Last update: 23 February 2026

Last update: 23 February 2026

Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

PRIVACY POLICY

Effective Date: 23rd February 2026
Website/App Name: Pickle Partner
Operator: Exposed Monkey

ABN: 65 028 358 508
Contact Email: phil@hotmail.com.au


1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy explains how Pickle Partner ("we", "us", "our") collects, uses, stores and discloses personal information in connection with our online platform for matching Australian pickleball players seeking competition and tournament partners.

We are committed to protecting your privacy in accordance with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs).

By creating an account or using our platform, you consent to the collection, use and disclosure of your personal information as described in this Privacy Policy.


2. Scope

This Privacy Policy applies to:

  • Our website

  • Our mobile application

  • Any associated services, communications, and features

This platform is intended only for users located in Australia.


3. What Personal Information We Collect

We collect personal information that is reasonably necessary to operate a matchmaking platform.


3.1 Information You Provide Directly

When you create an account or use the platform, we may collect:

  • Full name

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Date of birth or age range

  • Location (suburb, state)

  • Pickleball skill level and playing preferences

  • Availability

  • Profile photographs

  • Biographical information

  • Communication preferences

  • Any information you choose to include in your profile

  • Messages you send through the platform


3.2 Automatically Collected Information

We may collect:

  • IP address

  • Device information

  • Browser type

  • Usage data

  • Log data

  • Cookies and tracking information


4. How We Use Your Personal Information

We use your information to:

  • Create and manage your account

  • Display your profile to other users

  • Facilitate matches between players

  • Enable messaging, calling or communication features

  • Provide support services

  • Improve platform functionality

  • Monitor misuse or inappropriate conduct

  • Comply with legal obligations


5. Disclosure of Personal Information to Other Users

This is a matchmaking platform. The core function of the service involves sharing user profile information with other users.

By creating a profile, you acknowledge and agree that:

  • Your profile information will be visible to other registered users.

  • Information you choose to include in your profile may be viewed, copied, or recorded by other users.

  • When you communicate with another user (via messaging, email, text, or call features), you are voluntarily sharing information with that person.

  • We cannot control how other users use, store, or further disclose information that you provide to them.

You are solely responsible for deciding what information you choose to share.


6. Disclosure to Third Parties

We will not disclose personal information to third parties, except in the following situations:

  • If required by law or regulatory authorities

  • To enforce our Terms and Conditions

  • To protect the safety of users or the public

We do not sell personal information.

7. Data Storage and Security

We take reasonable steps to protect personal information from misuse, interference, loss, unauthorised access, modification or disclosure.

These measures may include:

  • Secure servers

  • Encryption

  • Access controls

  • Authentication procedures

However, no online system is completely secure. You acknowledge that transmission of data over the internet is at your own risk.


8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Maintain user sessions

  • Improve functionality

  • Analyse platform performance

You can adjust browser settings to refuse cookies, although this may affect platform functionality.


9. Access and Correction

You may:

  • Access your personal information via your account

  • Request correction of inaccurate information

  • Update or delete profile details

Requests can be made by contacting us at: phil@hotmail.com.au


10. Account Deletion

You may delete your account at any time.

Upon deletion:

  • Your profile will no longer be visible to other users

  • Some information may be retained for legal, dispute resolution or compliance purposes


11. Overseas Disclosure

We may use third-party service providers that store data outside Australia. Where this occurs, we take reasonable steps to ensure compliance with Australian privacy law.


12. Complaints

If you believe we have breached the Privacy Act or mishandled your information, please contact us in writing at:

phil@hotmail.com.au

If you are not satisfied with our response, you may contact the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC).

13. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updated versions will be posted on our website with a revised effective date.