Privacy Policy

Allergy Microbiome Foundation Limited

ABN: 54 670 035 248

Last updated: May 2026

1. Introduction

The Allergy Microbiome Foundation Limited ("we", "us", or "our") is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and disclose your personal information in accordance with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs).

By using our website (www.allergycharity.com or www.allergymicrobiomefoundation.org.au) or providing us with your personal information, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

2. What Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of personal information:

Your name and email address when you subscribe to our newsletter or mailing list
Donation details including your name, contact information, and payment details when you make a donation
Any information you voluntarily provide when contacting us
Technical information such as your IP address, browser type, and pages visited on our website

3. How We Collect Your Information

We collect personal information directly from you when you:

Sign up to receive our newsletter or community updates
Make a donation through our website
Contact us via email or our website contact form
Interact with our website

4. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal information to:

Send you our newsletter, allergy safety updates, news, and resources (if you have subscribed)
Process and receipt your donations
Communicate with you about our programs, events, and initiatives
Improve our website and services
Meet our legal and regulatory obligations as a registered charity

5. Email Communications

If you subscribe to our mailing list, you will receive regular updates from us about allergy research, safety tips, and community news. You can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link in any of our emails or by contacting us directly.

We will never sell or share your email address with third parties for marketing purposes.

6. Donations

When you make a donation, we collect your name and contact information to process your gift and provide a tax receipt. As an endorsed Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR), we are required to maintain records of donations for compliance purposes.

Donations are processed securely through PayPal. We do not collect, see, or store your payment details — all payment information is handled entirely by PayPal and is subject to PayPal's Privacy Policy (www.paypal.com/privacy).

7. Disclosure of Your Information

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information with:

Our email service provider for the purpose of sending newsletters and communications
PayPal for the purpose of securely processing donations
Government bodies or regulators where required by law

All third-party providers we use are required to handle your information securely and in accordance with applicable privacy laws.

8. Data Storage and Security

We take reasonable steps to protect your personal information from misuse, interference, loss, and unauthorised access. Your information is stored securely and access is restricted to authorised personnel only.

While we take all reasonable precautions, no data transmission over the internet can be guaranteed to be completely secure.

9. Your Rights

Under the Australian Privacy Act, you have the right to:

Access the personal information we hold about you
Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
Request that we delete your personal information (subject to legal obligations)
Opt out of receiving marketing communications at any time

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details below.

10. Cookies

Our website may use cookies to improve your browsing experience. Cookies are small files stored on your device that help us understand how you use our website. You can disable cookies through your browser settings, however this may affect the functionality of our website.

11. Medical Information Disclaimer

The information on our website is for general educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. The Allergy Microbiome Foundation does not collect or store sensitive health or medical information through our website. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional regarding allergy diagnosis, treatment, and management.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on our website with an updated date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or complaints about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal information, please contact us: