Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 23/04/2026

1. Introduction

PlateRiver.NET (“Plate River”, “we”, “our”, “the Site”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use and safeguard your data when you use any of our services, including:

• Using our Internet Speed Test
• Using our SSL Certificate Checker
• Using our Loan Repayments Calculator
• Playing Chinese Chess against AI or friends
• Learning and practicing gameplay
• Browsing or posting listings on classifieds.plateriver.net
• Other services we may launch in the future

By using our website or creating an account, you agree to this Privacy Policy and our Terms of Use.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Account Information

When you register an account on PlateRiver.NET or classifieds.plateriver.net, we collect the information you provide directly, such as:

• Name
• Email address
• Optional profile details

This information is used to manage your account and provide access to our services. You may update or delete your profile information at any time (except your username.

2.2 Directory Listings

When adding a business listing to the directory platform, you may provide:

• Business name, title, and description
• Location details
• Contact preferences
• Images or media you upload

This information is displayed publicly. You should avoid including sensitive personal information in your listing.

2.3 Sharing Tools

If you choose to share a game, tool, or listing with someone via our site, you may provide their name and email address. By doing so, you confirm you have their permission for this limited purpose.

2.4 Social Login

If you register or sign in using a third‑party platform (e.g., Google or Facebook), we may receive basic information such as your name and email address. This data is used only to support account creation or login.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Provide, maintain and improve our services
• Manage your account and listings
• Support gameplay features and tools
• Display your classifieds listings publicly
• Send essential service‑related messages
• Send optional updates or newsletters (you may unsubscribe at any time)

We do not sell your personal information.

4. Internet Tools

4.1 Internet Speed Test

The speed test runs entirely in your browser. Results are not sent to or stored on our servers.

4.2 SSL Certificate Checker

The SSL checker uses publicly available domain information. No personal data is collected or retained.

4.3 Loan Repayments Calculator

PlateRiver.NET’s loan calculators (Simple, Advanced and Professional) run entirely within your web browser.

We do not receive, collect, transmit or store any of the information you enter into these calculators. All loan amounts, interest rates, dates, repayment settings and any saved calculations remain on your device only.

For users of the Professional Calculator, saved plans are stored locally in your browser using LocalStorage. These saved items are not uploaded to PlateRiver.NET and cannot be accessed by us.

Because your calculator inputs never leave your device, PlateRiver.NET cannot view, recover or correct any information you enter or save.

5. Cookies

We use cookies to:

• Enable core site functionality
• Keep you logged in
• Remember preferences
• Validate forms
• Secure your account
• Improve performance and user experience

Disabling cookies may affect login, session management and access to certain features.

If required by law in your region, a cookie consent banner will appear on your first visit.

6. Advertising

Some pages may display advertising provided by third‑party vendors. These vendors may use cookies to show ads based on your visits to this and other websites. You can learn more about how advertising cookies work or opt out of personalised ads by visiting your browser’s ad settings or the vendor’s privacy pages.

7. Data Security

We take data protection seriously. All communication between your device and our servers is encrypted using 256‑bit SSL.

We apply industry‑standard safeguards to protect your data from unauthorised access, disclosure or misuse.

8. Data Retention

We retain your information only as long as necessary to:

• Provide our services
• Comply with legal obligations
• Resolve disputes
• Maintain security and fraud prevention

You may request deletion of your account at any time.

9. Your Rights

You may:

• Access the personal information we hold about you
• Request correction of inaccurate information
• Request deletion of your account
• Opt out of newsletters or marketing messages

To exercise these rights, contact us using the form on our website.

10. Children’s Privacy

We do not knowingly collect personal information from anyone under 18.
If you are under 18, you may only use our services with the supervision and consent of a parent or guardian.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy as our services evolve or to comply with new regulations. Changes will be posted on this page with the updated effective date.

12. Governing Law

This Privacy Policy is governed by the laws of New South Wales, Australia. If you access the Site from outside Australia, you are responsible for complying with local laws.

13. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us using the form available on our website.