sjonesaccounting

Privacy Policy

Website: sjonesaccounting.com.au
Business Name: S Jones Accounting
ABN: 76964169141

Scope Note:

This Privacy Policy applies mainly to information collected through the S Jones Accounting website and related online booking or analytics tools.
It does not replace or govern the separate client-engagement agreements or internal record-keeping practices used for accounting services.


 

1. Introduction

S Jones Accounting (“we”, “our”, “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information in accordance with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs).
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you visit our website or book a consultation.


 

2. Information We Collect

We collect personal information only where necessary to provide our services.

You may provide the following information through our Calendly booking form:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Appointment details

We also use Google Analytics to collect non-identifiable usage data (e.g. pages visited, session duration, device type).
We do not collect sensitive financial or personal data through this website.


 

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Schedule and manage appointments

  • Communicate about bookings or inquiries

  • Improve our website and services through analytics

We never sell or share your information for marketing purposes.


 

4. Data Storage and Cross-Border Disclosure

Your information may be stored or processed by:

  • Calendly (servers in the United States)

  • Google Analytics (servers in multiple countries)

We take reasonable steps to ensure these providers comply with privacy standards consistent with the Australian Privacy Principles.


 

5. Retention and Deletion

Information is retained only as long as necessary to provide our services or meet legal obligations.
You may request deletion of your data by contacting us; we’ll act within a reasonable timeframe unless retention is required by law.


 

6. Security

We use appropriate technical and organisational measures to safeguard your data from misuse, loss, or unauthorised access. However, no online system can guarantee absolute security.


 

7. Cookies and Analytics

Our website uses cookies to improve functionality and collect anonymous analytics.
You can disable cookies in your browser or opt out of Google Analytics tracking at
https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout.


 

8. Access, Correction and Complaints

You may request access to or correction of your information, or lodge a privacy complaint, by contacting us:

📧 office@sjonesaccounting.com.au
📞 (+61) 414199499

We aim to respond within 30 days.
If you’re unsatisfied, you may contact the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) at www.oaic.gov.au.


 

9. Updates

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically; the effective date for this policy stands from October 2025.