Security Policy

Security Policy

At Aussie Homewares, protecting your personal and financial information is one of our highest priorities. We comply with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs) to ensure that your data is collected, stored, and handled securely and lawfully.

We use a combination of technical, administrative, and physical safeguards to protect your information. These measures include:

• Industry-standard encryption technologies

• Secure server environments with firewall protection

• Controlled access to data through role-based permissions

• Ongoing monitoring and periodic security audits

We do not store credit card details on our website servers. All online payments are processed through secure, PCI-compliant third-party payment gateways.

Our security practices are regularly reviewed and updated to reflect best practices and meet legal obligations across all Australian states and territories.

If you have any questions or concerns about how your information is protected, please contact us via our support page.

 

Affiliate Program Operating Agreement

Effective Date: 21 June 2023
Last Reviewed: 16 June 2025

This Affiliate Program Operating Agreement (“Agreement”) sets out the terms and conditions for participation in the Aussie Homewares Affiliate Program (“Program”). By signing up, continuing to participate, or using affiliate links, you agree to be bound by this Agreement.

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1. Definitions

• “We”, “us”, “our” – Aussie Homewares (ABN [insert ABN])

• “You”, “your” – The applicant or approved affiliate

• “Affiliate” – A person or entity approved to promote and earn commission via referral links

• “Partner Website” – www.aussiehomewares.com.au

• “Qualifying Purchase” – A completed, verified sale via your affiliate link

• “Commission” – The fee you earn for each Qualifying Purchase

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2. Program Overview

Our Program allows approved Affiliates to promote products from our website. Affiliates will earn a commission for Qualifying Purchases made by customers using tracked affiliate links.

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3. Eligibility & Approval

To join the Program, you must submit an application and be approved. We may reject or remove your participation if your platform:

• Includes unlawful, misleading, or offensive material

• Promotes violence, hate, or discrimination

• Infringes on intellectual property

• Breaches Australian Consumer Law

You are responsible for keeping your contact and payment information accurate and up to date.

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4. Use of Affiliate Links

Once approved, you may use affiliate links provided by us on your website, social media, or email. Links must not be altered or used in a misleading way. Paid ads or domain names that imitate Aussie Homewares or mislead customers are not permitted.

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5. Commissions & Payment

• Commission rates are listed on our Affiliate Program page.

• Payments are made monthly via direct deposit or PayPal.

• Minimum payout is AUD $50.

• No commission is paid on cancelled, returned, or fraudulent orders.

We may withhold payments if fraud or abuse is suspected.

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6. Taxes

You are responsible for any tax obligations (including income tax and GST) associated with your commissions. Aussie Homewares may request your ABN or TFN as required by the ATO.

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7. Disclosure & Compliance

You must clearly disclose your affiliate relationship, as required by Australian Consumer Law and ACCC guidelines.

Example disclosure:

“As an affiliate, I may earn a commission from qualifying purchases made through the links on this site, at no extra cost to you.”

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8. Termination

You may leave the Program at any time with written notice. We may also terminate your participation at any time, especially for breach of this Agreement.

Upon termination, you must remove all affiliate links and cease promotion immediately.

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9. Intellectual Property

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive licence to use our brand assets solely for affiliate promotion. You must not:

• Alter our logos or branding

• Register domains or handles that mimic our business

• Misrepresent your relationship with Aussie Homewares

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10. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Aussie Homewares will not be liable for indirect or consequential loss arising from participation in the Program. Our total liability is limited to commissions paid to you in the past 6 months.

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11. Governing Law

This Agreement is governed by the laws of Queensland, Australia. Any disputes will be resolved through the courts of Queensland.

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12. Changes to This Agreement

We may update this Agreement at any time. Continued participation in the Program after changes are made constitutes your acceptance of the updated terms.

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Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Agreement or your participation, contact our team at:
📧 info@aussiehomewares.com.au