Privacy Policy
Last updated: 22/04/2026
Ashworth Finance (“we”, “our”, “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal information responsibly. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and disclose your information in accordance with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Australian Privacy Principles.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of personal and sensitive information:
Personal Information
· Full name
· Contact information (email, phone number, address)
· Date of birth
· Employment details
· Income, expenses, and financial position
· Identification documents
Financial & Credit Information
As a finance and mortgage broking business, we may also collect:
· Credit history and credit reports
· Bank statements
· Loan statements
· Tax returns, pay slips, or alternative income verification
· Business financials (for self-employed clients)
Website & Digital Information
· IP address
· Site usage data
· Cookies and analytics information
2. How We Collect Your Information
We collect information through:
· Direct interactions (calls, emails, meetings, forms)
· Online forms and website submissions
· Lenders, credit reporting bodies, and third parties (with your consent)
· Publicly available sources when necessary
3. Why We Collect Your Information
We collect your information to:
· Provide mortgage, lending, and financial services
· Assess your eligibility for loans
· Submit loan applications on your behalf
· Communicate with you about products, services, and updates
· Comply with legal and regulatory obligations
We only collect information that is reasonably necessary for our services.
4. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
· Understand your financial position
· Recommend suitable loan products
· Apply for credit with lenders on your behalf
· Manage ongoing finance-related enquiries
· Improve our services and website
5. Disclosure of Your Information
We may disclose your information to:
· Lenders, banks, and financial institutions
· Credit reporting bodies
· Accountants, solicitors, and financial planners (with consent)
· Technology providers supporting our systems
· Regulatory or law-enforcement bodies when required
We do not sell your information.
6. Data Storage &Security
We store your information securely through digital systems and take reasonable steps to prevent:
· Unauthorised access
· Loss
· Misuse
· Modification
Your information is stored in Australia or in secure, compliant cloud environments.
7. Access & Correction
You may request access to, or correction of, the personal information we hold about you at any time.
To make a request, contact:
Email: louis@ashworthfinance.com.au
Phone: 0400260204
8. Cookies & Website Tracking
Our website may use cookies and analytics tools to improve user experience. You can manage cookie settings through your browser.
9. Marketing Communications
With your consent, we may send you updates, insights, or offers. You may unsubscribe at any time.
10. Complaints
If you wish to make a privacy complaint, contact us first. If unresolved, you may contact:
Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC)
www.oaic.gov.au
11. Contact Us
For privacy enquiries:
Ashworth Finance
Email: louis@ashworthfinance.com.au
Phone: 0400260204