Privacy Policy
Last Updated: July 17, 2025
I am a sole trader based in Melbourne, Australia, operating an online business offering physical products, virtual services, and custom writing work. Your privacy is important to me. This Privacy Policy outlines how I collect, use, store, and protect your personal information in accordance with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs).
This policy applies to all users, including international visitors.
What information do I collect?
I may collect personal information that you provide directly to me when you:
- Contact me via my website (when you fill out forms) or email
- Purchase products or services
- Payment and billing details (processed securely via WooCommerce/Stripe – I do not store your full payment information)
- Browsing information through cookies and analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics)
- Subscribe to newsletters or updates
This information may include your name, email address, postal address, phone number, order or booking information, communications, and payment details.
How do I use your information?
I use your personal information to:
- Provide and mange my services
- Respond to your enquires
- Process payments
- Send updates and promotional materials (only if you have consented)
- Comply with legal obligations
E-commerce Platform and Payment Processing
I use WooCommerce on my WordPress website to manage my online store. WooCommerce collects and stores personal information necessary to process your orders, such as your name, email, shipping address, and order details.
For payment processing, I use Stripe to securely handle your payment information. Payment details are processed by Stripe in accordance with their privacy policy. I do not store your full payment information on my servers.
For more information, please see:
- WooCommerce Privacy Policy:
https://woocommerce.com/privacy-policy/
- Stripe Privacy Policy:
How do I store and protect your information?
I store your personal data securely and take reasonable steps to protect it from misuse, loss, or unauthorised access. I retain your information only as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlines above or required by law.
Do I share your information?
I do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to others. I may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who assist me in operating my business, such as payment processors, but only as necessary and under confidentiality agreements.
Cookies and tracking
My website may use cookies or similar technologies to enhance your experience. You can set your browser to refuse cookies, but some parts of my site may not function properly.
Analytics and tracking
I use Google Analytics to collect information about how visitors use this website. This data helps me improve the site and your user experience. Google Analytics collects information such as pages visited, time spent on the site, and device/browser type.
Google Analytics uses cookies to collect this data. You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on available here:
https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
For more information, please see Google’s Privacy Policy:
Your rights
Under the Australian Privacy Act 1988, you have the right to:
- Access the personal information I hold about you
- Request correction of any inaccurate information, or deletion at any time
- Withdraw consent to marketing communications at any time
To exercise these rights, please contact me at:
Changes to this policy
I may update this privacy policy from time to time. I encourage you to review it periodically.
Sale of physical products
In addition to my consulting, writing, and tutoring services, I also sell products through my website, including physical items such as old newspapers, clippings, and magazines, as well as digital products like eBooks and books. To process orders, I collect personal information including your name, email address, shipping address (if applicable), and payment details.
This information is used solely to fulfil your order and communicate with you regarding your purchase. I do not share your personal data with third parties except those necessary to complete the transaction, such as payment processors and shipping companies. I take appropriate measures to protect your information and ensure it is handled securely.
International Users
If you access this site from outside Australia, you do so at your own initiative and are responsible for compliance with local laws. Your information may be stored on servers located outside your home country.
Business Information
I operate as a sole trader under my full legal name. My ABN is provided on invoices in accordance with Australian Taxation Office (ATO) requirements.
If you require further business identification for legal or customer service reasons, please contact me directly at hello [at] barbarabielecki [dot] com
Contact Me:
If you have any questions about this privacy policy, please contact me at:
Barbara Bielecki
hello [at] barbarabielecki [dot] com
P.O. Box 154, MOONEE PONDS, VIC 3039
0403 299 799
I’m happy to assist you with any privacy-related enquiries or requests.