Privacy Policy

Last Updated: 20 May 2026

Dark Protocols Pty Ltd (ABN 45 123 456 789), trading as Dark Protocols ("we", "us", "our"), operates the website located at darkprotocols.info (the "Site"). We are committed to protecting the privacy of all individuals who visit and interact with our Site. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information in accordance with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs).

By using the Site, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with this policy, please discontinue use of the Site.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Information You Provide Directly

We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide when you:

• Submit our contact form (name, email address, message content, and subject matter);
• Subscribe to our newsletter (email address);
• Register a team for a community tournament (team name, captain's name, email address, and game preference);
• Submit a game for review consideration (contact details, game title, and platform information);
• Apply to write for Dark Protocols (name, email, writing samples, and professional background).

1.2 Information Collected Automatically

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

• IP address and approximate geographic location;
• Browser type, version, and operating system;
• Pages visited, time spent on pages, and navigation paths;
• Referring URLs and search terms used to find the Site;
• Device identifiers and screen resolution.

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

2. How We Use Your Information

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

• To respond to your enquiries, review submissions, or tournament registrations;
• To send you our newsletter and editorial updates (where you have subscribed);
• To improve the content, functionality, and user experience of the Site;
• To analyse Site traffic and reader behaviour using aggregated, anonymised data;
• To comply with our legal obligations under Australian law;
• To detect and prevent fraudulent activity or misuse of the Site.

We will not use your personal information for any purpose that is incompatible with the purpose for which it was collected without your prior consent.

3. Disclosure of Your Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties. We may disclose 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 contractually bound to handle your data in accordance with Australian privacy law.
• Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required to do so by law, court order, or government authority.
• Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the acquiring entity, subject to equivalent privacy protections.

4. Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by law. Newsletter subscribers may unsubscribe at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link in any email we send. Contact form submissions are retained for a maximum of 24 months.

5. Security

We take reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect your personal information from unauthorised access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. These measures include HTTPS encryption, access controls, and regular security reviews. However, no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Access and Correction

Under the Australian Privacy Principles, you have the right to request access to the personal information we hold about you, and to request corrections if that information is inaccurate, incomplete, or out of date. To make such a request, please contact us at [email protected]. We will respond within 30 days.

7. Complaints

If you believe we have breached your privacy rights, please contact us in the first instance at [email protected]. If you are not satisfied with our response, you may lodge a complaint with the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) at www.oaic.gov.au.

8. Third-Party Links

The Site may contain links to third-party websites, including game publishers, esports organisations, and streaming platforms. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites and encourage you to review their respective privacy policies.

9. Children's Privacy

The Site is not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us and we will promptly delete it.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable law. We will post the updated policy on this page with a revised "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

11. Contact Us

For any privacy-related questions or requests, please contact:

• Dark Protocols Pty Ltd
• Level 12, 333 Collins Street, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
• Email: [email protected]
• Phone: +61 3 9000 1234