Caves & Bears (“we”, “us”, or “our”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and disclose information in accordance with the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs) under the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth).

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1. About Caves and Bears

Caves & Bears is an informational website and blog that explores neurodiversity, communication, and related topics. In future, we may offer a newsletter, online store, and comment features.

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2. Information We Collect

Because the site is hosted on Wix, some data is automatically collected through Wix and Google Analytics, including:

• Device and browser information

• IP address and approximate location

• Pages visited, time spent, and referring sites.

 

If you choose to contact us, sign up for a newsletter, or make a purchase in future, we may collect:

• Your name

• Email address

• Any message or information you voluntarily provide.

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3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Respond to your enquiries

• Improve website performance and content

• Send newsletters or updates (only if you opt in)

• Process orders or transactions (if applicable in future)

 

We do not sell, rent, or trade personal information.

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4. Cookies and Analytics

We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use the site. Google Analytics may use cookies and similar technologies to collect information about your interaction with our website. You can learn more about how Google uses data here.

You can disable cookies through your browser settings if you prefer.

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5. Data Storage and Security

Your information may be stored through Wix’s data storage and databases. Wix implements industry-standard security measures to protect personal data. We take reasonable steps to safeguard your information, but no online system is completely secure.

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6. Third-Party Services

Our website is hosted by Wix.com Ltd., which provides us with the platform and related analytics tools. In the future, we may use Wix Email Marketing or other third-party services to manage newsletters or store purchases. Those providers will have their own privacy policies.

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7. Access and Correction

You may request access to, or correction of, any personal information we hold about you by contacting us at cavesnbears@gmail.com. We will respond within a reasonable timeframe.

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8. Links to Other Sites

Our website may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those websites.

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9. Children’s Privacy

Caves & Bears is intended for users aged 15 and over. We do not knowingly collect personal information from anyone under 15 years of age.

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10. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The latest version will always be available on this page.

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11. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact:
cavesnbears@gmail.com

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