Privacy Policy
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
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1. Introduction
This Privacy Policy explains how Klarr ("we", "us", or "our") collects, uses, discloses, and protects your personal information when you use our inventory and business management platform ("Service").
We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal information in accordance with the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs) under the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and other applicable privacy laws.
By using our Service, you consent to the collection and use of your information as described in this Privacy Policy.
2. What Personal Information We Collect
2.1 Information You Provide Directly
Account Information:
- Name
- Email address
- Business name
- Phone number
- Billing address
- Password (encrypted)
Payment Information:
- Credit card details (processed by our payment provider)
- Billing history
- ABN (for invoicing)
Business Data:
- Customer and supplier information you enter into the Service
- Product and inventory data
- Order and transaction records
- Notes and communications stored in the Service
2.2 Information Collected Automatically
Technical Information:
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Device type and operating system
- Time zone and location (general)
Usage Information:
- Pages visited and features used
- Time spent on the Service
- Clickstream data
- Error logs and diagnostic data
Cookies and Similar Technologies:
- Session cookies (essential for Service operation)
- Analytics cookies (to understand Service usage)
- Preference cookies (to remember your settings)
See our Cookie Policy for more information.
2.3 Information from Third Parties
We may receive information from:
- Payment processors (transaction confirmations)
- Third-party integrations you connect (such as Shopify, Amazon, accounting software)
- Publicly available sources (for business verification)
3. How We Use Your Personal Information
We collect and use your personal information for the following purposes:
3.1 To Provide the Service
- Creating and managing your account
- Processing transactions and payments
- Delivering the features and functionality you request
- Syncing data with third-party integrations you authorise
3.2 To Communicate with You
- Responding to your enquiries and support requests
- Sending service-related notifications (outages, updates, security alerts)
- Providing onboarding and training assistance
3.3 To Improve the Service
- Analysing usage patterns to improve features
- Identifying and fixing technical issues
- Developing new features and functionality
3.4 For Billing and Administration
- Processing subscription payments
- Sending invoices and payment reminders
- Managing account status
3.5 For Marketing (with Your Consent)
- Sending product updates and newsletters
- Informing you about new features or services
- Sharing relevant industry content
You can opt out of marketing communications at any time (see Section 7).
3.6 For Legal and Safety Purposes
- Complying with legal obligations
- Protecting our rights and property
- Preventing fraud and abuse
- Responding to legal requests
4. Legal Basis for Processing
We process your personal information where:
- Necessary for contract performance: To provide the Service you have subscribed to
- Legitimate interests: To improve our Service, prevent fraud, and communicate with you about your account
- Consent: For marketing communications and optional analytics
- Legal obligation: To comply with applicable laws
5. How We Share Your Personal Information
We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information with:
5.1 Service Providers
We engage trusted third parties to help operate our Service, including:
- Cloud hosting providers (for data storage)
- Payment processors (for billing)
- Email service providers (for communications)
- Analytics providers (for usage insights)
- Customer support tools
These providers are contractually bound to protect your information and use it only for the purposes we specify.
5.2 Third-Party Integrations
When you connect third-party services (such as Shopify, Amazon, Xero), we share data as necessary to enable the integration. Your use of third-party services is subject to their privacy policies.
5.3 Business Transfers
If we are involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will notify you of any change in ownership or use of your personal information.
5.4 Legal Requirements
We may disclose your information if required by law, regulation, legal process, or governmental request, or to protect the rights, property, or safety of Klarr, our users, or the public.
5.5 With Your Consent
We may share your information for other purposes with your explicit consent.
6. Data Storage and Security
6.1 Data Location
Your data is stored on secure servers. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for all data storage locations.
6.2 Security Measures
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information, including:
- Encryption of data in transit (TLS/SSL) and at rest
- Access controls and authentication requirements
- Regular security assessments and monitoring
- Employee training on data protection
6.3 Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide the Service. After account termination:
- Account and business data: Retained for 30 days for export, then deleted
- Billing records: Retained for 7 years to comply with tax obligations
- Anonymised usage data: May be retained indefinitely for analytics
6.4 Data Breach Response
In the event of a data breach that is likely to result in serious harm, we will notify affected individuals and the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) as required by the Notifiable Data Breaches scheme.
7. Your Privacy Rights
Under the Australian Privacy Principles, you have the right to:
Access Your Information
You may request access to the personal information we hold about you. We will respond to access requests within a reasonable timeframe (usually 30 days).
Correct Your Information
You may request correction of any personal information that is inaccurate, incomplete, out-of-date, or misleading.
Delete Your Information
You may request deletion of your personal information, subject to our legal obligations to retain certain records.
Data Portability
You may export your data using our built-in export features at any time.
Opt Out of Marketing
You can opt out of marketing communications by:
- Clicking the "unsubscribe" link in any marketing email
- Updating your communication preferences in your account settings
- Contacting us directly
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at: privacy@klarr.com
8. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes by:
- Posting a notice on our website
- Sending an email to your registered address
- Displaying a notification in the Service
The "Last Updated" date at the top indicates when the policy was last revised. Continued use of the Service after changes take effect constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.
9. How to Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:
10. Complaints
If you believe we have breached the Australian Privacy Principles or mishandled your personal information, you may lodge a complaint with us. We will:
- Acknowledge your complaint within 5 business days
- Investigate and respond within 30 days
- Work with you to resolve the issue
If you are not satisfied with our response, you may lodge a complaint with the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC):
Office of the Australian Information Commissioner
Website: www.oaic.gov.au
Phone: 1300 363 992
Email: enquiries@oaic.gov.au
GPO Box 5218, Sydney NSW 2001
Questions about our legal policies?
If you have any questions or concerns about our legal policies, please contact us.
legal@klarr.com