Privacy Policy
Worn Mag ("WORN", "Worn Magazine", "we", "our", or "us") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information we collect and hold.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, disclose, and protect your personal information when you visit our website, subscribe to our publications, make purchases, submit applications or content, contact us, or otherwise interact with WORN Magazine.
By using our website or providing personal information to us, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.
3. How We Collect Information
1. Our Commitment to Privacy
Worn Magazine is committed to handling personal information responsibly and transparently.
We aim to comply with applicable Australian privacy laws, including the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs) where applicable.
2. Information We Collect
Depending on how you interact with us, we may collect personal information including:
Identity & Contact Information
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Full name
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Email address
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Telephone or mobile number (where provided)
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Postal or delivery address
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Billing address
Account & Subscription Information
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Subscription details
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Account preferences
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Purchase history
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Customer service records
Payment Information
When you make a purchase, payment information may be collected and processed by our third-party payment providers.
Worn Magazine does not generally store full credit card or payment card details on its own systems.
Application & Submission Information
Where you apply for or participate in Worn Mag initiatives, we may collect information including:
Face of WORN Applications
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Personal details
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Contact information
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Biographical information
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Style and fashion-related information
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Submitted photographs
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Application responses
Contributor Applications
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Portfolio information
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Curriculum vitae or résumé
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Professional experience
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Written submissions
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Creative samples
Reader Stories & Editorial Submissions
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Personal stories
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Photographs
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Correspondence
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Submission materials
Website Usage Information
When you visit our website, certain technical information may be collected automatically, including:
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IP address
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Browser type
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Device information
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Operating system
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Referral sources
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Pages viewed
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Session duration
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Website interactions
This information is generally collected through cookies, analytics tools, and similar technologies.
3. How We Collect Information
We may collect information when you:
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Visit our website;
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Subscribe to WORN Magazine;
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Purchase products or services;
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Sign up to newsletters or mailing lists;
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Submit an application;
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Enter a competition or promotion;
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Contact us via email, forms, or social media;
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Participate in surveys or research activities;
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Submit photographs, stories, or editorial content.
We may also collect information from publicly available sources where relevant to editorial, contributor, or partnership enquiries.
4. How We Use Your Information
We use personal information for purposes including:
Providing Products & Services
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Processing subscriptions
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Fulfilling orders
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Delivering publications
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Managing customer accounts
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Providing customer support
Responding to Enquiries
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Answering questions
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Responding to requests
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Managing correspondence
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Providing assistance regarding purchases or subscriptions
Managing Applications & Submissions
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Reviewing Face of WORN applications
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Assessing contributor applications
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Evaluating editorial submissions
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Communicating with applicants and contributors
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Organising editorial projects and photography sessions
Marketing & Communications
Where permitted by law, we may use your information to:
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Send newsletters
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Provide publication updates
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Share promotional offers
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Announce competitions or opportunities
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Inform you about upcoming releases, events, or projects
You may opt out of marketing communications at any time.
Website Improvement
We may analyse website usage data to:
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Improve website functionality
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Improve user experience
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Understand visitor behaviour
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Develop content and services
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Monitor website performance and security
5. Photography & Submitted Content
As a publication focused on storytelling and visual culture, WORN Magazine may collect photographs and related materials submitted voluntarily by individuals.
Submitted photographs may be used for:
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Application assessment;
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Editorial review;
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Publication consideration;
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Promotional purposes relating to WORN Magazine;
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Archival and administrative purposes.
Submission of photographs does not guarantee publication.
Any publication or broader usage beyond the scope originally communicated may be subject to additional permissions where appropriate.
6. Cookies & Analytics
Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to improve functionality and understand visitor engagement.
Cookies may help us:
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Remember preferences;
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Measure website traffic;
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Analyse user behaviour;
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Improve performance and usability.
You may disable cookies through your browser settings, although some website functionality may be affected.
7. Third-Party Services
We may use trusted third-party providers to assist in operating our website and services.
These providers may process personal information on our behalf.
Examples may include:
Website Hosting Providers
Used to host and maintain our website infrastructure and data storage.
Payment Processors
Used to securely process purchases, subscriptions, and other transactions.
Email Marketing Platforms
Used to manage newsletters, subscriber communications, and marketing campaigns.
Analytics Providers
Used to understand website traffic, visitor behaviour, and website performance.
These providers are only given access to information reasonably necessary to perform their services.
We encourage users to review the privacy policies of third-party providers where appropriate.
8. Disclosure of Information
Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to improve functionality and understand visitor engagement.
Cookies may help us:
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Remember preferences;
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Measure website traffic;
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Analyse user behaviour;
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Improve performance and usability.
You may disable cookies through your browser settings, although some website functionality may be affected.
6. Cookies & Analytics
Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to improve functionality and understand visitor engagement.
Cookies may help us:
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Remember preferences;
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Measure website traffic;
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Analyse user behaviour;
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Improve performance and usability.
You may disable cookies through your browser settings, although some website functionality may be affected.
6. Cookies & Analytics
Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to improve functionality and understand visitor engagement.
Cookies may help us:
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Remember preferences;
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Measure website traffic;
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Analyse user behaviour;
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Improve performance and usability.
You may disable cookies through your browser settings, although some website functionality may be affected.
6. Cookies & Analytics
Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to improve functionality and understand visitor engagement.
Cookies may help us:
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Remember preferences;
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Measure website traffic;
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Analyse user behaviour;
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Improve performance and usability.
You may disable cookies through your browser settings, although some website functionality may be affected.
6. Cookies & Analytics
Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to improve functionality and understand visitor engagement.
Cookies may help us:
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Remember preferences;
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Measure website traffic;
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Analyse user behaviour;
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Improve performance and usability.
You may disable cookies through your browser settings, although some website functionality may be affected.
6. Cookies & Analytics
Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to improve functionality and understand visitor engagement.
Cookies may help us:
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Remember preferences;
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Measure website traffic;
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Analyse user behaviour;
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Improve performance and usability.
You may disable cookies through your browser settings, although some website functionality may be affected.
6. Cookies & Analytics
Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to improve functionality and understand visitor engagement.
Cookies may help us:
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Remember preferences;
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Measure website traffic;
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Analyse user behaviour;
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Improve performance and usability.
You may disable cookies through your browser settings, although some website functionality may be affected.
6. Cookies & Analytics
Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to improve functionality and understand visitor engagement.
Cookies may help us:
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Remember preferences;
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Measure website traffic;
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Analyse user behaviour;
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Improve performance and usability.
You may disable cookies through your browser settings, although some website functionality may be affected.
6. Cookies & Analytics
Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to improve functionality and understand visitor engagement.
Cookies may help us:
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Remember preferences;
-
Measure website traffic;
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Analyse user behaviour;
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Improve performance and usability.
You may disable cookies through your browser settings, although some website functionality may be affected.