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GDPR Compliance

Last updated: May 11, 2026

Introduction

This page provides information about our compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) for visitors and users from the European Economic Area (EEA).

While Sparkling Text primarily serves Australian residents, we respect the privacy rights of all visitors to our website, including those from the EEA.

Legal Basis for Processing

We process personal data under the following legal bases:

  • Consent: When you provide explicit consent for specific processing activities
  • Contract: When processing is necessary to fulfill our contractual obligations to you
  • Legal Obligation: When we must process data to comply with legal requirements
  • Legitimate Interests: When processing is necessary for our legitimate business interests, balanced against your rights

Your Rights Under GDPR

If you are a resident of the EEA, you have the following rights:

Right to Access

You have the right to request copies of your personal data. We may charge a small fee for this service.

Right to Rectification

You have the right to request correction of any information you believe is inaccurate or incomplete.

Right to Erasure

You have the right to request deletion of your personal data under certain conditions.

Right to Restrict Processing

You have the right to request restriction of processing your personal data under certain conditions.

Right to Object

You have the right to object to our processing of your personal data under certain conditions.

Right to Data Portability

You have the right to request transfer of your data to another organization or directly to you under certain conditions.

Right to Withdraw Consent

Where we rely on consent to process your data, you have the right to withdraw that consent at any time.

Data Controller

For the purposes of GDPR, Sparkling Text is the data controller. Our contact details are:

Sparkling Text
Level 12, 45 Collins Street
Melbourne VIC 3000
Australia
Email: [email protected]

Data Protection Officer

For privacy-related inquiries, you may contact our data protection team at [email protected]

International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in Australia or other countries where we or our service providers operate. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers in accordance with GDPR requirements.

Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by law. Retention periods vary depending on the type of data and the purpose for processing.

Automated Decision-Making

We do not use automated decision-making or profiling that produces legal effects or similarly significantly affects you.

Security Measures

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to ensure a level of security appropriate to the risk, including:

  • Encryption of personal data
  • Regular security assessments
  • Access controls and authentication
  • Regular backups
  • Employee training on data protection

Data Breach Notification

In the event of a data breach that is likely to result in a risk to your rights and freedoms, we will notify you and the relevant supervisory authority within 72 hours of becoming aware of the breach.

Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies in accordance with GDPR requirements. You can manage your cookie preferences through our cookie banner and your browser settings. For more information, see our Cookies Policy.

Third-Party Processors

We work with third-party service providers who process data on our behalf. We ensure these processors comply with GDPR requirements through appropriate contracts and safeguards.

Children's Data

Our services are not directed at children under 16 years of age. We do not knowingly collect data from children. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal data, please contact us.

Exercising Your Rights

To exercise any of your GDPR rights, please contact us at [email protected] with:

  • Your full name and contact information
  • A description of the right you wish to exercise
  • Any relevant details or documentation

We will respond to your request within one month. If your request is complex, we may extend this period by two months and will inform you of the extension.

Complaints

If you believe we have not handled your personal data in accordance with GDPR, you have the right to lodge a complaint with your local supervisory authority.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this GDPR compliance information from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on our website.

Contact Us

For any questions about our GDPR compliance or to exercise your rights, please contact us at [email protected]

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