1. introduction
Roster Elf Pty Ltd ("Roster Elf", "our", "we" or "us") regards customer privacy as an important part of our relationship with our customers. The following privacy policy applies to the collection of personal information by Roster Elf from its customers and users.
Roster Elf is committed to protecting customer's personal information in accordance with the Australian Privacy Principles ("APPs") contained in the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) ("Privacy Act").
We make this policy available on our website at Roster Elf Privacy Policy. To request a hard copy, contact us.
2. collection of personal information
The personal information we collect about you depends on your dealings with Roster Elf. It may include:
- your name;
- contact details;
- banking / credit-card details;
- age or date of birth;
- employment history and pay rate;
- tax-file number and superannuation information;
- education qualifications;
- current occupation; and
- any other information you provide while interacting with us.
3. how we collect personal information
We collect information by lawful and fair means when it is reasonably necessary for our functions (staff management, rostering, payroll integration, shift swapping, time & attendance).
Information is collected when:
- you correspond with us (phone, email, mail or otherwise);
- you update your details;
- you supply documents or correspondence;
- you submit data via our website or create an account;
- you use Roster Elf HR Hub features;
- third parties lawfully disclose information to us; or
- cookies recognise repeat website users and remember preferences.
If you purchase a product or service, we may request contact details (name, email, postal address) and financial details (credit-card number, expiry date). These are used for billing and order fulfilment; if an order can't be processed we'll contact you.
All correspondence (sales, support, accounts) may be collected and stored.
Subject to Privacy-Act exceptions, we collect sensitive information only with your consent when reasonably necessary for Roster Elf's activities. Voluntary provision of sensitive information constitutes consent.
4. collection of unsolicited personal information
If we receive unsolicited personal information, we assess whether it could have been lawfully collected. If not, we destroy or de-identify it as soon as practicable (where lawful and reasonable).
5. use of collected personal information
We may use or disclose personal information to:
- provide, operate and maintain our services (including RosterElf);
- contact you when necessary;
- address enquiries, complaints or feedback;
- send useful information and event updates; and
- comply with legal obligations.
6. elf AI
"Elf AI" is our AI chatbot powered by "Alhena AI". We discourage including personal or confidential information in prompts because that data is collected and handled by "Alhena AI", not by us.
For more information, see our Elf AI Terms of Use.
7. chat feature
The optional chat function ("Chat Feature") is powered by Stream.io, Inc ("Getstream"). Any information you disclose there is handled under Getstream's privacy policy; we cannot view it.
For more information, see our Chat Feature Terms and Conditions.
8. direct marketing
We may use your information to send news, updates and promotional material unless you opt out. To opt out, contact us.
9. storage of collected information
Sensitive data (e.g., credit-card numbers) is encrypted with SSL and complete card details are never permanently stored. Industry-standard practices protect personal information in transit and at rest.
10. retention of personal information
Activity-feed data is retained for up to two years, then destroyed or de-identified unless retention is required by law. For security questions, contact us.
11. access to collected information
You may request access to or correction of your personal information. Proof of identity may be required. We aim to respond within 30 days.
12. cross border disclosure
Roster Elf may disclose personal information overseas (e.g., United States, European Union) and takes reasonable steps to ensure it is protected unless you consent or an exemption applies.
13. interactions with us by electronic means
Internet transmission is not entirely secure. Links to external sites are provided for convenience; their privacy practices are outside our control.
14. Complaints, questions or further information
To complain about a privacy breach, contact us first.
If dissatisfied, contact the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner:
- Website: Privacy Complaints
- Phone: 1300 363 992
- Email: enquiries@oaic.gov.au
15. changes to privacy policy
We review and update this policy periodically. Updates are posted on our website and elsewhere as appropriate.
Other policies
Review our other legal documents and policies
Terms and conditions
The legal agreement governing your use of RosterElf.
Acceptable use policy
Guidelines for proper use of RosterElf services.
Chat feature terms
Terms governing RosterElf's chat functionality.
Elf AI terms of use
Terms for using our AI customer support chatbot.
HR Hub disclaimer
Terms for accessing HR Hub resources and templates.