Terms and Conditions

1. Introduction

Welcome to Digital Defence (“we”, “us”, “our”).

These Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of our website, resources, campaigns, donation facilities, and any information or support provided through Digital Defence.

By using this website, making a donation, submitting information, or engaging with our campaigns, you agree to be bound by these Terms.

2. About Digital Defence

This website is operated by:

Digital Defence Limited
ABN: 71 681 559 222
Status: Australian charitable organisation
DGR Endorsement: Approved by the Australian Taxation Office
Location: Australia

Donations of $2 or more are tax-deductible in Australia.

3. Purpose of the Website

Digital Defence exists to promote online safety and combat digital harm through:

  • Advocacy and policy reform

  • Public education and awareness

  • Support and guidance pathways

Information on this website is provided for general informational and advocacy purposes only.

4. No Legal or Professional Advice

Content on this website does not constitute:

  • Legal advice

  • Counselling or therapeutic services

  • Professional or emergency support

While we aim to provide accurate and helpful information, you should seek independent professional advice where appropriate.

5. Use of the Website

You agree to use this website lawfully and respectfully.

You must not:

  • Post harmful, abusive, or misleading content

  • Interfere with website security or functionality

  • Misrepresent your identity or experiences

We reserve the right to moderate, restrict, or remove content or access at our discretion.

6. Donations

When you make a donation through our website:

  • Donations are voluntary

  • Donations of $2 or more are tax-deductible under Australian law

  • Donation receipts are issued electronically

Unless required by law, donations are non-refundable.

We may use third-party payment providers, whose terms also apply.

7. Sharing Your Digital Experience

When you submit information, stories, or experiences:

  • You confirm the information is accurate to the best of your knowledge

  • You grant Digital Defence permission to review, store, and use the information for advocacy, research, or support purposes (de-identified where appropriate)

  • You acknowledge that submission does not create a client-professional relationship

We may contact you for clarification or consent before any public use.

8. Support Limitations

Digital Defence does not directly investigate complaints or enforce laws.

Our role may include:

  • Providing information and pathways

  • Referring to external agencies or resources

  • Advocating for systemic change

We cannot guarantee outcomes or institutional responses.

9. Volunteers & Campaign Participation

Participation in campaigns, volunteering, or advocacy activities is subject to:

  • Eligibility criteria (where applicable)

  • Codes of conduct

  • Availability and organisational needs

We may suspend or end participation at our discretion.

10. Intellectual Property

All website content, including:

  • Reports

  • Educational resources

  • Toolkits

  • Branding and logos

is owned by or licensed to Digital Defence unless otherwise stated.

You may share content for non-commercial, educational purposes with attribution. Any other use requires written permission.

11. External Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites or resources.

We are not responsible for:

  • Content on external sites

  • Privacy practices of third parties

  • Accuracy of third-party information

12. Privacy

We collect and handle personal information in accordance with:

  • Privacy Act 1988 (Cth)

  • Australian Privacy Principles (APPs)

Please refer to our Privacy Policy for full details.

13. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law:

  • We exclude liability for indirect or consequential loss

  • We do not warrant uninterrupted or error-free website access

Nothing in these Terms excludes rights that cannot be excluded under Australian law.

14. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of Australia, and the courts of Australia have jurisdiction.

15. Contact Us

For questions about these Terms or our work:

Digital Defence Limited

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