Privacy Policy

Your Privacy Matters

At The Novationem Forum, we are committed to protecting your personal information and maintaining transparency about how data is collected, used and safeguarded. This Privacy Policy explains how information is handled when you visit our website, engage with our content, or contact us.

This page is designed to provide clear, accessible information aligned with Australian privacy expectations and responsible digital practices.

Information We Collect

When you visit our website, certain information may be collected automatically to help us understand how the site is used and how it can be improved.

This may include:

IP address and general location data
Browser type and device information
Pages viewed and time spent on the site
Referral sources and navigation paths
Dates and times of visits

We may also collect personal information that you voluntarily provide, such as:

Name or contact details submitted via forms
Email address used for correspondence or updates
Any additional information you choose to share

We only collect information that is reasonably necessary to operate and improve our services.

How We Use Your Information

Information collected is used to support the delivery of relevant, secure and high-quality content.

This includes:

Providing and maintaining website functionality
Responding to enquiries or feedback
Improving user experience and site performance
Analysing trends to better understand audience interests
Ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory obligations

We do not sell personal information or use it for unrelated commercial purposes.

Cookies and Website Analytics

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to enhance usability and understand how visitors interact with content.

Cookies help us:

Recognise returning visitors
Improve website performance and navigation
Measure engagement with articles and resources

You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. Please note that some features of the website may not function as intended if cookies are disabled.

Third-Party Services and Links

The Novationem Forum may include links to external websites or use trusted third-party services to assist with hosting, analytics or communication.

These providers are required to handle information securely and only for authorised purposes. We encourage users to review the privacy policies of any external websites they visit, as we do not control their practices.

Data Security and Protection

We take reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect information from misuse, interference, loss, unauthorised access, modification or disclosure.

While we apply recognised security practices, no online system can guarantee absolute security. Users share information with an understanding of the inherent nature of internet communications.

Data Retention

We retain information only for as long as necessary to fulfil legitimate operational, legal or reporting requirements. When information is no longer required, we take steps to securely remove or de-identify it.

Your Rights and Choices

You may request access to personal information you have provided or seek correction of inaccurate details by contacting us directly.

If you prefer not to share certain information, you may choose not to use particular website features or contact forms.

Updates to This Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically to reflect changes in technology, legal requirements or website functionality. Any updates will be published on this page, and continued use of the site indicates acceptance of the revised terms.