Privacy Policy

Last updated: 14 May 2026 | Effective date: 1 January 2022

1. About This Policy

NovaAsault ("we", "us", "our") operates the website located at https://novaasault.pro (the "Site"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal information in accordance with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs) contained therein.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information when you visit our Site, subscribe to our newsletter, submit our contact form, or otherwise interact with us.

By using the Site, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with its terms, please discontinue use of the Site.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide Directly

We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us, including:

• Contact Form Submissions: Name, email address, and the content of your message when you use our contact form.
• Newsletter Subscriptions: Email address when you subscribe to our newsletter.
• Tournament Submissions: Organisation name, contact details, and event information when you submit a tournament for listing.

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

When you visit the Site, we may automatically collect certain technical information, including:

• IP address and approximate geographic location
• Browser type and version
• Operating system
• Pages visited and time spent on each page
• Referring website or source
• Device type (desktop, mobile, tablet)

This information is collected through cookies and similar tracking technologies. Please refer to our Cookie Policy for more details.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the personal information we collect for the following purposes:

• To respond to your enquiries and messages submitted via our contact form
• To send you our newsletter and editorial updates (if you have subscribed)
• To process and list tournament submissions on our Site
• To analyse Site usage and improve our content and user experience
• To detect and prevent fraudulent or malicious activity
• To comply with our legal obligations under Australian law

We will only use your personal information for the purposes for which it was collected, unless you have consented to another use or such use is otherwise permitted by the Privacy Act 1988.

4. Disclosure of Your Information

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information in the following limited circumstances:

• Service Providers: We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating the Site (e.g., email delivery services, analytics providers). These providers are bound by confidentiality obligations and may not use your data for any other purpose.
• Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities (e.g., a court or government agency).
• Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of all or a portion of our assets, your personal information may be transferred as part of that transaction.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on the Site. For detailed information about the types of cookies we use and how to manage your preferences, please read our Cookie Policy.

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorised access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

• HTTPS encryption for all data transmitted to and from the Site
• Restricted access to personal information on a need-to-know basis
• Regular security reviews and updates

However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by law. Specifically:

• Contact form submissions: Retained for up to 2 years from the date of submission.
• Newsletter subscriptions: Retained until you unsubscribe or request deletion.
• Analytics data: Aggregated and anonymised data may be retained indefinitely.

8. Your Rights and Choices

Under the Australian Privacy Act 1988, you have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: You may request access to the personal information we hold about you.
• Correction: You may request that we correct any inaccurate or incomplete personal information.
• Deletion: You may request that we delete your personal information, subject to any legal obligations we may have to retain it.
• Opt-Out: You may unsubscribe from our newsletter at any time by clicking the "unsubscribe" link in any email we send, or by contacting us directly.
• Complaints: If you believe we have breached the Australian Privacy Principles, you may lodge a complaint with the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) at www.oaic.gov.au.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details provided in Section 12.

9. Third-Party Links

Our Site may contain links to third-party websites, including game developer websites, esports organisations, and social media platforms. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

10. Children's Privacy

Our Site is not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately and we will take steps to delete such information.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on this page with a revised "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:

• Email: [email protected]
• Post: Privacy Officer, NovaAsault, Level 12, 1 Market Street, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia
• Online: Contact Form

We will respond to all privacy-related enquiries within 30 days.