1. Information We Collect
We collect the following categories of personal information when you use our platform:
- Identity Information: Full name, date of birth, nationality, passport number and expiry
- Contact Information: Email address, phone number, residential address
- Immigration Details: Visa type, application number, travel history, sponsor details
- Employment Information: Job offers, employer details, ABN/registration numbers
- Technical Data: IP address, browser type, pages visited, time spent on site
- Uploaded Documents: Passport scans, certificates, employment letters, evidence files
2. How We Use Your Information
Your information is used strictly for:
- Processing and managing your visa applications
- Verifying your VEVO (Visa Entitlement) status
- Communicating updates about your application progress
- Verifying job offers and employer sponsorships
- Sending important immigration alerts and policy updates
- Improving platform performance and user experience
- Complying with legal and regulatory obligations
3. Data Storage & Security
All personal data is stored securely on protected servers. We implement the following security measures:
- Encrypted data transmission via HTTPS/SSL
- Password hashing using bcrypt (industry standard)
- File upload restrictions and type validation
- Session management with secure token handling
- Regular security audits and database backups
4. Sharing of Information
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties. We may share data only in the following circumstances:
- When required by Australian law or government authority
- With your explicit consent for specific purposes
- With service providers who assist in operating our platform (under strict confidentiality agreements)
5. Cookies & Tracking
We use essential session cookies to maintain your login state and preferences. No third-party advertising trackers or cross-site cookies are used. You may disable cookies in your browser settings, though this may affect platform functionality.
6. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you
- Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information
- Deletion: Request deletion of your account and associated data
- Portability: Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format
- Objection: Object to certain types of data processing
To exercise these rights, contact us via our Contact Form.
7. Data Retention
We retain your personal data for as long as necessary to provide our services or as required by law. Application records are retained for 7 years in compliance with Australian record-keeping requirements.
8. Children's Privacy
Our services are not directed to children under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors. If you believe a child has submitted data, please contact us immediately.
9. Contact & DPO
For all privacy-related inquiries: privacy@anyvisacheck.online or use our Contact Form.
