Privacy policy.
Effective Date: July 5, 2025
1. Introduction
Opportunity Down Under ("we," "our," or "us") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website opportunitydownunder.com.
We provide independent management consulting-style reports and informational resources about Australian opportunities for American students, academics, and highly skilled professionals. Please note: We are not licensed immigration consultants and do not provide immigration advice or services.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Personal Information
We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide, including:
Name and contact information (email, phone, address)
Demographic information (age, location, occupation)
Account credentials (username, password)
Professional background and qualifications (for report customization)
Educational interests and career goals
Research preferences and areas of interest
Communication preferences
2.2 Automatically Collected Information
We automatically collect certain information when you visit our Website:
IP address and device information
Browser type and version
Pages visited and time spent on pages
Referring website information
Cookies and tracking technologies data
2.3 Third-Party Information
We may receive information about you from third-party sources, such as:
Social media platforms (if you connect your accounts)
Government agencies (for verification purposes)
Partner organizations and service providers
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your information for the following purposes:
3.1 Service Delivery
Provide and maintain our services
Process report purchases and deliver premium content
Communicate about orders, reports, and updates
Customize your experience on our Website
Enforce our terms of service, including copyright protection of premium reports
3.2 Business Operations
Improve our Website and services
Conduct research and analytics for report development
Process payments for report purchases
Prevent fraud and ensure security
Comply with legal obligations
3.3 Marketing and Communications
Send newsletters and promotional materials (with your consent)
Notify you about relevant opportunities
Conduct surveys and gather feedback
4. Information Sharing and Disclosure
4.1 Third-Party Service Providers
We may share your information with trusted third parties who assist us in:
Website hosting and maintenance
Payment processing
Email marketing services
Analytics and reporting
Legal and professional services
4.2 Business Transfers
In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the new entity.
4.3 Legal Requirements
We may disclose your information when required by law or to:
Comply with legal processes
Protect our rights and property
Ensure user safety
Cooperate with law enforcement
4.4 Consent-Based Sharing
We may share your information with your explicit consent for specific purposes, such as:
Providing customized research reports
Connecting you with Australian or U.S. educational institutions
Facilitating professional networking opportunities related to Australian or U.S. business
5. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.
6. Your Rights and Choices
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:
6.1 Access and Correction
Request access to your personal information
Request correction of inaccurate information
Request deletion of your information (subject to legal requirements)
6.2 Communication Preferences
Opt out of marketing communications
Update your communication preferences
Unsubscribe from newsletters
6.3 Data Portability
Request a copy of your data in a portable format
Transfer your data to another service (where technically feasible)
7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
Remember your preferences
Analyze website usage
Provide personalized content
Improve our services
You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences.
8. International Data Transfers
As we are based in the United States, your information is processed and stored in the United States. If you are located outside of the United States, your information may be transferred to and processed in the United States. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers in compliance with applicable data protection laws.
9. Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to:
Provide our services
Comply with legal obligations
Resolve disputes
Enforce our agreements
10. Children's Privacy
Our services are not intended for children under 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18. If we become aware that we have collected such information, we will take steps to delete it.
11. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by:
Posting the updated policy on our Website
Sending an email notification (if you have provided your email)
Providing notice through our services
12. US Privacy Compliance
We comply with applicable US federal and state privacy laws, including the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) where applicable. If you are a California resident, you may have additional rights under the CCPA, including the right to know what personal information we collect, the right to delete personal information, and the right to opt-out of the sale of personal information.
13. International Users
If you are accessing our services from outside the United States, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States where our servers are located and our central database is operated. By using our services, you consent to the transfer of your information to the United States.
14. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your rights, please contact us:
Privacy Officer using this Contact form
Address: New York, NY 10011, USA
For California residents with privacy concerns, you may also contact the California Attorney General's office. For other jurisdictions, please consult your local data protection authority.
Last updated: June 5, 2025