Privacy Policy
Effective date: 1st day of September 2025
https://sobermatetheapp.com (the "Site") is owned and operated by SOBERMATE. SoberMate is the data controller and can be contacted at: hello@sobermatetheapp.com
PURPOSE
The purpose of this privacy policy (this "Privacy Policy") is to inform users of our Site of the following:
- The personal data we will collect;
- Use of collected data;
- Who has access to the data collected;
- The rights of Site users; and
- The Site's cookie policy.
This Privacy Policy applies in addition to the terms and conditions of our Site.
Introduction
This website, https://sobermatetheapp.com (the “Site”), is owned and operated by SOBERMATE (“we”, “us”, “our”). SOBERMATE is the data controller and can be contacted at: hello@sobermatetheapp.com.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect personal information in accordance with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs).
By using our Site, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
Personal Information We Collect
When you visit and use our Site, we may automatically collect and store the following information:
- IP address;
- Location;
- Hardware and software details;
- Clicked links; and
- Content viewed.
DATA COLLECTED IN A NON-AUTOMATIC WAY
We may also collect the following data when you perform certain functions on our Site:
- Name;
- Email address;
- Project Brief;
- Budget; and
- Timeline
This data may be collected using the following methods:
- Submitting a form.
HOW WE USE PERSONAL DATA
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- To provide and improve our services and website experience
- To communicate with you regarding inquiries, projects, or updates
- For site analytics and performance monitoring
- To comply with legal obligations
We will not use your personal information for purposes other than those outlined in this Privacy Policy without your consent.
Disclosure of Personal Information
Employees
We may disclose user data to any member of our organization who reasonably needs access to user data to achieve the purposes set out in this Privacy Policy.
Other Disclosures
We may disclose your personal information in the following circumstances:
- To our employees or contractors who require access to perform their work
- Where required by law or legal proceedings
- To protect or enforce our legal rights
- In connection with a sale or transfer of our business
If you follow hyperlinks from our Site to another Site, please note that we are not responsible for and have no control over their privacy policies and practices.
User data will be stored indefinitely.
HOW WE PROTECT YOUR PERSONAL DATA
We take reasonable steps to protect personal information from misuse, interference, and loss, and from unauthorised access, modification, or disclosure. This includes:
- Storing information on secure servers
- Restricting access to authorised personnel only
- Using industry-standard encryption where possible
While we strive to protect your data, no online transmission or storage system is completely secure.
YOUR RIGHTS AS A USER
Under the Privacy Act, you have the right to:
- Access your personal information
- Request correction of your personal information
- Withdraw consent for certain uses of your personal information
- Complain about a breach of your privacy
To exercise your rights, or for inquiries about your data, please contact hello@sobermatetheapp.com
CHILDREN
Our Site is not intended for children under 16 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us to have it deleted.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our Site uses cookies to enhance your experience. Cookies may include:
1. Functional cookies
Functional cookies are used to remember the selections you make on our Site so that your selections are saved for your next visits;
2. Analytical cookies
Analytical cookies allow us to improve the design and functionality of our Site by collecting data on how you access our Site, for example, data on the content you access, how long you stay on our Site, etc;
3. Targeting cookies
Targeting cookies collect data on how you use the Site and your preferences. This allows us to personalize the information you see on our Site for you; and
4. Third-Party Cookies
Third-party cookies are created by a website other than ours. We may use third-party cookies to monitor user preferences to tailor advertisements around their interests.
You can disable cookies in your browser, but this may affect the functionality of our Site.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.
Complaints
If you have concerns or complaints about how we handle your personal information, please contact us at hello@sobermatetheapp.com. If you are not satisfied with our response, you may contact the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC).
CONTACT INFORMATION
If you have any questions, concerns or complaints, you can contact us at