Privacy Policy

Last updated: January 2026

BestTops.com.au ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website.

Information We Collect

Information You Provide

We may collect information you voluntarily provide when you:

  • Fill out our contact form
  • Subscribe to our newsletter (if available)
  • Leave comments on our articles
  • Communicate with us via email

This information may include your name, email address, and any other details you choose to provide.

Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain information about your device and your visit, including:

  • Your IP address
  • Browser type and version
  • Operating system
  • Pages visited and time spent on each page
  • Referring website address
  • Date and time of your visit

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Provide and maintain our website
  • Respond to your inquiries and communications
  • Improve our website content and user experience
  • Analyse website traffic and usage patterns
  • Send you updates if you've subscribed to our communications
  • Comply with legal obligations

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our website. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us remember your preferences and understand how you use our site.

Types of cookies we use:

  • Essential Cookies: Necessary for the website to function properly
  • Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our website
  • Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences

You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling certain cookies may affect your experience on our website.

Third-Party Services

Amazon Associates Programme

BestTops.com.au is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program (Amazon Associates), an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com.au.

When you click on Amazon links on our site, Amazon may collect information about your visit and any purchases you make. This information is subject to Amazon's Privacy Policy, which we encourage you to review.

Analytics Services

We may use third-party analytics services to help analyse how visitors use our website. These services may use cookies and collect information about your use of the website to generate aggregate statistics and reports.

Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

  • With service providers who assist in operating our website (subject to confidentiality agreements)
  • To comply with legal obligations or respond to lawful requests
  • To protect our rights, privacy, safety, or property
  • In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets (with notice to you)

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorised access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Your Rights

Under the Australian Privacy Act 1988 and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs), you have the right to:

  • Access the personal information we hold about you
  • Request correction of inaccurate information
  • Request deletion of your personal information
  • Opt out of marketing communications
  • Lodge a complaint with the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC)

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details provided below.

Children's Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us immediately so we can delete it.

External Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any websites you visit through links on our site.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will post the updated policy on this page with a revised "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:

For privacy complaints, you may also contact the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner at www.oaic.gov.au.