Services
At the Australian LinkedIn, your privacy is not just a priority; it’s our foundational commitment. We firmly refuse to sell personal data to advertisers or share identifiable information—such as name or email address—without obtaining your explicit consent first. Our strategy empowers advertisers to define their target audience effectively, enabling us to align their advertisements with users who are most likely to find them pertinent and engaging. In addition, we provide advertisers with critical insights into ad performance, allowing them to assess how users interact with their offerings.
Our extensive range of services includes:
- Networking Opportunities: Connects you with like-minded individuals and organizations that resonate with your interests.
- Tailored Tools: Delivers personalized features designed specifically for premium subscribers.
- Promotional Platforms: Offers businesses effective avenues to promote their products and services.
- Personalized Experience: Ensures an individualized interaction with our platform through diverse formats such as posts, stories, events, ads, and more.
- Varied Communication Methods: Encourages engagement through status updates, photos, videos, stories, direct voice and written messaging, video call and beyond.
- Commitment to Safety: We enforce the security and integrity of our services while safeguarding your personal information from loss or unauthorized access.
- Information Access: Provides you with full access to your personal data upon request unless exceptions apply.
- Discovery Support: Assists in finding relevant information and services tailored specifically for you.
- Enhanced Search Features: Employs various research methods for improved product discovery and service enhancement.
- Performance Analytics: Equips advertisers with comprehensive reports on product performance and user engagement statistics.
- Security Measures: Continuously monitors and implements protective measures against potential security breaches to keep your data safe.
By selecting the Australian LinkedIn, you are choosing a secure space where your privacy is protected while relishing personalized experiences tailored exclusively for you.
We offer you a personal, global, non-assignable, and non-exclusive license to make use of our platform included in our services. Authorized users may extend to agents, representatives, contractors, and any individuals or entities acting—whether directly or indirectly—on your behalf. Be aware that specific programs, products, service plug-ins/add-ons, and application program interfaces (APIs) may entail additional terms and conditions that require careful examinations.
These terms are strictly non-transferable; it cannot be assigned, gifted, sold, or shared with others without our explicit written permission. The principal aim of this license is to empower you to leverage the services as presented on our platforms in line with these terms and conditions.
The Australian LinkedIn services are protected by copyright, trademark laws, and other legal provisions within Australia and beyond. These terms do not grant you any rights to utilize our name or any associated trademarks, logos, domain names, unique brand attributes, or other proprietary assets.
By registering and joining our services, you become a member who consents to all stipulated terms and conditions. Opting out of registration may limit your access to certain features as a guest user. Should you choose to purchase any paid services, you agree to pay the requisite fees and taxes linked with the subscription. Non-payment will result in the cancellation of your paid services.
We do not charge individuals for accessing the Australian LinkedIn platforms or any related products/services mentioned herein unless specifically stated otherwise. By using our products, you agree that we may display ads tailored to your preferences based on personal data usage aimed at identifying relevant advertisements. We may also collaborate with third parties for various services—including auditing, payment processing, fraud detection, customer support marketing strategies—and they might have access to inquiries or posts associated with these services.
If you choose to share content publicly, you grant us a global, transferable, and sublicensable right for the use, reproduction, modification, distribution, publication, and processing of any information and content you provide through our services as well as those offered by others. This is done without requiring further consent, notice, or compensation to you or any other parties. It’s important to note that third parties may promote their own products and services using our platforms; however, we do not take responsibility for these external activities.
While we strive to prevent misuse of our services, it’s acknowledged that such occurrences may still happen, and you agree that we cannot be held liable for any misuse. Furthermore, you recognize the potential risk of your organization being unintentionally linked to content concerning others when we inform connections and followers about mentions in the news.
Personal and Business Commitments
While increasing brand awareness, generating leads, boosting sales, improving customer service, and growing online community, you must be aware of
- Legal Compliance: Ensure adherence to all relevant laws and regulations, which encompass privacy, intellectual property, anti-spam, export controls, tax obligations, and other regulatory requirements.
- Service Availability: Our services are offered on an as it is and may be subject to change. We reserve the right to limit or withhold any content on our platforms, restrict visibility of certain materials, suspend or terminate accounts temporarily or permanently, and impose usage or storage limits at our sole discretion.
- Third-Party Responsibility: We disclaim responsibility for any third-party websites or applications linked to our services. It is your obligation to ensure that all materials you use are up-to-date, accurate, original, and that you possess the necessary rights and licenses for their utilization.
- Grant of License: By submitting materials to the Australian LinkedIn, you grant us a non-exclusive, a free license to utilize, copy, adapt, reformat, recompile, truncate, edit, publish and publicly display such content without confidentiality constraints.
- Confidentiality Obligations: The receiving party commits not to disclose any confidential information except to employees or authorized users who are legally bound by confidentiality agreements.
- Advertising Responsibility: You acknowledge that advertisements may appear on our platforms. You bear responsibility for your interactions with our services and their content.
- Interest-Based Advertising: Your interactions may be utilized for displaying interest-based ads regarding features and services that could attract your attention. However, we do not employ personally identifiable information in this context.
- Compliance Enforcement: The Australian LinkedIn reserves the right to take action against violations of our terms and conditions.
- Content Rights Retention: You maintain ownership rights over any materials you submit or share through our platforms.
- Content Usage Rights Granted: You permit us to make your public posts available across our platforms for various uses such as copying, reproducing, processing, adapting modifying publishing transmitting displaying uploading downloading distributing in all media formats—current or future—while we facilitate your ability to post this content globally.
- No Compensation Agreement: No form of compensation will be provided for the content you submit through our Services.
- Information Accuracy Commitment: Ensure that all information provided is accurate and kept current.
- Single Account Usage Policy: Create only one personal account intended for individual use.
- Name Update Procedures: Changing your name may necessitate submitting documents verifying your identity.
- Password Security Agreement: Use a strong password while keeping it confidential; do not transfer account access as you are responsible for protecting your account’s security.
- Data Access Rights Reserved: We retain the right to access any information necessary to comply with applicable laws or address issues related to fraud or technical difficulties while ensuring we do not disclose personally identifiable information except per our privacy policy guidelines.
- Additional Terms Application: Additional terms may apply when utilizing any offered supplementary products and services.
- Identity Integrity Policy: Avoid creating false identities on the platform; sharing personal account details with others is prohibited as well as creating profiles for anyone other than yourself.
- Privacy Respect Commitment: Do not infringe upon others’ privacy or share content that contravenes established community standards.
- Data Security Measures: Refrain from unauthorized data access attempts via automated means; selling third-party ads without permission is strictly forbidden.
- Do not develop software intended for scraping data and/or upload harmful code
We do not endorse or support any content or communications shared through our services, nor guarantee their completeness, accuracy, truthfulness, or reliability. Additionally, we do not validate any claims or opinions expressed via these platforms. We maintain the authority to remove any content that breaches our policies and standards, including but not limited to violations of copyright, trademark infringement, misappropriation of intellectual property, impersonation, illegal activities, or harassment.
We reserve the right to disable or delete your account, rendering you unable to use this platform if you:
- Misuse our services by interfering with them or accessing them through methods other than the designated interface and instructions we provide.
- Access, search, or attempt to access our services using automated means.
- Breach or violate our data privacy and security protocols.
- Be a convicted sex offender.
- Be under the age of 13.
- Disrupt or interfere with any user’s, host’s, or network’s access—this includes actions such as sending viruses, overloading servers, flooding, spamming, or mail-bombing our services.
- Create a new account if your previous account was disabled due to violations of our terms.
- Engage in unlawful, misleading, discriminatory, or fraudulent activities on your own accord or by assisting others.
We will delete post/s or ads if includes
- Child sexual exploitation or abuse
- Promotion of crime or coordination of harm
- Dangerous organizations or individuals
- Offensive practices including hate speech
- Illegal content including products/services
- Misinformation
- Fraudulent schemes or deceptive practices
- Unacceptable business methodologies including circumvention tactics
- Fake documentation/services
- Products derived from endangered species
Additionally:
- Alcohol-related promotions,
- Exploitative advertisement during crises,
- Hazardous goods,
- Sale of human body parts,
- Tobacco products,
- Weapons/ammunition/explosives,
- Drugs/pharmaceuticals,
- Gambling/sweepstakes/occult pursuits,
- Matters pertaining to health/politics,
- Adult nudity/sexual activity/exploitation solicitation,
- Violent/graphic material,
- Privacy violations/personal attributes,
- and any third-party intellectual property infringements.
We will make reasonable efforts to notify you via the email associated with your account about any account issues. If you believe your account was terminated in error, you have the option to appeal by completing this form.
Our commitment is unwavering when it comes to safeguarding user data and resources. Therefore, you further acknowledge that where permitted by applicable laws, if you induce or facilitate breaches of our terms and conditions—causing damage either to us or other users—you may be held legally responsible for monetary damages according to relevant legislation.
We might require your consent for the following:
- To deliver services such as sharing content that is governed by intellectual property laws, ensuring that you maintain ownership of your intellectual property rights.
- To obtain your approval for utilizing your name, profile picture, and details regarding your interactions with advertisements and sponsored or commercial materials.
- To seek permission to use or make updates to the software you employ or download.
The Australian LinkedIn platform prioritizes the safety of minors by offering essential resources that educate them on the importance of understanding their online interactions. By encouraging young users to be mindful of whom they share personal details with, such as contact information, it aligns with the eSafety Commissioner Regulations and Online Safety Act 2021, and fosters a secure communication environment that enhances positive experiences online.
We empower teenagers to utilize our services and products responsibly through tailored account settings. Additionally, parents have the option to report posts for removal and manage location sharing, among other features.
If there is any threat involving the disclosure of your child’s personal information, it is crucial to report this immediately to local law enforcement, notify us, and block the involved individual/s. Furthermore, we take immediate action by deleting all accounts belonging to users under the age of 13.
Update
We retain the authority to amend our policies whenever necessary, and you will receive a new privacy notice should we implement any significant changes. Additionally, we may reach out to you through various channels regarding the management of your personal data periodically. Our ongoing commitment is to enhance our services and introduce new features that benefit both you and our communities. Consequently, this policy may be updated from time to time to accurately represent our offerings and practices, guarantee a safe experience with our products, and adhere to relevant laws.
Changes will occur if the existing provisions are deemed inadequate or inappropriate, or if adjustments are reasonable while considering your interests. Updates might also be essential for safety, security measures, or legal compliance. We will inform you via email or through our products and services at least 30 days prior to any modifications in these policy terms taking effect, allowing you the chance to review them. However, changes mandated by law may not follow this notification procedures. Once the revised terms come into force, your continued use of our products and services signifies your acceptance of these updates.
We sincerely hope that you choose to keep using our products and services. If you disagree with the updated terms and prefer not to remain part of our community, you have the option to deactivate or delete your account at any time.
Account Suspension and Deletion
When necessary, at our discretion, we will notify account holders who have been suspended or deleted due to clear, serious, and repeated violations of our policies. Furthermore, accounts that remain unverified or whose owners cannot confirm their account ownership will be suspended or deleted. We will provide an explanation of any options available for requesting a review.
We reserve the right to modify any or all terms of use or other conditions governing access to our platform at any time by posting new terms on our website. Your engagement with our platform indicates your acceptance of these terms. Should you take issue with any aspect of our terms of use or other notifications on our platform, your only recourse is to immediately discontinue using it.
Liability
At the Australian LinkedIn platforms, we leverage advanced skills and technology to deliver our products and services, ensuring your safety and security while fostering a dependable environment. However, we cannot assure you that our offerings will operate without interruptions at all times. We disclaim responsibility for any losses that arise not from our breach of this policy or our actions; nor do we accept liability for losses that are not reasonably foreseeable by both parties at the time of entering into this policy.
We do not guarantee the continuous availability or accessibility of content, links, or subdomains associated with our website. We retain the right to alter the path or location of any link or subdomain or redirect content linked within them at any moment without prior notice. Furthermore, we cannot assure you that links you share will remain unchanged when forwarded, as they may be modified at any time without notification.
Disputes
Our commitment is to provide exceptional customer service while establishing guidelines aimed at minimizing the risks, conflicts and disputes. Should a conflict arise, Australian laws will govern any claims made.
Third Party
These Terms do not bestow third-party beneficiary rights upon anyone. Our advertising partners may gather information about you when you engage with their content, advertisements, and services. We supply advertisers with data enabling them to present more relevant ads to you and evaluate their effectiveness without disclosing your name or any other identifiable information.
Instead, we utilize advertising identifiers such as cookies or device identifiers alongside codes generated from irreversible cryptography applied to other details like email addresses. If you’ve already downloaded one of our apps, we will share your advertising identifier along with data regarding that action so that you aren’t served an ad prompting app download again.
Partnership
When individuals or brands connect to form groups or partnerships, we strongly believe in collaborative success among partners.
Advertiser Partners: We provide advertisers with insights regarding the demographics and types of individuals who view and interact with their ads and commercial content. This includes:
- Partners utilizing our analytics services—like business accounts and professional tools—to enhance their operations.
- Businesses employing our analytics solutions to gain deeper insights into how users engage with their content, features, products, and services.
- Partners offering goods or services on our commerce platforms whom you choose to share transactional information with—aiding in completing transactions effectively.
Service Providers assist us in delivering our products; for example, commerce service platforms offer various services such as payments processing, shipping logistics, marketing strategies, and customer engagement solutions, while other providers may help us investigate suspicious activities while detecting and mitigating threats.
External Researchers leverage this information for scholarly research aimed at fostering innovation while promoting safety, security, and integrity across the board.
Political Engagement
The decisions made in public policy can profoundly impact those who utilize our services and influence the future trajectory of our organization. Therefore, the Australian LinkedIn is committed to actively engaging with government representatives to address crucial policy matters relevant to our company while also showcasing the benefits of our products and services.
Intellectual Property
At the Australian LinkedIn, we prioritize the protection of rights for both individuals and organizations. We strictly prohibit the publication of any content that infringes upon the intellectual property rights of others, including copyrights and trademarks.
Intellectual property (IP) Administering and managing and registering patents, trademarks, designs, and plant breeder’s rights. Additionally, provides strategic counsel to the Australian Government aimed at enhancing the intellectual property rights framework for both nationally and on an international scale.
Trademarks encompass a wide array of identifiers including logos, brand names, phrases, words, slogans, symbols, letters, colors, sounds, smells, images, movements, packaging elements, or any combination thereof. This protection is essential for preventing consumer confusion and safeguarding against unauthorized use that could mislead potential customers. Trademark owners possess the authority to take action against others who attempt to utilize their trademark—or similar versions—without consent if such actions could lead to harm or confusion.
Furthermore, protecting brand rights enables organizations to assert their IP across various platforms effectively. It empowers brands to identify and report instances of counterfeiting as well as trademark and copyright violations or business impersonation. If you suspect someone is infringing on your trademark rights, you can take action by filling out our reporting form. We are actively developing tools to facilitate brand searches across our platforms.
Upon receiving a request for content removal due to infringement claims, we will thoroughly verify the completeness and validity of the report before swiftly taking down the offending material.
The Australian LinkedIn Brands and Logos
At the Australian LinkedIn, we hold a firm belief in the power of community connections, extending that belief to the promotion of brands for business purposes. Partnerships can flourish when our brands are utilized legally and with our explicit permission, thereby enhancing support for external clients.
Eligible brands and logos, and series names are embodying elements of Australian Identity and serving to spotlight our technology while evaluating how effectively our brands can be used, should be employed to promote equality and partnership, please make sure to
- Clarify the purpose behind each brand’s usage.
- Maintain brand independence; do not merge them.
- Thoughtfully integrate brands, ensuring coherence and consistency.
- Clearly identify and agree upon brand execution methods.
- Utilize approved logos, badges, sizes, spacing, and colors as specified.
- Properly name and reference product integrations.
The Australian LinkedIn invests significant resources into developing and safeguarding its intellectual property. We actively enforce our rights against any misuse of our brands and logos. Unauthorized use, registration, or claims regarding our trademarks, business names, usernames, or domain names are strictly prohibited. Permission to utilize our trademarks can be revoked at any moment if usage becomes inconsistent with the Australian LinkedIn’s branding or community standards.
If you have inquiries or seek permission to use our brands, please contact the Australian LinkedIn Team or submit your request by filling out this form.
Copyright
Copyright is designed to safeguard the unique creations and concepts of authors, encompassing various forms such as text, imagery, art, music, film, and literature. However, it’s important to note that names, titles, slogans, or brief phrases often do not meet the originality threshold required for copyright protection. The moment you produce an original work, you automatically hold copyright over it. This may encompass:
- Visual or Audiovisual Works: including videos, films, television shows and broadcasts, video games, paintings, and photographs.
- Audio Works: such as songs, musical compositions, sound recordings, and spoken word recordings.
- Literary Works: which comprise books, plays, manuscripts, articles, and musical scores.
Your original expression of an idea is protected as soon as it is documented. Attorney-General’s Department oversees copyright protections in accordance with the Copyright Act 1968 and the Circuit Layouts Act 1989. Additionally, the Privacy Act 1988 serves as the cornerstone of Australian legislation regarding the management of personal information.
- Copyright offers legal safeguards for individuals who articulate original ideas and information in specific formats. The predominant formats encompass writing, visual imagery, music, and moving images.
- It’s crucial to understand that copyright does not extend to ideas or facts; rather it protects only the unique expression of those ideas or facts. Therefore, copyright does not inhibit others from independently creating similar works.
- Typically excluded from copyright protection are names and titles due to their lack of originality.
The copyright framework cultivates a creative environment that benefits society by:
- Offering incentives for creators to develop new content by allowing them to determine how others may use their contents.
- Granting financial rewards to those whose content proves valuable to others who may lack the skills or time necessary for creation.
As a holder of copyright rights under the law, you possess specific entitlements. These grant you authority to prevent unauthorized copying or distribution of your work or the creation of derivative works based on your original material.
We reserve all rights not explicitly granted elsewhere. You cannot transfer any rights or responsibilities outlined in this policy without our explicit consent. Should you suspect that someone is using your copyrighted material without authorization, please report this infringement by completing this form.
Counterfeit Goods
If you suspect that any content on the Australian LinkedIn is promoting or selling counterfeit products, we encourage you to take action by completing this form.
Supplemental Policies
Certain products and services we provide are subject to additional policies. Should you choose to utilize any of these products and/or services, the corresponding supplemental terms will be presented to you and will form an integral part of our agreement with you. In cases where you access or employ our products for commercial or business-related activities—such as purchasing advertisements, selling merchandise, developing applications, managing a business group or utilizing other services—you must accept our supplementary policies.
Counterfeiting involves replicating a company’s trademark and/or unique attributes to create an imitation of an authentic product. The production, marketing, or distribution of counterfeit items constitutes trademark infringement, a violation that is deemed illegal in the majority of countries.
You acknowledge that you cannot transfer your rights or responsibilities outlined in these Terms to another party without our explicit consent. We retain all rights not specifically granted to you and may modify the username associated with your account under certain conditions if it is owned by someone else.
Additional Privacy Settings
When logging into apps, websites, through the Australian LinkedIn platforms, you can utilize specific privacy settings. An app, website, may have the ability to access this publicly available information at any time.
Feedback
Your insights and recommendations regarding our products and services are always highly valued. We sincerely encourage you to share your thoughts with us by filling this form.
Effective Date: 29 October 2024
