Privacy Policy
Last Updated: May 2026
This Privacy Policy explains how I handle information on this website. As a personal research site, I am committed to protecting your privacy and being transparent about the minimal data footprint this site leaves behind.
Personal Information Collection
I do not collect, store, or process any personal information (such as names, email addresses, or phone numbers) through this website.
There are no contact forms on this site.
There is no newsletter subscription or account registration.
Analytics and Tracking
To ensure your privacy, this website:
Does not use Google Analytics or any other third-party tracking software.
Does not use "tracking pixels" or social media plugins (like the Facebook Pixel).
Does not monitor your browsing behaviour across other websites.
Cookies
This website uses only Strictly Necessary Cookies. These are small text files required for the technical operation of the site (for example, to remember your preferences or ensure the site loads correctly).
These cookies do not contain identifiable personal information.
They are not used for advertising or marketing purposes.
Third-Party Links
My research may include links to external websites (e.g., academic journals, institutional repositories, or news articles). Please note that I am not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. I encourage you to read their privacy policies if you choose to visit them.
Compliance with Australian Law
While this site is a personal project, I aim to operate in the spirit of the Australian Privacy Act 1988. Because I do not collect personal data, many of the Act's requirements regarding data breaches and access requests are not applicable to this site.
Contact
If you have any questions regarding this policy or my research, you may contact me at natalie@nataliesmith.com.au.