Last Updated: January 27, 2026

1. Introduction

Antomic Tech Pty Ltd ("we", "our", "us") operates Ranked Higher Than You. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information.

2. Information We Collect

Information You Provide

  • Email address (if you choose to create an account)
  • Username (optional)
  • Payment information (processed by Stripe, we don't store card details)
  • Google account information (if you use Google OAuth)

Automatically Collected Information

  • User ID (stored in browser localStorage)
  • Contribution amounts and timestamps
  • Transaction history and invoice numbers
  • Browser type and device information
  • IP address and approximate location
  • Payment intent IDs from Stripe

3. How We Use Your Information

  • To process payments and manage your rank
  • To generate and send tax invoices
  • To send you login links and rank notifications (if opted in)
  • To display your username on the public leaderboard (if set)
  • To maintain transaction history for your records
  • To comply with legal and tax obligations
  • To improve and maintain the Service

4. Tax Invoices and Financial Records

We are legally required to generate and retain tax invoices for all transactions. Tax invoices include:

  • Your email address
  • Invoice number and date
  • Transaction amount
  • GST amount (if applicable)
  • Service description
  • Our ABN

Important: Invoice data must be retained for a minimum of 7 years under Australian tax law and cannot be deleted even if you delete your account.

5. Data Storage

We use the following storage methods:

  • Browser localStorage: User ID and preferences (stored on your device)
  • Database: Email, username, rank data, transaction history (stored on secure servers)
  • Invoice archive: Tax invoices and transaction records (permanently stored for legal compliance)
  • Third-party services: Stripe for payment processing

6. Data Sharing

We share your information only in these circumstances:

  • Public leaderboard: Your username (if set), rank, and contribution amount are publicly visible
  • Payment processor: Stripe receives payment information to process transactions
  • Tax authorities: Transaction data and invoices may be provided to the Australian Taxation Office if required
  • Legal requirements: If required by law or to protect our rights

We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

7. Your Rights

You have the following rights regarding your personal data:

  • Access: Request a copy of your personal data
  • Correction: Update or correct your information
  • Deletion: Delete your account and personal data via the account settings (subject to limitations below)
  • Opt-out: Unsubscribe from email notifications at any time
  • Data portability: Request your data in a portable format
  • Invoice access: View and download all your tax invoices

8. Account Deletion and Data Retention

You can delete your account at any time through the account settings. This will:

  • Remove your email address and username
  • Disable email notifications
  • Keep your contribution amount for leaderboard integrity (anonymized)

Data Retention Limitations:

  • Tax invoices cannot be deleted – We are legally required to retain all tax invoices for a minimum of 7 years
  • Transaction records retained – Invoice numbers, amounts, dates, and your email address on invoices are permanently stored
  • Anonymous rank data retained – Your contribution amount remains on the leaderboard
  • These requirements apply even after account deletion

9. Data Retention Periods

  • Active accounts: Retained as long as your account exists
  • Deleted accounts: Personal data removed immediately (except invoice data)
  • Transaction records: Retained for minimum 7 years (required by law)
  • Tax invoices: Retained for minimum 7 years (required by law)
  • Anonymous rank data: Retained indefinitely for leaderboard functionality

10. Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information, including:

  • Encrypted database connections
  • Secure payment processing through Stripe (PCI-DSS compliant)
  • Access controls and authentication
  • Regular security updates

11. Cookies and Local Storage

We use browser localStorage (not cookies) to store your user ID and preferences. This data remains on your device and can be cleared by deleting your browser data.

12. Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services:

13. International Data Transfers

Your data may be transferred to and processed in countries outside your country of residence. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data.

14. Children's Privacy

This Service is not intended for individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

15. GDPR Compliance (European Users)

If you are in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have additional rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), including the right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority.

Note: Invoice data is exempt from deletion requests due to legal record-keeping obligations under Australian tax law.

16. CCPA Compliance (California Residents)

California residents have the right to know what personal information we collect, request deletion of their data (subject to legal retention requirements), and opt-out of the sale of personal information. We do not sell personal information.

Note: Invoice data must be retained for tax compliance and is exempt from deletion requests.

17. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes by email (if you have provided one) or by posting a notice on the Service.

18. Contact Us

For questions about this Privacy Policy or to exercise your rights, contact us at:
Email: [email protected]