Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy explains what information Alert to Invoice (localhost:4173) processes when you visit the site, and what choices you have. Last updated: 28 October 2026.

Who operates this site

Alert to Invoice is an independent information site about Managed cybersecurity services for Australian small and mid-sized businesses: what MSSP, MDR, SOC-as-a-service, managed endpoint and firewall, vCISO, penetration testing and Essential Eight uplift services include, how they are priced, and the Privacy Act, Cyber Security Act and contract rules that shape the buying decision for readers in Australia. Contact details are on the Contact page.

Information we collect

• Server logs. Our hosting provider (Vercel Inc.) automatically processes technical data such as IP address, browser type, requested page and time of request to deliver the site and protect it against abuse. These logs are kept for a limited period by the host.
• Calculator and checklist inputs. The tools on this site run entirely in your browser. Numbers you type are not sent to us. Checklist progress may be saved in your browser's local storage so you can return to it; you can clear it at any time in your browser settings.
• Messages you send. If you email us, we receive your address and the content of your message and use them only to reply.

We do not sell personal information, and we do not knowingly collect information from children.

Advertising

This site may display advertising from Google AdSense in the future. If advertising is enabled, Google and its partners may use cookies or similar technologies to show ads based on your visits to this and other websites. You can manage personalised advertising at Google Ads Settings and learn more at How Google uses information from sites that use its services. Before advertising is enabled, this policy and the Cookie Policy will be updated, and any consent required in your region will be requested.

Your rights

Under the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Australian Privacy Principles, where they apply, you may request access to the personal information we hold about you and ask us to correct it. To make a request or a complaint, use the contact details on the Contact page. If you are not satisfied with our response, you can complain to the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) at oaic.gov.au.

Security and retention

The site is served over HTTPS. Emails are kept only as long as needed to answer and follow up on your request.

Changes

We will update this page when our practices change and revise the date above.