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