Privacy Policy

Last updated: 5 April 2026

1. About Co-Exist Australia

Co-Exist Australia ("Co-Exist", "we", "us", "our") operates the Co-Exist mobile application and website (collectively, the "Platform"). Co-Exist is a youth conservation platform that connects young Australians with conservation activities, events, and communities.

2. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of information when you use our Platform:

• Account information: Name, email address, date of birth, and profile photo when you create an account.
• Profile information: Bio, location, interests, and skills you choose to share.
• Activity data: Events you attend, groups you join, posts you create, and conservation activities you participate in.
• Device information: Device type, operating system, app version, and unique device identifiers.
• Location data: Approximate location (if you grant permission) to show nearby events and conservation activities.
• Payment information: Payment details are processed securely by Stripe. We do not store your full card details.
• Usage data: We use privacy-first analytics (Plausible) that do not track individual users or use cookies.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Provide and improve the Platform and its features.
• Connect you with conservation events, groups, and activities.
• Send you relevant notifications about events, messages, and platform updates.
• Process donations and shop purchases.
• Ensure the safety and security of our community.
• Comply with legal obligations.

4. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share information with:

• Service providers: Third-party services that help us operate the Platform (e.g., Supabase for data storage, Stripe for payments, Resend for emails).
• Other users: Your public profile information, posts, and event participation are visible to other users unless you set your profile to private.
• Legal requirements: When required by law, regulation, or legal process.

5. Data Storage and Security

Your data is stored securely using Supabase with row-level security policies. We use encryption in transit (TLS) and at rest. Our infrastructure is hosted in Australia where possible to minimise data transfer overseas.

6. Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

• Access the personal information we hold about you.
• Correct inaccurate information via your profile settings.
• Delete your account and associated data.
• Control your profile visibility (public or private) in privacy settings.
• Opt out of marketing emails at any time.
• Manage notification preferences and blocked users.

7. Children's Privacy

Co-Exist is designed for young Australians. Users under the age of 13 are not permitted to create an account. Users aged 13-17 may use the Platform. We take additional care to protect the privacy of younger users in accordance with the Australian Privacy Act 1988 and the Online Safety Act 2021.

8. Cookies and Tracking

We use Plausible Analytics, a privacy-first analytics platform that does not use cookies, does not track individuals, and is fully compliant with GDPR, CCPA, and PECR. We do not use third-party advertising trackers.

9. Australian Privacy Act Compliance

We comply with the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs) contained in the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth). This includes handling personal information in accordance with the 13 APPs covering collection, use, disclosure, quality, security, and access.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes through the Platform or via email. Continued use of the Platform after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, contact us at:

Email: hello@coexistaus.org
Website: coexistaus.org