This privacy policy explains how the Tasmanian Aboriginal Centre handles your information when you use the palawa kani Place Names App.

If you have any questions about this policy, please contact us at hobart@tacinc.com.au.

What Information Do We Collect?

Personal Information: We don’t collect any personal information from you. The app doesn’t require you to create an account, log in, or provide any personal details like your name, email, or phone number.

Analytics Information: We collect anonymous information about how the app is used, such as:

  • Which features are used most often
  • How people navigate through the app
  • Basic technical information (like device type and app version) to help us fix any problems
  • General location information to show you nearby places on the map (this isn’t stored or shared)

This information is completely anonymous and can’t be used to identify who you are.

Why Do We Collect This Information?

We use this anonymous information to:

  • Improve the app and make it easier to use
  • Fix any technical problems
  • Understand which cultural content is most valuable to users
  • Make sure the app works well on different devices

Do We Share Your Information?

No. We don’t sell, share, or give your information to anyone else. The anonymous usage information stays with the Tasmanian Aboriginal Centre and our technical partners who help maintain the app.

Children and Privacy

The app is designed to be educational and safe for people of all ages, including children and students learning about Aboriginal culture and language. Since we don’t collect any personal information, there are no additional privacy concerns for young users.

Your Rights

Since we don’t collect personal information about you, there isn’t any personal data for you to access, change, or delete. If you have concerns about the anonymous information we collect, you can contact us.

Security

We use appropriate security measures to protect any information we handle.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy from time to time. If we make significant changes, we’ll let you know through the app or other appropriate means.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this privacy policy, please contact us at:

Email: hobart@tacinc.com.au

About This App

The palawa kani Place Names App is developed with deep respect for Aboriginal cultural heritage and operates under the guidance of the Tasmanian Aboriginal Centre. The app helps share and preserve palawa kani language and culture with the community and the broader public, while maintaining appropriate cultural protocols and respect for Aboriginal intellectual property.

Last Updated: 25 September 2025