Privacy Policy
Effective Date: 8 October 2025
Last Updated: 8 October 2025
Entity: Knights Templar Foundation Incorporated (“we”, “our”, “us”)
Website: https://templars.foundation
1. Purpose of this Policy
This Privacy Policy explains how the Knights Templar Foundation Incorporated (“the Foundation”) collects, uses, stores, and protects personal information through our website and related digital services.
We are committed to safeguarding your privacy and ensuring your personal data is handled in accordance with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth), the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs), and—where applicable—the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) of the European Union.
2. What Information We Collect
We may collect personal information when you:
Subscribe to newsletters or updates
Register as a member, donor, or volunteer
Submit enquiries or contact us via forms or email
Attend or participate in our events and initiatives
Access or interact with our digital platforms
Personal Information
We may collect:
Full name, honorifics, and contact details (email, phone, postal address)
Membership, volunteer, or donor information
Payment details (processed securely through third-party gateways)
Demographic information (age, gender, location)
Preferences or interests relevant to our mission and outreach
Technical Information
When you visit our site, our systems may automatically collect:
IP address, device, browser type, and operating system
Pages viewed, duration of visit, referral source
Cookies, analytics, and usage data (see Section 8)
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
Communicate news, events, and updates aligned with our mission
Process memberships, donations, and event registrations
Manage records of Knights, members, and supporters
Improve our digital experience and service quality
Fulfil legal, regulatory, and reporting obligations
We will never sell, lease, or rent your personal information to third parties.
4. How We Store and Protect Information
We employ robust security safeguards including:
Encrypted data storage and transfer
Access control and authentication systems
Regular audits and cybersecurity monitoring
While we strive to protect all data transmitted to and from our site, no system is entirely immune from risk. Users provide data at their own discretion and risk.
5. Disclosure of Personal Information
We may disclose personal information to:
Trusted third-party service providers (e.g., IT, email, and payment processors)
Legal or regulatory authorities, where required by law
Partner organisations under confidentiality agreements aligned with our mission
All third parties are bound by strict privacy and confidentiality obligations consistent with this policy.
6. International Data Transfers
Some data may be stored or processed on servers outside Australia (e.g., within the EU or USA).
In such cases, we ensure that:
Transfers comply with the Australian Privacy Principles (APP 8) and GDPR requirements;
Adequate protections, such as Standard Contractual Clauses, are in place; and
Data is used solely for legitimate Foundation purposes.
7. GDPR Compliance (EU/EEA Residents)
If you reside in the European Union or European Economic Area, the following rights apply under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):
You have the right to:
Access your personal data
Rectify inaccuracies in your personal information
Erase your personal data (“right to be forgotten”)
Restrict or object to processing
Data portability — to request a copy of your data in a structured format
Withdraw consent at any time for communications or processing
Legal Basis for Processing
We process your personal information on one or more of the following lawful bases:
Your consent
Performance of a contract or membership agreement
Compliance with legal obligations
Legitimate interests in fulfilling our charitable and educational mission
If you wish to exercise your GDPR rights or lodge a complaint, please contact us (see Section 12).
8. Cookies and Analytics
We use cookies, beacons, and analytics tools (such as Google Analytics) to:
Improve your browsing experience
Understand website traffic and usage trends
Enhance functionality and user engagement
You can disable cookies in your browser settings. However, doing so may affect certain website features or functionality.
9. Links to External Websites
Our website may link to third-party sites or partner organisations.
We are not responsible for their content, policies, or data handling practices.
We encourage visitors to review the privacy statements of external websites before providing personal information.
10. Children’s Privacy
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16 years of age without verifiable parental or guardian consent.
Where our programs involve youth participation (such as educational or heritage initiatives), all personal data is:
Collected with parental or guardian authorisation
Used solely for educational, ceremonial, or membership purposes
Protected in accordance with applicable child protection and privacy laws
If you believe a child has provided personal data without consent, please contact us immediately so we can remove it.
11. Your Rights and Access to Information
You may request:
Access to the information we hold about you
Correction of inaccurate or outdated data
Deletion of information no longer required
To opt out of emails or digital communications at any time
Requests may require identity verification for security reasons.
12. Contact Us
Privacy Officer
Knights Templar Foundation Incorporated
Email: info@templars.foundation
Website: https://templars.foundation
If you are located in the European Union, you may also contact your local Data Protection Authority for privacy concerns or complaints under GDPR.
13. Policy Updates
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in law, technology, or operations.
The most current version will always be available on this page, with a revised “Last Updated” date.
Knights Templar Foundation Incorporated
Serving Faith, Charity, and Truth in the Modern World.