Privacy Policy
Barton Partners Pty Ltd (ABN 92 696 236 138) values your privacy.
We are dedicated to managing your personal data with care, transparency, and in full compliance with legal standards.
Overview
This policy describes how we collect, store, use, and share personal information through our digital platforms and business operations. In this document, "Barton Partners," "we," "us," and "our" refer to Barton Partners Pty Ltd.
This policy aligns with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs).
1. Our Identity
Barton Partners Pty Ltd
ABN 92 696 236 138
Website: www.bartonpartners.com.au
Email: info@bartonpartners.com.au
Location: Sydney, Australia
We act as a private investment and advisory firm, specializing in business acquisitions, succession planning, and long-term ownership transitions for established Australian enterprises.
2. Information We Collect
We gather personal data when you engage with us through:
Website visits and interactions
Wix contact form submissions
Direct email correspondence
Consultations regarding business acquisitions or transitions
Referrals from professional intermediaries or partners
Data types collected include:
Contact details (Name, email, business name, location)
Professional context (Your role and the nature of your inquiry)
Communication history and any information provided in messages
Technical data collected via this website:
IP address, device, and browser types
Usage patterns (pages visited, time on site, referral sources)
Analytics and cookie-based information
Note: We do not request sensitive personal or financial information via website forms. Please use secured channels provided by our team for such data.
3. Collection Methods
We primarily collect data directly from you. Occasionally, we receive information via third parties such as:
Business brokers, accountants, and legal advisors
Financial institutions and referral partners
Public registers and professional networks
4. How We Use and Share Information
Information is utilized to:
Process and respond to business inquiries
Evaluate acquisition and investment opportunities
Manage relationships with partners and advisors
Maintain records and fulfill legal/regulatory obligations
Improve website performance and security
5. Website Contact Forms
Submitting a form grants us permission to collect your details to evaluate business opportunities and maintain records. We may share this data with our technology and professional service providers to facilitate our response. Failure to provide requested data may limit our ability to assist you.
6. Disclosure to Third Parties
We do not sell your personal data. We may disclose it to:
Legal, tax, and professional consultants
Web hosting and analytics providers (e.g., Wix, Google)
Transaction counterparties when relevant* Government or regulatory bodies if required by law
7. Tracking and Analytics
We use tools like Google Analytics, Wix Analytics, and LinkedIn Insight Tags to monitor engagement. You can manage your preferences through a cookie banner or by adjusting your browser settings to block cookies.
8. Marketing Correspondence
We may send insights or updates regarding our services if you have consented to such communications. You can opt out at any time by clicking 'unsubscribe' or emailing info@bartonpartners.com.au.
9. International Data Handling
Barton Partners is based in Australia. While we do not intentionally disclose data abroad, our service providers (like Google or Wix) may process information on international servers. We ensure these providers adhere to standards consistent with Australian privacy laws.
10. Data Security
We employ industry-standard measures—including access controls and secure storage—to protect your data. However, remember that no digital transmission is 100% secure; exercise caution when sharing confidential data via email.
11. Data Retention
We keep information for as long as necessary to fulfill business, legal, or tax requirements. Once no longer needed, we securely delete or de-identify the data.
12. Access and Accuracy
You have the right to request access to or correction of the personal information we hold. We may require identity verification before processing these requests.
13. Resolving Concerns
If you have questions about our privacy practices, please contact us at info@bartonpartners.com.au. If we cannot resolve your issue, you may contact the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner.
14. Website Disclaimer
The content on this site is general in nature. Barton Partners does not provide legal, tax, financial, or investment advice via this platform. Nothing here constitutes a formal offer to buy/sell a business or a recommendation for a specific transaction. Please consult independent professional advisors before taking action.
15. Policy Updates
This policy may change periodically. The current version will always be available on this website.
16. Contact Details
Barton Partners Pty Ltd | ABN 92 696 236 138
Email: info@bartonpartners.com.au
Website: www.bartonpartners.com.au
Location: Sydney, Australia