preferences each time you visit.

3. Why Do We Use Cookies?

We use cookies to:

• Enhance your browsing experience by remembering preferences and settings.

• Ensure website security and prevent fraudulent activities.

• Analyse website traffic and improve content relevance.

• Provide personalised advertisements and measure campaign effectiveness.

4. Managing and Disabling Cookies

You have control over the use of cookies on our website. Here’s how you can manage or disable them:

1. Browser Settings:
   Most web browsers allow you to manage or disable cookies through their settings.

   • For instructions, visit the help section of your browser (e.g., Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Safari).

2. Cookie Consent Banner:
   When you first visit our website, a cookie consent banner will appear, giving you the option to accept or reject non-essential cookies.

3. Opt-Out Tools:

   • To opt-out of analytics cookies, visit the Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-on.

   • For advertising cookies, visit platforms like YourAdChoices or Network Advertising Initiative.

4. Blocking Cookies:
   Please note that blocking all cookies may impact your ability to access certain features of our website or degrade your browsing experience.

5. Third-Party Cookies

Our website may also include cookies set by third-party services (e.g., payment processors, social media integrations). These cookies are managed by the respective third parties and are subject to their privacy policies.

6. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in technology, law, or business practices. We encourage you to review this policy regularly for updates.

7. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Cookie Policy or how we use cookies, please contact us at:
Email: accounts@alliedpartnershipsaustralia.com.au
Phone: 0427789298