Privacy policy

Privacy Policy – The Conscious Cracker Co.

Last Updated: 29 April 2026

1. Introduction

At The Conscious Cracker Co., we value your trust and are committed to protecting your personal information.

This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information in accordance with the Australian Privacy Principles under the Privacy Act 1988.

By accessing our website or purchasing from us, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

2. What Personal Information We Collect

“Personal information” means information that identifies you or could reasonably be linked to you.

Depending on how you interact with us, we may collect:

a. Contact Information

Name
Email address
Phone number
Billing and shipping address

b. Transaction Information

Products viewed, added to cart, or purchased
Order history, returns, and exchanges
Payment confirmations (note: full payment details are securely processed by third-party providers and not stored by us)

c. Account Information (if applicable)

Login details
Preferences and saved information

d. Communications

Messages, emails, or support enquiries you send to us

e. Technical & Usage Data

IP address
Browser type and device
Pages visited, time on site, and interactions
3. How We Collect Your Information

We collect personal information:

Directly from you when you place an order, sign up, or contact us
Automatically through cookies and tracking technologies when you browse our site
From service providers who help us operate our business (e.g. payment processors, analytics tools) From third parties such as marketing or advertising partners

4. Why We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

Provide and Improve Our Services

Process and deliver orders
Manage your account and preferences
Provide a personalised shopping experience

Communicate With You

Send order updates and customer support responses
Notify you about your account or purchases

Marketing and Advertising (only if you opt in)

Send promotional emails and offers
Show relevant ads based on your activity

Security and Fraud Prevention

Detect and prevent fraudulent or suspicious activity
Protect our customers and business

Legal and Compliance

Comply with legal obligations
Respond to lawful requests from authorities
Enforce our Terms and policies

5. Disclosure of Your Information

We may share your information with trusted third parties, including:

Payment processors
Shipping and logistics providers
Email marketing platforms (e.g. Klaviyo)
Analytics and advertising platforms
IT and hosting providers

We may also disclose information:

Where required by law
To enforce our terms or protect our business
In connection with a business transaction (e.g. sale or restructure)

We do not sell or rent your personal information.

6. Shopify & Third-Party Platforms

Our store is hosted by Shopify, which enables us to provide our services.

Your information may be processed by Shopify and its partners to:

Operate and improve the platform
Provide secure payment processing
Support analytics and personalised experiences

This may include data being processed or stored outside Australia.

To learn more, you can view Shopify’s Privacy Policy directly.

7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

Improve website functionality
Understand customer behaviour
Deliver personalised advertising

This may include tools such as Google Analytics and Meta Pixel.

You can control cookies through your browser settings.

8. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to:

Provide our services
Maintain your account
Comply with legal obligations
Resolve disputes and enforce agreements

When no longer required, we take reasonable steps to securely delete or de-identify your information.

9. International Data Transfers

Some of our service providers (including Shopify) operate globally. As a result, your personal information may be transferred, stored, or processed outside of Australia.

We take reasonable steps to ensure your data is handled securely and in accordance with applicable privacy laws.

10. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

Access the personal information we hold about you
Request corrections to your information
Request deletion of your data (where applicable)
Opt out of marketing communications

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the details below.

We will not discriminate against you for exercising your privacy rights.

11. Complaints

If you have concerns about how we handle your personal information, please contact us first.

If you are not satisfied with our response, you may lodge a complaint with the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner.

12. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices.

13. Children’s Privacy

Our services are not intended for children, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under the age of 13 without parental consent.

14. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date.

15. Contact Us

The Conscious Cracker Co.
hello@theconsciouscrackerco.com
PO Box 239, Landsborough, QLD 4519