Privacy Policy

ACT Optical is committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal information in a responsible and transparent manner. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store and disclose personal information in accordance with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs).

Collection of personal information

We may collect personal information that is reasonably necessary for us to provide our optical and optometry services. This may include, but is not limited to:

  • Your name, address, phone number and email address
  • Date of birth and Medicare details
  • Health information relevant to eye examinations and treatment
  • Prescription details for glasses or contact lenses
  • Health fund information for claiming purposes

We collect personal information directly from you where possible, including when you book an appointment, attend a consultation, complete forms, or contact us via phone, email or our website.

Use of personal information

ACT Optical collects and uses personal information for purposes including:

  • Providing optometry services and eye care
  • Conducting eye examinations and maintaining patient records
  • Dispensing prescription glasses and contact lenses
  • Processing Medicare and private health fund claims
  • Communicating with you about appointments, products or services
  • Complying with legal and regulatory requirements

We only use your personal information for the purpose it was collected, or for a related purpose that you would reasonably expect.

Disclosure of personal information

We may disclose your personal information where necessary to:

  • Medicare and private health insurers for billing and claiming
  • Other healthcare professionals involved in your care, with your consent
  • Regulatory bodies or government authorities where required by law

ACT Optical does not sell, rent or trade your personal information to third parties.

Storage and security

We take reasonable steps to protect your personal information from misuse, loss, unauthorised access, modification or disclosure. Personal information is stored securely in electronic and physical formats, and access is restricted to authorised staff only.

Access and correction

You have the right to request access to the personal information we hold about you and to request corrections if you believe the information is inaccurate, incomplete or out of date. Requests can be made by contacting us directly, and we will respond within a reasonable timeframe.

Website and online enquiries

When you use our website or submit an enquiry online, we may collect limited information such as your name, contact details and enquiry content. This information is used solely to respond to your enquiry and provide requested services.

Our website may use basic analytics tools to improve functionality and user experience. These tools do not identify individual users.

Changes to this Privacy Policy

ACT Optical may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in legislation or our business practices. The most current version will always be available on our website.

Contact us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, or how your personal information is handled, please contact ACT Optical directly.