Privacy Policy
Last Updated: January 2026
Introduction Gradely (“we”, “us”, or “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This policy outlines how we handle your personal information in accordance with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs). By using Gradely, you consent to the collection and use of your information as described in this policy. If you do not agree with this policy, please do not use our services.
Information We Collect We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us, including:
- Account information: Email address, password and username
- Communications: Messages you send to our support team
- Information Collected Automatically: We automatically collect device information (browser type, operating system), usage data (features used, time of access), and general location data based on your IP address.
Information from Third Parties We use third-party authentication services to manage secure logins. When you sign in, we receive the basic profile information necessary to verify your identity and manage your account.
How We Use Your Information We use your information only for the following purposes:
- To provide, maintain and improve our services.
- To communicate with you regarding updates or support.
- To analyse website traffic and improve user experience.
- To comply with legal obligations in Australia.
- To calculate market trends and collection valuations. These calculations are for informational purposes only.
Affiliate Links and Third-Party Cookies Gradely contains affiliate links to third-party merchants (such as eBay).
- Tracking: When you click an affiliate link on our site, you are redirected to a third-party merchant's website. That merchant may place a tracking cookie on your device to identify that you were referred by Gradely.
- Responsibility: We do not control or have access to the cookies set by these merchants. Their use of cookies and any data they collect is governed by their own privacy policies. You can manage or block these cookies through your browser settings.
Disclosure of Information We do not sell your personal information to third parties. We may share data with service providers (like web hosting or email services) only to the extent necessary to run Gradely. Some of these providers may store or process data on servers located outside of Australia (primarily in the United States). By using this site, you acknowledge and consent to this overseas transfer.
For Legal Reasons We may disclose your information if required by law, in response to legal process, or to protect the rights, property, or safety of Gradely, our users, or others.
Third-Party Tools Our site displays card data and prices from third-party APIs. These third parties have their own privacy policies which govern how they handle your data if you interact with their services.
Your Rights Under the Australian Privacy Act, you have the right to:
- Access the personal information we hold about you.
- Request that we correct any inaccurate information.
- Request that we delete your data.
Security We take reasonable steps to protect your personal information from misuse, loss, or unauthorized access. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Children's Privacy Gradely is not intended for use by children under 16 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 16, please contact us immediately so we can delete the information.
Changes to This Policy We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Your continued use of our services after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact Us If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to make a complaint, please contact us at: Gradely Support. We aim to provide a formal response or resolution within 30 days.
