Privacy policy

Privacy Policy

Effective Date: May 2026

1. Introduction

BSG Distribution Services Pty Ltd (“BSG”, “we”, “our”, or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal information in an open and transparent manner.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, store, and protect personal information through the BSG Distribution Services, Crowne Tools and Harry Cooper websites (“Websites”) and related services.

By accessing or using our websites, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

2. What is Personal Information

The Privacy Act 1988 (Cth), defines Personal Information as information or an opinion about an identified individual, or an individual who is reasonably identifiable:

(a) whether the information or opinion is true or not; and

(b) whether the information or opinion is recorded in a material form or not.

Any time we use the term Personal Information in this policy, we are referring to this legal definition of the term.

3. Information We Collect

We may collect personal information including:

·       Name

·       Company name

·       Email address

·       Telephone number

·       Billing and delivery addresses

·       Purchase and transaction history

·       Payment information (processed through secure third-party payment providers)

·       IP address

·       Browser type and device information

·       Website usage and analytics data

·       Any information you voluntarily provide through contact forms, enquiries, or account registrations

4. How We Collect Information

We collect information when you:

·       Visit our Website

·       Create an account

·       Place an order

·       Subscribe to newsletters or marketing communications

·       Contact us via email, phone, or online forms

·       Participate in promotions, surveys, or competitions

We may also collect information through cookies and similar tracking technologies.

5. How We Use Your Information

We may use your personal information to:

·       Process and fulfil orders

·       Deliver products and services

·       Respond to enquiries and customer support requests

·       Manage customer accounts

·       Improve our Website and services

·       Send transactional communications

·       Send marketing communications where permitted by law

·       Detect and prevent fraud or security incidents

·       Comply with legal and regulatory obligations

6. Cookies and Analytics

Our Website may use cookies and similar technologies to improve functionality and user experience.

Cookies help us:

·       Understand Website traffic and usage patterns

·       Remember user preferences

·       Improve Website performance

·       Deliver relevant advertising and marketing content

You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies; however, some Website features may not function properly.

7. Disclosure of Personal Information

We may disclose your personal information to:

·       Payment processing providers

·       Freight and delivery companies

·       IT service providers and website hosting providers

·       Marketing and analytics providers

·       Professional advisers including accountants, lawyers, and auditors

·       Government authorities where required by law

We do not sell personal information to third parties.

8. Overseas Disclosure

Some service providers may store or process information outside Australia. Where this occurs, we take reasonable steps to ensure your personal information is handled in accordance with applicable privacy laws.

9. Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect personal information from misuse, interference, loss, unauthorised access, modification, or disclosure.

These measures may include:

·       Secure server environments

·       SSL encryption

·       Restricted access controls

·       Regular security monitoring

While we strive to protect your information, no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure.

10. Access and Correction

You may request access to personal information we hold about you and request corrections if the information is inaccurate, incomplete, or outdated.

Requests should be directed to the contact details provided below.

 

11. Marketing Communications

If you have subscribed to receive marketing communications, you may opt out at any time by:

·       Clicking the unsubscribe link in marketing emails; or

·       Contacting us directly.

We will process unsubscribe requests as soon as reasonably practicable.

12. Third-Party Websites

Our Website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those websites and encourage users to review their privacy policies.

13. Retention of Information

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce agreements.

14. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

15. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, wish to access or correct your personal information, or wish to make a privacy complaint, please contact:

BSG Distribution Services Pty Ltd

Email: admin@bsgd.com.au

Phone: 1800 431 207

Postal Address: 224 Atlantic Drive, Keysborough 3173. Victoria. Australia

If you are not satisfied with our response to a privacy complaint, you may contact the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC).

Website: https://www.oaic.gov.au

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