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GDPR Compliance

Last Updated: May 10, 2026

Introduction

While ion-bridge primarily operates in Australia, we recognize that some visitors to our website may be residents of the European Union. This page outlines how we comply with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) for EU residents.

Legal Basis for Processing

We process personal data under the following legal bases:

  • Consent: When you voluntarily provide information through our forms or communications
  • Contract Performance: When processing is necessary to provide services you've requested
  • Legal Obligation: When we must comply with Australian or international legal requirements
  • Legitimate Interests: For improving our services and website functionality, where such interests do not override your rights

Your Rights Under GDPR

If you are an EU resident, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:

Right to Access

You have the right to request copies of your personal data. We may charge a small fee for this service.

Right to Rectification

You have the right to request correction of any information you believe is inaccurate or to complete information you believe is incomplete.

Right to Erasure

You have the right to request deletion of your personal data under certain conditions.

Right to Restrict Processing

You have the right to request that we restrict the processing of your personal data under certain conditions.

Right to Data Portability

You have the right to request transfer of your data to another organization, or directly to you, under certain conditions.

Right to Object

You have the right to object to our processing of your personal data under certain conditions.

Rights Related to Automated Decision-Making

We do not use automated decision-making or profiling that produces legal effects or similarly significantly affects you.

Data Protection Officer

While not legally required to appoint a Data Protection Officer, we have designated a privacy contact for GDPR-related matters:

Email: [email protected]
Subject Line: GDPR Request

International Data Transfers

Your data is primarily stored and processed in Australia. When we transfer data internationally, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in accordance with GDPR requirements.

Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, including any legal, accounting, or reporting requirements. Typical retention periods are:

  • Website visitor data: 26 months
  • Marketing communications: Until you unsubscribe
  • Client case files: 7 years following case closure
  • Financial records: 7 years as required by law

Data Breach Notification

In the event of a data breach that is likely to result in a risk to your rights and freedoms, we will notify you and the relevant supervisory authority within 72 hours of becoming aware of the breach.

Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies on our website. You can control cookie settings through our cookie banner and your browser settings. For more information, see our Cookies Policy.

Third-Party Services

We use certain third-party services that may process your data:

  • Website hosting providers
  • Email service providers
  • Analytics services

All third-party processors are carefully selected and required to comply with GDPR standards.

Children's Data

We do not knowingly collect or process data from individuals under 16 years of age. If you believe we have collected such data, please contact us immediately.

How to Exercise Your Rights

To exercise any of your GDPR rights, please contact us at:

Email: [email protected]
Subject: GDPR Rights Request
Address: Level 12, 120 Spencer Street, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

We will respond to your request within one month. If your request is complex or we receive multiple requests, we may extend this period by two further months, but we will inform you of any such extension.

Right to Lodge a Complaint

If you are unhappy with how we have handled your personal data, you have the right to lodge a complaint with your local supervisory authority in the EU.

Updates to This Policy

We may update this GDPR compliance statement from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.

Contact Us

For any questions or concerns regarding GDPR compliance, please contact us:

Email: [email protected]
Address: Level 12, 120 Spencer Street, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

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