Privacy & Affiliate Disclosure
Last updated: 12 Aug 2025
Who we are: visitmargaretriver.au (“we”, “us”, “our”), an independent guide to Margaret River, WA. For details on how we handle your data, please refer to our comprehensive privacy policy, ensuring you understand our practices.
Contact: info@visitmargaretriver.au
1) Privacy Policy
What we collect
- Information you provide – e.g., your name and email when you contact us or subscribe to our content.
- Technical data – basic analytics/cookies (e.g., pages viewed, device/browser, IP anonymised where possible).
- Affiliate tracking – when you click a booking link (e.g., Viator or Expedia), their cookies/IDs may track your visit so they can attribute commissions.
How we use it
- Reply to enquiries and provide the services you requested while respecting your privacy.
- Send newsletters if you’ve opted in (you can unsubscribe anytime).
- Improve site performance and detect/prevent abuse or errors.
- Comply with legal or regulatory requirements.
Legal basis (plain-English)
- Consent – for email marketing and when you submit forms for us to process within this privacy framework.
- Legitimate interests – basic site analytics, security, and affiliate attribution that helps keep the site running smoothly.
Sharing your information
We don’t sell your personal information. We share limited data with:
- Service providers (e.g., website hosting, email/newsletter tool, form provider) under confidentiality agreements respecting our privacy policy.
- Affiliate platforms (e.g., Viator/Tripadvisor, Expedia) when you click their links or widgets; their own privacy & cookie policies apply on their sites.
Cookies & analytics
- Cookies help the site function and allow basic, privacy-minded analytics and affiliate attribution.
- You can clear/disable cookies via your browser settings. Some features may not work without them.
Email choices
- Every email has an Unsubscribe link. You can also email us at any time to stop all communications.
Data retention
- Contact form messages: typically up to 24 months, as stated in our privacy protocols.
- Email subscriber data: until you unsubscribe or request deletion.
- Analytics: stored in aggregate; individual logs are minimized to protect privacy.
Your rights
You can access, correct, or request deletion of your personal information. Email us at
info@visitmargaretriver.au and we’ll help promptly under our privacy terms.
Children
This site is not intended for children under 16, adhering to our privacy regulations.
Changes
We may update this policy. Material changes will be posted on this page with a new “Last updated” date as part of our privacy practices.
2) Affiliate Disclosure
Some pages include links to partners such as Viator (a Tripadvisor company) and Expedia Group.
If you click one of these links and make a booking, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. This helps keep the site free and independent.
- We choose what to feature based on usefulness and quality; compensation does not affect the price you pay.
- Once you leave our site and book with a third party, your purchase is subject to their terms and privacy policy.
- If we ever publish sponsored content, we’ll label it clearly.
Questions?
Email us: info@visitmargaretriver.au for any privacy concerns or clarity.