Cookie Policy
Understanding how we use cookies to enhance your experience while respecting your privacy under Australian law.
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Last Updated: August 16, 2025
Effective Date: August 16, 2025
Governing Law: Australian Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and Australian Privacy Principles (APPs)
1. What are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, smartphone) when you visit our website. They contain information that helps us recognize your device and provide you with a better, more personalized experience.
Size
Typically 4KB or less
Purpose
Enhance user experience
Control
You can manage them
2. Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies (Required)
These cookies are necessary for our website to function properly and cannot be disabled.
- • User authentication and session management
- • Security and fraud prevention
- • Basic website functionality
- • Form submission and error handling
Functional Cookies (Optional)
These cookies enhance your experience by remembering your preferences.
- • Theme preferences (dark/light mode)
- • Language and region settings
- • Dashboard layout customization
- • Calculator default values
Analytics Cookies (Optional)
Help us understand how you use our platform to improve our services.
- • Page views and user journeys
- • Feature usage statistics
- • Performance monitoring
- • Error tracking and debugging
Third-Party Cookies
Set by external services we use to enhance our platform.
- • Google OAuth authentication
- • Payment processing (Stripe/PayPal)
- • Customer support chat
- • Marketing analytics (with consent)
3. Detailed Cookie Information
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| _fpm_session | User authentication and session management | 24 hours | Essential |
| _fpm_theme | Remember dark/light mode preference | 1 year | Functional |
| _fpm_analytics | Track usage patterns and performance | 90 days | Analytics |
| _oauth_state | Secure OAuth authentication process | 15 minutes | Essential |
4. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
Browser Controls
Cookie Management Options
Accept All
Enable all cookies for the best experience
Essential Only
Only cookies required for basic functionality
Custom Settings
Choose which categories to allow
5. Impact of Disabling Cookies
What happens when you disable cookies:
Essential Cookies Disabled
- • Frequent login requirements
- • Loss of session data
- • Security features may not work
- • Core functionality impaired
Optional Cookies Disabled
- • Preferences not remembered
- • Default settings applied each visit
- • Reduced personalization
- • Limited analytics insights
6. Australian Privacy Law Compliance
Our cookie practices comply with Australian privacy laws, including:
- • Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) - Personal information protection
- • Australian Privacy Principles - Data handling standards
- • Telecommunications Act 1997 - Communication privacy
- • Spam Act 2003 - Electronic communications
- • Competition and Consumer Act 2010 - Fair trading
- • Notifiable Data Breaches scheme - Security requirements
7. Contact Us About Cookies
If you have questions about our cookie policy or want to exercise your privacy rights:
General Inquiries
Email: contact@freepropertymate.com
Response Time: Within 24 hours
Privacy Officer
Email: privacy@freepropertymate.com
Postal: Victoria, Australia
8. Cookie Policy Updates
We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. When we make significant changes, we will notify you through our website or by email.
Change Notification: Material changes will be highlighted and communicated 14 days before taking effect. Check this page regularly for the most current information.