Privacy Policy

Who we are

Our website address is: https://carwashnearby.com.au (“we”, “our”, “us”). This site is an online directory of car washes and related services across Australia. We do not sell car wash products or services directly. This site is for informational purposes only.

Legal notice

While our directory provides information on car wash locations and services, it does not facilitate any sales transactions. All listings are for reference purposes only.

Information we collect

We may collect the following information when you interact with our website:

• Information you provide directly: e.g., when leaving comments, submitting a listing, or contacting us.
• Technical data: IP address, browser type, device information, and pages visited.
• Cookies and similar technologies: for site functionality, analytics, and preferences.
• If you upload images, avoid including embedded location data (EXIF GPS), as visitors may download and extract such data.

Cookies and tracking

We use cookies to improve user experience and analyse site traffic. These may include:

• Functional cookies: remembering sessions and preferences.
• Analytics cookies: e.g., Google Analytics to understand site usage.
• Advertising and affiliate cookies: if applicable, to measure ad performance.

You can disable cookies through your browser settings, but this may affect site functionality.

Embedded content from other websites

Articles or listings may include embedded content (maps, images, videos). Embedded content from other sites behaves as if you visited that site directly. These external sites may collect data, use cookies, and track your interaction.

How we use your information

• Operate and improve our website and car wash directory.
• Respond to enquiries and manage user accounts.
• Monitor website performance and prevent abuse or fraud.
• Comply with legal obligations.

Who we share your data with

We do not sell or rent your personal data. We may share limited data with:

• Service providers who support our website (hosting, analytics, spam detection).
• Authorities, if required by law or to protect our legal rights.

How long we retain your data

Comments and related metadata are retained indefinitely to recognise follow-up comments automatically. If you register an account, the information you provide is stored in your profile. You can view, edit, or delete your information at any time (except your username). Administrators can also see and edit that information.

Your rights

You have the right to request access, correction, or deletion of your personal data where legally possible. To make a request, contact us at privacy@carwashnearby.com.au.

Where your data is sent

Visitor comments may be checked through automated spam detection. We also use third-party services (e.g., Google Analytics) which may process data outside Australia. These services comply with international data protection standards.

Changes to this Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The updated version will be published on this page with a revised “last updated” date.

Contact us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please contact us at privacy@carwashnearby.com.au.