Cookie Policy

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how JPO Modular Group ("we", "us", "our") uses cookies and similar technologies on our website ("Website"). It outlines what cookies are, how and why we use them, and your rights to control their use.

This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.

By using our Website, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this policy, except where you have disabled them via your browser or our cookie consent tool.

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They are widely used to ensure websites function properly, improve user experience, and provide information to website owners.

Cookies may:

  • Remember your preferences and settings
  • Enable core site functionality
  • Help us understand how users interact with our Website
  • Support marketing and advertising activities

Cookies can be either:

  • Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser
  • Persistent Cookies: Stored on your device for a defined period or until manually deleted

3. Types of Cookies We Use

We use the following categories of cookies:

3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the operation of our Website. Without them, key features such as page navigation, secure areas, and form submissions cannot function properly.

Examples include:

  • Security and authentication cookies
  • Load balancing cookies
  • Session management cookies

Legal basis: These cookies are used under legitimate interests and do not require consent.

3.2 Performance and Analytics Cookies

These cookies collect information about how visitors use our Website, such as which pages are visited most often and if users encounter errors.

We use this data to:

  • Improve Website performance and usability
  • Analyse traffic and user behaviour
  • Identify areas for improvement

Examples include tools such as Google Analytics.

Data collected is typically aggregated and anonymised.

Legal basis: Consent required.

3.3 Functionality Cookies

These cookies allow the Website to remember choices you make (such as contact form inputs, region preferences, or previous interactions) to provide enhanced and more personalised features.

Examples:

  • Remembering form inputs
  • Saving user preferences
  • Customising user experience

Legal basis: Consent required.

3.4 Advertising and Marketing Cookies

These cookies track your browsing habits to deliver relevant advertising and measure the effectiveness of marketing campaigns.

They may:

  • Track your visits across different websites
  • Help display relevant ads
  • Limit the number of times you see an ad

These cookies may be set by third-party providers such as advertising networks or social media platforms.

Legal basis: Consent required.

3.5 Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies on our Website are placed by third-party services that we use to enhance functionality and performance.

These may include:

  • Analytics providers (e.g., Google Analytics)
  • Embedded content (e.g., videos, maps)
  • Marketing platforms

We do not control these cookies. You should review the respective third-party privacy policies for more information.

4. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies to:

  • Ensure the Website functions correctly
  • Provide a secure browsing experience
  • Improve usability and performance
  • Analyse traffic and user behaviour
  • Support marketing and advertising activities
  • Remember your preferences

5. Legal Basis for Using Cookies

We comply with applicable privacy laws, including:

  • The Privacy Act 1988 (Cth)
  • The Australian Privacy Principles (APPs)
  • Where applicable, international standards such as GDPR

We rely on:

  • Consent for non-essential cookies
  • Legitimate interests for essential cookies

You will be presented with a cookie consent banner when you first visit our Website, allowing you to accept or reject non-essential cookies.

6. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You have the right to control and manage cookies in several ways:

6.1 Cookie Consent Banner

When you first visit our Website, you can:

  • Accept all cookies
  • Reject non-essential cookies
  • Customise your preferences

You may update your preferences at any time via the cookie settings link on our Website.

6.2 Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:

  • Block cookies entirely
  • Delete existing cookies
  • Receive alerts before cookies are stored

Please note that disabling cookies may impact Website functionality.

6.3 Opt-Out Tools

You can opt out of certain tracking tools, such as:

  • Google Analytics (via browser add-ons)
  • Advertising platforms

7. Data Collected Through Cookies

Cookies may collect the following types of data:

  • IP address
  • Device type and browser information
  • Pages visited and time spent on site
  • Referral sources
  • Interaction data (clicks, navigation paths)

This data may be considered personal information under applicable laws if it can identify you.

8. Data Retention

Cookies are retained for varying periods depending on their type:

  • Session cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
  • Persistent cookies: Retained for a defined period (typically between 30 days and 24 months)

We regularly review retention periods to ensure compliance with legal requirements.

9. Security

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect data collected via cookies from unauthorised access, disclosure, or misuse.

10. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in:

  • Legal requirements
  • Technology
  • Our business practices

Updates will be posted on this page with a revised "Last Updated" date.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy or how we use cookies, please contact us:

JPO Modular Group
Heathwood, Queensland, Australia
Email: admin@jpomodulargroup.com.au