Who We Are
Compare the Super (comparethesuper.com.au) is an independent Australian website providing superannuation comparisons, calculators, and news. This policy explains how we handle information when you visit our site.
Information We Collect
Automatically collected data: Like most websites, we use analytics tools (Google Site Kit / Google Analytics) to understand how visitors use our site โ this includes general information such as pages visited, time on site, approximate location (city/region level), device type, and referral source. This data is aggregated and does not directly identify you.
Information you provide: If you contact us through our Contact page, we collect the name, email address, and message content you choose to provide, solely to respond to your enquiry.
Calculator data: Our calculators run entirely in your browser. Figures you enter (salary, balance, age, etc.) are processed locally on your device and are never transmitted to, or stored on, our servers.
Cookies
Our site uses cookies for analytics (Google Analytics) and, once approved, for advertising (Google AdSense). Cookies are small files stored on your device that help us understand site usage and may be used by Google to personalise ads based on your browsing activity across sites. You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings, and manage ad personalisation via Google’s Ads Settings (adssettings.google.com).
Third-Party Services
We use the following third-party services, which have their own privacy policies governing data they process:
- Google Analytics / Site Kit (site usage analytics)
- Google AdSense (advertising, once approved)
- DigitalOcean (our hosting provider โ data may be processed on servers located in Australia)
Some of these services may process data on servers located outside Australia, including in the United States, as part of their global infrastructure.
How We Use Information
We use the information described above to operate and improve the site, respond to enquiries, and (where applicable) display relevant advertising. We do not sell your personal information to third parties.
Data Security
We take reasonable steps to protect information collected through this site, including the use of security software (Wordfence) and standard hosting security practices. However, no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Your Rights
Under the Australian Privacy Principles (Privacy Act 1988 (Cth)), you may have the right to access, correct, or request deletion of personal information we hold about you (such as a message you’ve sent via our Contact form). To make a request, contact us at [insert contact email].
Note on Applicability: As a small business, Compare the Super may fall under certain exemptions in the Privacy Act 1988; however, we aim to handle personal information in line with the Australian Privacy Principles as a matter of good practice.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated “last updated” date.
Contact Us
For privacy-related questions or requests, contact us.