Co Launch – Privacy Policy and Terms & Conditions

Last Updated: 26 May 2025

1. Background

  • 1.1 About Us: This document outlines the commitment of Unison Shire Group PTY LTD (ABN 40 668 332 161) trading as Co Launch (“Co Launch”, “we”, “us”, or “our”) to protect the privacy of personal information we receive and to define the terms and conditions governing the use of our website and services.
  • 1.2 About this Document: At Co Launch, we value privacy and clear communication. We consider this document important for outlining our practices and your rights and responsibilities when engaging with us.
  • 1.3 Application: This document applies to our clients, website visitors, and users of our services worldwide. It applies to our website(s) (including but not limited to [Your Website URL]), applications, and services but does not apply to linked third-party websites and applications that we do not operate.
  • 1.4 Compliance with Laws: We strive to comply with relevant privacy laws, including the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs) under the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth), and other applicable regulations.

2. PRIVACY POLICY

  • 2.1 How it applies: This Privacy Policy section sets out how we look after personal information. It explains the kinds of personal information that we collect, why we collect it, and how we hold, use, and disclose personal information.
  • 2.2 Your Agreement: By engaging with us, using our website(s), or by providing personal information to us, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy and our Terms & Conditions.
  • 2.3 Your Consent: When you agree to this Privacy Policy, you consent to the collection, use, storage, and disclosure of that information as described herein.

3. THE PERSONAL INFORMATION THAT WE COLLECT

  • 3.1 What we collect: We collect personal information necessary for the provision of our marketing services, including the marketing of our own products and services. We collect personal information to provide products, services, and information to our clients and prospective clients. We also collect information where required by law.
  • 3.2 Types of personal information collected: The types of personal information we collect depend on the circumstances. This may include:
    • Your name, job title, and contact details (email, phone number, address).
    • Business information relevant to the provision of marketing services.
    • Identification details if required for contractual or verification purposes.
    • Information regarding your use of our products and services.
    • Payment and billing information, such as bank account or credit card details (often processed via secure third-party payment gateways).
    • Your communication history with us (emails, call records, meeting notes).
    • Information regarding your use of our website(s) (see Section 4: Online Services).
    • Location information (e.g., IP address-derived).
    • Information provided through surveys, feedback forms, or competitions.
    • If you apply for a position with us: your resume, work history, qualifications, and references.
  • 3.3 Suppliers and Partners: We collect information necessary to do business with our suppliers and business partners.
  • 3.4 Monitoring: We may monitor communications (e.g., email, calls) for quality assurance, training, and compliance purposes, subject to applicable laws.

4. ONLINE SERVICES (WEBSITE AND DIGITAL PLATFORMS)

  • 4.1 Use of online services: When using our online services, we and our technology partners may collect information about you and your usage.
  • 4.2 What we may collect online:
    • Email address (e.g., if you subscribe to a newsletter or fill a contact form).
    • Device information (model, operating system, browser type).
    • Server log information (IP address, access times, referring URL).
    • Location information (derived from IP address).
  • 4.3 Websites & Cookies: If you visit our website, we may collect information on your use, such as pages visited, links clicked, and text entered. We use various technologies like cookies, pixel tags, and local storage.
    • Cookies: Small files stored on your device that enable recognition across sessions. You can manage cookies through your browser settings, but disabling them may affect website functionality.
    • Analytics Cookies: We use services like Google Analytics to understand website traffic and user behaviour. Information collected by these cookies is transmitted to and stored by the third-party provider (e.g., Google) in accordance with their privacy practices. You can opt out of Google Analytics here: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout.
  • 4.4 Payment Providers: If we process payments online, we use secure third-party payment gateways (e.g., Stripe, PayPal). Their privacy policies will govern the information they collect.
  • 4.5 Third-Party Websites: Our website may link to other websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Please review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

5. SENSITIVE INFORMATION

  • 5.1 Definition: Sensitive information includes data about racial or ethnic origin, political opinions, religious beliefs, trade union membership, health, sexual orientation, or criminal record.
  • 5.2 Collection: We generally do not collect sensitive information. If we need to, we will only do so with your explicit consent, where it is reasonably necessary for our functions, or as required/allowed by law.

6. HOW WE COLLECT PERSONAL INFORMATION

  • 6.1 Methods:
    • Directly from you: when you provide it to us (e.g., contact forms, emails, calls, meetings, contracts).
    • When you use our services or website.
    • From publicly available sources.
    • From third parties: such as referrals or through your authorised representatives, with appropriate consent where required.

7. USE OF PERSONAL INFORMATION

  • 7.1 Purposes: We may use and disclose your personal information to:
    • Provide, manage, and improve our marketing products and services to you.
    • Identify you and communicate with you.
    • Process payments and manage accounts.
    • Respond to your inquiries and provide support.
    • Conduct research and analysis to enhance our offerings.
    • For security purposes and to protect our legal rights.
    • Comply with legal and regulatory obligations.
    • Market our services to you (see Section 8).
    • Maintain and update our records.
    • Assess employment applications.
    • As otherwise required or authorised by law.

8. DIRECT MARKETING & UNSUBSCRIBE

  • 8.1 Marketing Communications: We may use your personal information to inform you about services, offers, or news that may interest you. This may be via email, phone, SMS, or social media.
  • 8.2 Opt-Out: You can opt-out of receiving marketing communications at any time by:
    • Using the “unsubscribe” link in the relevant email.
    • Contacting us directly at info@colaunch.co
    • Replying “STOP” to an SMS if applicable.
    • Please note that if you opt-out of marketing communications, we may still send you essential service-related communications.

9. DISCLOSURE OF PERSONAL INFORMATION

  • 9.1 Parties we may disclose to:
    • Our employees, contractors, and related entities as necessary to provide services.
    • Third-party service providers who assist us in operating our business (e.g., IT support, cloud hosting like AWS or Azure, payment processors, CRM providers, analytics services, professional advisors like lawyers or accountants).
    • Government agencies, regulators, and law enforcement bodies as required by law.
    • In the event of a business sale, merger, or acquisition, to the acquiring entity.
    • Anyone to whom you authorise us to disclose it.
  • 9.2 International Disclosure: Some of our service providers or related entities may be located overseas. Countries to which we may disclose information include [List countries if known, e.g., USA, UK, countries where cloud servers are located]. We will take reasonable steps to ensure that any overseas recipient deals with such personal information in a way that is substantially similar to the Australian Privacy Principles, or with your consent.
  • 9.3 Third-Party Use of Brand/Logo: See Section 14.2 regarding the display of logos on our website.

10. SECURITY AND STORAGE

  • 10.1 Storage: We may store personal information in physical and electronic formats, including using third-party cloud storage providers.
  • 10.2 Security Measures: We take reasonable steps to protect personal information from misuse, interference, loss, unauthorised access, modification, or disclosure. These steps include [Mention general measures like access controls, encryption where applicable, staff training, secure premises].
  • 10.3 No Guarantee: While we strive to protect your information, no data transmission over the internet or electronic storage system can be guaranteed to be 100% secure.
  • 10.4 Retention: We retain personal information only for as long as necessary for the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by law. We have data retention and deletion policies in place.

11. ACCESS TO AND CORRECTION OF PERSONAL INFORMATION

  • 11.1 Your Rights: You have the right to request access to the personal information we hold about you and to request its correction if it is inaccurate, out-of-date, incomplete, irrelevant, or misleading.
  • 11.2 Making a Request: To request access or correction, please contact us at info@colaunch.co. We will respond within a reasonable period (usually within 30 days).
  • 11.3 Verification and Fees: We may need to verify your identity before granting access or making corrections. We generally do not charge for making a request, but we may charge a reasonable fee to cover our administrative costs of providing access, of which we will inform you.
  • 11.4 Refusal: In certain circumstances permitted by law, we may refuse access or correction. If so, we will provide you with written reasons for the refusal (unless unreasonable to do so) and information on how to complain.

12. COMPLAINTS AND FURTHER INFORMATION

  • 12.1 Contact Us: If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or a complaint regarding our handling of your personal information, please contact us at:
    • Email: info@colaunch.co
  • We will investigate your complaint and attempt to resolve any breach that might have occurred in accordance with the APPs. We will respond to you within a reasonable period.
  • 12.2 Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC): If you are not satisfied with our response, you can lodge a complaint with the OAIC: https://www.oaic.gov.au/.

13. CHANGES TO THIS PRIVACY POLICY

  • 13.1 Reviews and Updates: We may review and update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our business, legal requirements, or industry practices.
  • 13.2 Notification: Any changes will be effective immediately upon posting the revised policy on our website. We encourage you to periodically review our website for the latest information on our privacy practices. For significant changes, we may also notify you via email or other direct communication.

 


 

TERMS & CONDITIONS

  • 14.1 Acceptance of Terms: By accessing or using the Co Launch website colaunch.co, any related services, or by engaging Co Launch for services, you agree to be bound by these Terms & Conditions and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, you must not use our website or services.
  • 14.2 USE OF LOGOS AND REPRESENTATION OF EXPERIENCE (IMPORTANT – PLEASE READ)
    • 14.2.1 Purpose of Display: The company logos displayed on our website (including but not limited to the homepage, contact page, case studies, and portfolio sections) are intended to illustrate the scope of experience, capabilities, and professional engagements of Co Launch and/or its principals and senior team members.
    • 14.2.2 Nature of Representation: These logos may represent:
      • (a) Current Clients: Organisations that are currently engaged in an active service agreement with Unison Shire Group PTY LTD (ABN 40 668 332 161) (trading as Co Launch).
      • (b) Previous Clients: Organisations that have previously been engaged in a service agreement with Unison Shire Group PTY LTD (ABN 40 668 332 161) (trading as Co Launch) or with Co Launch under any previous trading name or structure.
      • (c) Companies where Co Launch Principals or Senior Management Held Significant Prior Roles: Organisations where an owner, director, or senior manager of Unison Shire Group PTY LTD (ABN 40 668 332 161) (trading as Co Launch) was previously employed or engaged in a high-level executive or managerial capacity prior to their involvement with Co Launch. Such roles are specifically limited to Marketing Manager, Digital Marketing Manager, or equivalent senior marketing leadership positions and expressly do not include roles of lesser significance or responsibility.
    • 14.2.3 No Implied Endorsement or Current Affiliation for All Logos: The display of a logo does not in every instance imply a current, ongoing formal client-agency relationship with Co Launch. Specifically, for logos falling under category 14.2.2(c), the association represents historical senior-level experience of our team members within those organisations, contributing to the collective expertise of Co Launch. It does not imply that these companies are current or past clients of Co Launch itself, nor does it imply any endorsement of Co Launch by these companies unless explicitly stated otherwise.
    • 14.2.4 Accuracy and Clarification: We strive for accuracy in all representations. If you have any questions regarding the nature of our relationship with any entity whose logo is displayed, please contact us for clarification.
    • 14.2.5 Use of Your Logo (For Clients): If you are a client of Co Launch, you agree that we may use your company name and logo on our website and in our marketing materials for the purpose of showcasing our client portfolio and work, unless otherwise agreed in writing. You may request the removal of your logo at any time by contacting us, and we will make reasonable efforts to comply.
  • 14.3 Use of Website and Services
    • You agree to use our website and services only for lawful purposes and in a manner that does not infringe the rights of, or restrict or inhibit the use and enjoyment of, this website or our services by any third party.
    • Prohibited behavior includes harassing or causing distress or inconvenience to any person, transmitting obscene or offensive content, or disrupting the normal flow of dialogue within our website.
  • 14.4 Intellectual Property
    • All content included on this website, such as text, graphics, logos (other than third-party logos as described in section 14.2), images, audio clips, digital downloads, data compilations, and software, is the property of Unison Shire Group PTY LTD (ABN 40 668 332 161), or its content suppliers and protected by Australian and international copyright and trademark laws.
    • You may not systematically extract and/or re-utilise parts of the contents of the website without our express written consent.
  • 14.5 Disclaimers and Limitation of Liability
    • Our website and services are provided “as is” and “as available” without any representation or endorsement made and without warranty of any kind whether express or implied, including but not limited to the implied warranties of satisfactory quality, fitness for a particular purpose, non-infringement, compatibility, security, and accuracy.
    • While we strive to provide accurate and up-to-date information, we do not warrant that the information on our website is complete, true, accurate, or non-misleading.
    • No Guarantee of Results: Marketing and advertising outcomes are subject to numerous factors beyond our direct control, including market conditions, competitor actions, and consumer behaviour. While Co Launch will use its best professional efforts to achieve your marketing objectives, we do not guarantee any specific results, outcomes, return on investment, or increase in business from our services.
    • To the extent permitted by law, Co Launch will not be liable for any indirect or consequential loss or damage whatever (including without limitation loss of business, opportunity, data, profits) arising out of or in connection with the use of the website or our services.
    • Nothing in these Terms & Conditions shall be construed so as to exclude or limit the liability of Co Launch for death or personal injury as a result of the negligence of Co Launch or that of its employees or agents, or for any other liability that cannot be excluded or limited under applicable law (such as the Australian Consumer Law).
  • 14.6 Indemnification
    • You agree to indemnify and hold Unison Shire Group PTY LTD (ABN 40 668 332 161) and its employees and agents harmless from and against all liabilities, legal fees, damages, losses, costs, and other expenses in relation to any claims or actions brought against Unison Shire Group PTY LTD (ABN 40 668 332 161) arising out of any breach by you of these Terms & Conditions or other liabilities arising out of your use of this website or our services.
  • 14.7 Third-Party Links
    • Our website may include links to third-party websites that are controlled and maintained by others. Any link to other websites is not an endorsement of such websites and you acknowledge and agree that we are not responsible for the content or availability of any such sites.
  • 14.8 Governing Law
    • These Terms & Conditions shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of [Your State, e.g., New South Wales], Australia, and you hereby submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of [Your State, e.g., New South Wales].
  • 14.9 Severability
    • If any of these Terms & Conditions should be determined to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable for any reason by any court of competent jurisdiction then such Term or Condition shall be severed and the remaining Terms & Conditions shall survive and remain in full force and effect and continue to be binding and enforceable.
  • 14.10 Changes to Terms & Conditions
    • We reserve the right to change these Terms & Conditions at any time, and your continued use of the website or our services following any changes shall be deemed to be your acceptance of such change. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date.
  • 14.11 Contact Information
    • For any queries regarding these Terms & Conditions, please contact us at:
      • Co Launch (Unison Shire Group PTY LTD ABN 40 668 332 161)
      • Email: Info@colaunch.co