Last updated: March 2026
Information We Collect
expensive.com.au is a static informational website. We do not require you to create an account or provide personal information to use our site. However, we may collect certain information automatically when you visit:
- Usage data -- information about how you interact with our site, including pages visited, time spent, and referral source. This data is collected anonymously through standard web analytics tools.
- Device information -- browser type, operating system, and device type, used to optimise the site experience.
How We Use Information
Any information we collect is used solely to:
- Improve the content and user experience of our website
- Understand which topics and articles are most useful to visitors
- Ensure the site functions correctly across different devices and browsers
Cookies
Our site may use cookies for analytics purposes and to serve relevant advertising through Google AdSense. You can control cookie settings through your browser. Disabling cookies will not affect your ability to read our content.
Third-Party Services
We use the following third-party services that may collect data in accordance with their own privacy policies:
- Google Analytics -- for website usage statistics. Google Privacy Policy
- Google AdSense -- for serving advertisements. Google Ads Policy
- Cloudflare -- for website hosting and performance. Cloudflare Privacy Policy
External Links
Our site contains links to external websites, including government resources such as the ABS, MoneySmart, and ACCC. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to read their privacy policies when visiting.
Data Security
We take reasonable measures to protect any information collected through our website. Our site is served over HTTPS and hosted on Cloudflare's secure infrastructure.
Children's Privacy
Our website is not directed at children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
Your Rights
Under the Australian Privacy Act 1988, you have the right to access and correct any personal information we hold about you. As we do not collect personal information directly, this is unlikely to be applicable. If you have any concerns, please contact us.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.
Contact
If you have questions about this privacy policy, please contact us at [email protected].