Last updated: October 2025
TL;DR
We only collect what we need: your name and email when you subscribe or contact us.
We use this to send updates from TPOCo Publishing and improve our website.
We never sell your data.
You can unsubscribe or ask to delete your information anytime at privacy@tpoco.org.
Our site complies with Australian and international privacy standards.
1. Introduction
TPOCo.org (“we,” “our,” “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy in accordance with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs). This policy explains how we handle your personal information when you visit our website, subscribe to our newsletter, or contact us.
2. What We Collect
We may collect:
- Your name and email address when you sign up for our newsletter or contact us
- Optional information you choose to share in forms or emails
- Basic website analytics data (IP address, browser type, pages visited)
We do not collect sensitive information unless you voluntarily provide it.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Send newsletters, project updates, and book releases from TPOCo Publishing
- Respond to your inquiries or feedback
- Improve the content and functionality of our website
- Comply with legal obligations
We will not use your personal information for other purposes without your consent.
4. Email Services
We use:
- MailPoet to manage subscriptions within WordPress
- SendGrid to deliver emails securely
These services may store or process data overseas (such as in the United States or the EU) under their own GDPR-compliant privacy policies.
You can unsubscribe anytime by clicking the link in any email or emailing privacy@tpoco.org.
5. Cookies and Analytics
Our website uses cookies to:
- Remember your preferences
- Analyse anonymous visitor statistics through Google Analytics or similar tools
You can disable cookies in your browser, though some features may not work as intended.
6. Disclosure of Information
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.
We may disclose data only:
- To trusted service providers (hosting, email delivery, analytics) for the purpose it was collected
- When required by law
7. Data Storage and Security
Your data is stored securely through our hosting provider and protected by SSL encryption and security plugins.
We take reasonable steps to protect your information from misuse, loss, or unauthorised access.
8. Access and Correction
You may request access to the personal information we hold about you, or ask for it to be corrected if inaccurate.
To do so, email privacy@tpoco.org with your request.
We will respond within a reasonable timeframe (usually within 30 days).
9. Overseas Disclosure
Some of our service providers (MailPoet, SendGrid, and WordPress-related integrations) may store data outside Australia.
We only use providers that uphold strong privacy protections consistent with Australian law and GDPR standards.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy to reflect changes in our practices or the law.
Any updates will be published on this page with a revised “last updated” date.
11. Contact Us
f you have questions, concerns, or wish to make a complaint about how your information is handled, please contact:
TPOCo Publishing
Email: privacy@tpoco.org
Website: https://tpoco.org
If you are not satisfied with our response, you may contact the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) at https://www.oaic.gov.au.