Welcome to Solar Accreditation Australia. This Privacy Policy is designed to help you understand how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information. By using the Website, you agree to the terms outlined in this policy.

Information We Collect

Personal Information

When you register for an account, we may collect information such as your name, email address, phone number, mailing address, and other contact details.

If you submit applications or related documents, we may collect additional information such as educational and professional background, references, and any other relevant details necessary for the accreditation process.

SAA does not use any government identifiers as your membership, policy or application number.

Usage Information

We may collect information about how you interact with the Website, including pages visited, Google analytics, time spent on the site, browser type, device information, and other analytics data.

How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

Providing Services:

To facilitate the process and provide related services, including processing applications, communicating accreditation status, and maintaining accreditation records.

Communication:

To communicate with you about your accreditation status, updates, and other relevant information. This may include email notifications, newsletters, and announcements.

Improving the Website:

To analyse user behaviour, track trends, and gather demographic information to enhance the functionality and user experience of the Website.

Research and Development:

To conduct research and development activities aimed at improving our services and developing new features.

Information Sharing

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties without your consent, except as described in this Privacy Policy or when required by law. We may share information with:

Accreditation Partners:

In certain cases, we may share necessary information with our accreditation partners to facilitate the process.

Service Providers:

We may engage third-party service providers to assist us in delivering our services, and they may have access to your personal information for that purpose.

Security Measures

We implement security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, and destruction. These measures include encryption, access controls, and regular security audits.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

The Website may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your user experience. You can control cookies through your browser settings. By using the Website, you consent to the use of cookies as described in our Cookie Policy.

Links to Third-Party Websites

The Website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. Please review the privacy policies of those websites before providing any personal information.

Your Choices

You have the following choices regarding your personal information:

Access and Correction:

You can update, correct, or delete your personal information by accessing your account settings on the Website.

Communication Preferences:

You can choose to opt-out of certain communications or adjust your communication preferences by contacting us or using the provided opt-out mechanisms.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

This privacy statement was last updated on 28/02/2024. SAA continuously reviews its privacy statement and procedures to keep up to date with relevant legislative and operating requirements. As a result, we may update and change this privacy statement from time-to-time and the updated version will be published on our website. If you have a concern or query about this process and how it may affect you.

Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at info@saaustralia.com.au