Privacy FAQs
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How and when does the ABC collect personal information about me?
We collect personal information about you when you provide it to us, when someone else provides it to us on your behalf or when we collect it in relation to your use of ABC websites, apps and newsl...
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What are cookies, beacons and local storage?
Cookies and local storage are technologies that allow websites, apps and emails to gather data and store it on your computer or device. This information is used to identify your browser or device s...
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Does the ABC allow third parties to use these technologies on its digital services?
We allow suppliers to use cookies, beacons and other technologies on ABC websites, apps and newsletters to gather information about user activity in order to deliver their services. These third par...
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How can I control and delete cookies?
Most browsers will usually give you a level of control over cookies. You can set your browser to accept or reject all, or certain, cookies. You can also set your browser to prompt you each time a c...
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What does the ABC use my personal information for?
We collect your personal information to: provide our products and services to you; improve our products and services; serve our audiences with personalised and relevant content; and communicate wi...
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Who does the ABC share my personal information with?
We may disclose your personal information to: technology service providers; security service providers; suppliers that sell ABC products or deliver them to you; marketing and promotions service pr...
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Can I control what personal information I share with the ABC?
You can choose what personal information you decide to share with the ABC and you will always have the option to opt out of services and communications with us. If you have an ABC Account, you can ...
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How do I access or update the personal information the ABC holds about me?
You have the right to request access to personal information that is held by the ABC about you. You also have the right to request the correction of any of your personal information that the ABC ho...
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How can I contact your Privacy Officer?
If you wish to contact our Privacy Officer, please use the following contact details: By email: privacy.abc@abc.net.au By mail: ABC Privacy OfficerAustralian Broadcasting CorporationGPO Box 9994(Yo...
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How can I make a privacy complaint to the ABC?
The ABC welcomes feedback about privacy issues and will attend to all questions and complaints promptly. Please contact the ABC Privacy Officer if you would like to make a complaint.