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Map what is collected and why
Separate identity and account data from device signals, cookies, payment records and behavioural analytics. Each category should have a stated purpose and a basis for processing. Optional advertising data should not be bundled invisibly with functions necessary to secure an existing account, and consent choices should be reversible.
- AData categories
- BPurpose limitation
- CReversible choices
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Account closure and data deletion are not identical
Closing access can stop future use while transaction or compliance records remain under a defined retention rule. A credible policy explains access, correction, objection and deletion requests, response timeframes and lawful exceptions. Australian readers should not create an account just to test those rights; existing users can make a documented request through a verified channel.
- AClosure versus deletion
- BResponse timeframe
- CDefined retention exceptions