January 11, 2026
Effective Date: January 18, 2026
At Cuts by Hina, I value your privacy and am committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how I collect, use, and safeguard your data when you visit my website, book appointments, or purchase products.
Personal Information You Provide:
Information Collected Automatically:
I use your personal information to:
Secure Transactions: All payment transactions are processed through PCI-DSS Level 1 certified payment processors, the highest level of security certification in the payments industry. Your payment information is encrypted using industry-standard SSL/TLS technology during transmission.
Data Protection: Cuts by Hina does not store complete payment card information on our servers. Payment data is tokenized and securely managed by our certified payment service providers in compliance with Payment Card Industry Data Security Standards (PCI-DSS).
Fraud Prevention: We implement advanced fraud detection and prevention measures to protect both your information and our business from unauthorized transactions.
I implement comprehensive security measures to protect your personal data:
However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While I strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your information, I cannot guarantee absolute security.
I do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties for their marketing purposes. I may share your information only in the following circumstances:
Service Providers: I work with trusted third-party service providers who assist with:
All service providers are contractually obligated to protect your information and use it only for the purposes we specify.
Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of business assets, customer information may be transferred as part of that transaction. You will be notified of any such change.
Legal Requirements: I may disclose your information when required by law, court order, or government regulation, or when necessary to:
With your consent, I may send you:
Your Control: You can unsubscribe from marketing emails at any time by:
Please note that even if you unsubscribe from marketing communications, you will still receive transactional emails related to your appointments and orders.
What Are Cookies: Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help websites remember your preferences and improve user experience.
How We Use Cookies: My website uses cookies and similar technologies to:
Types of Cookies We Use:
Your Cookie Choices: You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences. Note that disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality, including the ability to make purchases or book appointments.
My website may contain links to third-party websites, including:
I am not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. Please review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.
Access and Control: You have the right to:
Exercising Your Rights: To exercise these rights, please contact me at support@cutsbyhina.com.au. I will respond to your request within 30 days. Some requests may require identity verification to protect your privacy.
Australian Privacy Principles: As an Australian business, Cuts by Hina complies with the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs) contained in the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth).
I retain your personal information for as long as necessary to:
Retention Periods:
When your information is no longer needed, it will be securely deleted or anonymized in accordance with data protection standards.
Your information is primarily stored and processed in Australia. If data is transferred internationally, appropriate safeguards are implemented to ensure your information receives adequate protection in compliance with Australian privacy laws.
My services and products are not directed to individuals under the age of 13, and I do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without parental consent.
Services for Minors: While I provide haircut services to children, appointment bookings and purchases must be made by a parent or legal guardian. If you believe a child under 13 has provided personal information without parental consent, please contact me immediately so I can delete it.
External Booking System: I use a secure, third-party booking platform to manage appointments. When you book an appointment, you may be directed to an external secure booking page. This platform operates under its own privacy policy and terms of service, which you should review. All appointment data collected is used solely for booking management and service delivery.
Data Integration: Information from the booking platform is integrated with our customer management system to provide seamless service, send reminders, and maintain your appointment history.
Shopping Cart and Checkout: When you purchase products through my website, your information is collected and processed securely. All checkout processes use encrypted connections to protect your data during transmission.
Order Fulfillment: Your shipping information is shared with delivery partners only to fulfill your order. Product preferences and purchase history may be used to provide personalized recommendations.
Product Reviews: If you submit product reviews, your name or username may be displayed publicly along with your review. You can request removal of reviews by contacting support.
Account and Service Updates: I may contact you regarding your account, appointments, orders, or important service updates. These communications are essential to providing services and are not marketing messages.
Customer Support: Communications with customer support may be recorded or monitored for quality assurance, training purposes, and dispute resolution.
I take reasonable steps to ensure the personal information I collect and use is accurate, complete, and up-to-date. You can help by:
I may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect:
The updated version will be posted on this page with a revised “Effective Date” at the top. Material changes will be communicated via email to registered customers. I encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how I protect your information.
Continued Use: Your continued use of my services after any changes to this Privacy Policy constitutes acceptance of those changes.
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact:
Cuts by Hina
Shop 4, Blunder Road Shopping Village
Oxley QLD 4075
Australia
Email: support@cutsbyhina.com.au
Phone: +61 434 438 283
Website: cutsbyhina.com.au