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Privacy Policy

Tidy Desk VA is a small business run by me, Kate Mitchell, from Busselton in WA. This page explains what personal information I collect through this website and my work, why I collect it, and how I look after it.

Last updated 4 November 2026

What I collect

I only collect what I need, and only what you choose to give me:

  • When you get in touch: your name, email address and anything you include in your message, through my contact form or by email.
  • When you play Admin Sins: your name, email address and game result. If you confess an admin sin, I also collect what you write, your Instagram handle if you add it, and whether you're happy for me to share it.
  • When we work together: the details from my onboarding and check-in forms, like your contact details, business name and address (for invoicing), how you like to work, and anything you choose to share in the optional "fun bit".
  • When you visit the site: my website platform, Squarespace, uses cookies and collects basic information like your browser, device and the pages you visit, so the site works properly and I can see how it's being used.

Why I collect it

  • To reply to your enquiry.
  • To show you your Admin Sins result and send you the breakdown.
  • To send you the occasional email, if you've given me your email through Admin Sins. You can unsubscribe any time.
  • To share your confessed admin sin on Instagram or a future bingo card, but only if you've ticked the box to say that's fine.
  • To set up and deliver my services, invoice you, and keep good records.
  • To keep my website running well.

Where it's stored

Your information is stored using trusted tools I use to run my business, including Squarespace, Google Workspace (Gmail, Forms and Sheets), Formspree and Xero. Some of these providers store data overseas, including in the United States. I choose reputable providers and keep my accounts secure.

Who I share it with

I don't sell, rent or trade your personal information. I only share it with the service providers above so they can do their job, or if the law requires me to.

Client information

When I work in your systems, like your Xero, inbox or CRM, I treat everything I can see as confidential. I only access what I need to do the work, and I don't keep copies longer than I need to. The details are covered in our working agreement.

How long I keep it

I keep your information for as long as I need it for the reasons above, or as long as I'm required to by law, for example tax and financial records. After that, I delete it.

Your choices

  • You can ask to see the information I hold about you, or ask me to correct or delete it.
  • You can unsubscribe from my emails any time, using the link in the email or by letting me know.
  • You can set your browser to block or delete cookies, though some parts of the site may not work as well.

Questions or concerns

If you have a question about your privacy, or you're not happy with how I've handled your information, email me at hello@tidydeskva.com.au and I'll get back to you within 30 days.

If you're still not happy, you can contact the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner at oaic.gov.au.

Changes to this policy

I may update this policy from time to time. The latest version will always be on this page, with the date it was last updated at the top.