Privacy Statement

Personal information collected by AusAID is treated as confidential and is protected by the Privacy Act 1988. Personal information is information relating to an individual whose identity is apparent, or can reasonably be ascertained, from the information or opinion provided.

Site visit data

This site is operated by AusAID without the use of an external service provider. When visiting this site, a record of your visit is logged. This "clickstream data" is recorded for statistical purposes. It is used by the AusAID to help improve the site. The following information is supplied by your browser:

the user's server address
the user's operation system (for example Windows, MAC etc)
the user's top level domain name (for example .com, .gov, .au, .uk etc)
the date and time of the visit to the site
the pages accessed and the documents downloaded
the previous site visited
the type of browser used.

No attempt will be made to identify users or their browsing activities except in the unlikely event of an investigation, where a law enforcement agency (or other government agency) exercises a legal authority to inspect ISP logs (eg by warrant, subpoena or notice to produce).

Collection of personal information

When you e-mail us:

we will record your e-mail address
we will only use your e-mail address for the purpose for which you provided it
it will not be added to a mailing list, unless provided by you specifically for that purpose
we will not use your e-mail address for any other purpose
we will not disclose it without your consent.

Other personal information collected by us, for example through the use of an online form, will only:

be collected by lawful and fair means
be used for a lawful purpose
be collected with your consent, and
the purpose for collection should be clear and explicit.

Cookies

Cookies are pieces of information that a website can transfer to an individual's computer hard drive for record keeping. Cookies can make using websites easier to use by storing information about your preferences on a particular website. The information remains on your computer after the Internet session finishes.

AusAID only uses cookies in a very limited way, to maintain navigation information during your site visit, to ensure the operation of the AusAID website and to provide information on website analysis. These cookies do not store personal information. Most Internet browsers are pre-set to accept cookies. If you prefer not to receive cookies, you can adjust your Internet browser to refuse cookies or to warn you when cookies are being used.

Security of information

Your personal information will not be released unless the law permits it or your permission is given. We provide a secure environment and a reliable system but you should be aware that there may be inherent risks associated with the transmission of information via the Internet. For those who do not wish to use the Internet, AusAID provides alternative ways of obtaining and providing information. In some circumstances, AusAID security guidelines may also require us to send particular information by non-electronic means.