Privacy Policy

How we collect, use, and protect your personal information

Last Updated: March 15, 2025

Overview

At lythenovaris, we understand that managing your financial information requires absolute trust. This privacy policy explains how we handle your personal data when you use our budget planning services and website at lythenovaris.com. We're committed to protecting your privacy while helping you achieve your financial goals.

This policy applies to all interactions you have with our platform, whether you're browsing our resources, using our budgeting tools, or contacting our support team. We believe transparency builds trust, so we've written this policy in plain language that's easy to understand.

Information We Collect

Personal Information You Provide

When you create an account or use our services, you might share:

Your name, email address, and contact details
Financial information like income, expenses, and budget categories
Payment information when you subscribe to premium features
Communications you send us through contact forms or support channels

Information Collected Automatically

Our website automatically collects certain technical information to improve your experience:

Device information including browser type and operating system
Usage patterns like pages visited and features used
Location data based on your IP address
Cookies and similar tracking technologies

How We Use Your Information

We use your personal information for specific, legitimate purposes that benefit your financial planning experience:

Purpose Information Used Legal Basis
Provide budgeting services Financial data, account information Contract performance
Process payments Payment details, billing address Contract performance
Customer support Contact details, communication history Legitimate interest
Security and fraud prevention Usage data, device information Legitimate interest

Information Sharing and Disclosure

We don't sell your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your data in these specific circumstances:

Service Providers

We work with trusted third-party companies that help us operate our platform, including payment processors, cloud hosting providers, and customer support tools. These providers only access information necessary to perform their services and are bound by strict confidentiality agreements.

Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information when required by Australian law, including:

Complying with court orders or legal processes
Responding to requests from law enforcement agencies
Meeting obligations under Australian financial services regulations
Protecting the rights and safety of our users and staff

Business Transfers

If lythenovaris is acquired by another company or undergoes a business restructure, your personal information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We'll notify you of any such changes and how they might affect your privacy rights.

Your Privacy Rights

Under Australian privacy law, you have several important rights regarding your personal information:

Access Your Data

Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you, including how we've used it and who we've shared it with.

Correct Your Data

Ask us to fix any incorrect or incomplete information in your account or our records.

Delete Your Data

Request deletion of your personal information, subject to legal retention requirements.

Restrict Processing

Ask us to limit how we use your information in certain circumstances.

How to Exercise Your Rights

To make a privacy request, email us at support@lythenovaris.com with "Privacy Request" in the subject line. Include your full name, account email, and specify which right you'd like to exercise. We'll respond within 30 days and verify your identity before processing your request.

Data Security and Protection

We take data security seriously and implement multiple layers of protection for your financial information:

Technical Safeguards

End-to-end encryption for all data transmission
Secure cloud storage with regular security audits
Multi-factor authentication for staff access
Regular security testing and vulnerability assessments

Operational Protections

Staff training on privacy and security best practices
Limited access to personal data on a need-to-know basis
Regular backups with secure off-site storage
Incident response plan for potential security breaches

Data Retention

We keep your personal information only as long as necessary to provide our services and comply with legal obligations:

Data Type Retention Period Reason
Account information Until account deletion Service provision
Financial data 7 years after account closure Australian tax law compliance
Payment records 7 years Financial regulations
Support communications 3 years Quality assurance

Cookies and Tracking

Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience. Here's what we use and why:

Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly and cannot be disabled. They include session cookies that remember your login status and security cookies that protect against fraud.

Analytics Cookies

We use analytics tools to understand how visitors interact with our website. This helps us improve our services and fix technical issues. These cookies collect anonymous information about page views, user journeys, and feature usage.

Managing Cookie Preferences

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies, though this might affect website functionality. You can also opt out of analytics tracking by contacting us directly.

International Data Transfers

While lythenovaris operates primarily in Australia, some of our service providers are based overseas. When we transfer your data internationally, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place:

Contracts with overseas providers include strict data protection clauses
We only transfer data to countries with adequate privacy protections
All transfers comply with Australian Privacy Principles
You can request details about specific data transfers

Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. When we make significant changes, we'll notify you by:

Sending an email to your registered address
Displaying a prominent notice on our website
Updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy

We encourage you to review this policy regularly to stay informed about how we protect your privacy. Continued use of our services after policy updates indicates your acceptance of the changes.

Contact Us About Privacy

If you have questions about this privacy policy or how we handle your personal information, we're here to help.

Email: support@lythenovaris.com

Phone: +61262181300

Address: Level 3/155 Queen St, Brisbane City QLD 4000, Australia

Our support team typically responds to privacy inquiries within two business days. For urgent matters, please call during business hours (9 AM - 5 PM AEST, Monday to Friday).