Privacy Policy

Introduction

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use the Aussie Bitcoin Merchants portal. We are committed to protecting your privacy and complying with Australian privacy laws.

Information We Collect

We collect the following information:

• Business Information: Business name, address, category, description, contact details (phone, website, email - all optional except business name)
• Bitcoin Acceptance Details: Payment methods accepted, location of acceptance (in-store, online)
• Optional Email: If you provide an email address, we may use it to send you confirmation and updates about your listing

We do NOT collect personally identifiable information about submitters beyond what is necessary for the business listing.

How We Use Your Information

• To create and publish your business listing on OpenStreetMap
• To verify submissions and prevent duplicates
• To contact you about your submission (if email provided)
• To improve our service and prevent spam

Data Storage and Sharing

Your business information is:

• Stored in our secure database for audit and moderation purposes
• Published to OpenStreetMap under the Open Database License (ODbL)
• Made publicly available on BTCMap and other services that use OpenStreetMap data
• NOT sold or shared with third parties for marketing purposes

Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Request access to your submitted information
• Request correction of inaccurate information
• Request deletion of your submission (contact us at info@bitcoinmerchants.com.au)
• Opt out of email communications

Security

We use industry-standard security measures to protect your information, including HTTPS encryption, secure database storage, and regular security audits.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your rights, please contact us at:

Email: info@bitcoinmerchants.com.au