Privacy Policy
1. Who We Are
ClearNorth is an independent editorial desk providing general financial information for Australian adults. The data controller for this website is the registered entity at the address below.
Registered office: 200 Collins Street, Melbourne VIC 3000
ACN: 482 991 929
ABN: 89 482 991 929
Contact: support@nexuscoreanimal.com
2. What Information We Collect
We collect only what is necessary to operate and improve this site:
- Analytics data: pages visited, session duration, device type, and approximate location (country/state level). Collected via cookies — see our Cookie Policy.
- Contact form submissions: name (if provided) and email address, used solely to respond to your enquiry.
- Newsletter sign-ups: email address, used to send update notifications. You can unsubscribe at any time.
Quiz answers: The Money Compass quiz runs entirely in your browser. Your answers are not transmitted to our servers and are not stored or linked to your identity.
3. How We Use Your Information
- To respond to contact and support enquiries.
- To send newsletter updates if you have subscribed.
- To understand how readers use the site so we can improve guide quality and navigation.
- To comply with legal obligations.
We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for their own marketing purposes.
4. Cookies
We use cookies for analytics and functionality. Essential cookies are necessary for the site to function. Analytics cookies help us understand readership patterns. You can manage cookie preferences via the cookie banner or your browser settings. Full details are in our Cookie Policy.
5. Third-Party Services
We use standard web analytics tools. These services may set their own cookies and process data under their own privacy policies. We do not embed social media trackers or advertising pixels. Affiliate links may redirect through third-party tracking systems — these providers operate independently of ClearNorth.
6. Data Retention
Contact enquiry data is retained for up to 24 months, after which it is deleted. Newsletter subscriber data is retained until you unsubscribe. Analytics data is retained in aggregated, anonymised form.
7. Your Rights
Under Australian privacy law, you have the right to:
- Request access to personal information we hold about you.
- Request correction of inaccurate information.
- Request deletion of your data, subject to legal retention requirements.
- Withdraw consent for newsletter communications at any time.
To exercise these rights, email support@nexuscoreanimal.com. We aim to respond within 30 days.
8. Security
We use industry-standard HTTPS encryption. Personal data submitted via forms is handled using secure transmission. No system is completely secure; we encourage you to use strong, unique passwords for any accounts.
9. Children
ClearNorth is intended for adults aged 18 and over. We do not knowingly collect personal information from anyone under 18. If we become aware of such collection, we will delete the data promptly.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy when our practices change or when required by law. The last-reviewed date at the top of this page will reflect any changes. Continued use of the site following an update constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.
11. Contact
Privacy enquiries: support@nexuscoreanimal.com. We aim to reply within two business days.