Privacy Statement
At Pathology Council of Australia, we are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal information in a secure, transparent, and responsible manner. This Privacy Statement explains how we collect, use, store, and protect information provided by users of our website and members area.
1. Information We Collect
We collect only the minimum information necessary to provide access to our members area. This may include:
* Name
* Email address
* Login credentials (such as username and password)
* Basic account details required for membership verification
We do not collect sensitive personal information, financial data, or any information unrelated to membership access. This is protected by Stripe on your subscription sign up.
2. How We Use Your Information
All personal information collected is used solely for the purpose of:
* Creating and managing your member account
* Providing secure login access to the members area
* Verifying your membership status
* Maintaining internal administrative records
We do not use your information for marketing, profiling, advertising, or any unrelated activities.
3. No Sharing or Selling of Data
We do not sell, rent, trade, or share your personal information with:
* Third-party advertisers
* Marketing organisations
* External data brokers
* Your information is only accessible to authorised personnel for administrative and technical purposes related to member access.
4. Data Security
We take reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect your information from:
* Unauthorised access
* nLoss or misuse
* Disclosure or alteration
This includes secure login systems, restricted administrative access, and standard website security protections.
5. Data Retention
We retain personal information only for as long as it is required to:
* Maintain your active membership account
* Meet legal or regulatory obligations
If your membership ends, your information will be securely deleted or de-identified within a reasonable timeframe.
6. Your Rights
You have the right to:
* Request access to your personal information
* Request corrections to inaccurate details
* Request deletion of your account information
* Requests can be made by contacting us using the details on our website.
7. Changes to This Privacy Statement
We may update this Privacy Statement from time to time to reflect changes in legal requirements or operational practices. Any updates will be published on this page.
8. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Statement or how your information is handled, please contact us through the official contact channels listed on our website.
Phlebotomists Council of Australia
The peak body and Professional Association of Australian Pathology Workers.
The Phlebotomists Council of Australia
The Phlebotomists Council of Australia (PCA) is the Peak Body and Professional Association for all Australian Pathology Workers.
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