Federal Privacy Act (Australia)

The Federal Privacy Act in Australia is a law designed to protect individuals' personal information. It sets out how organizations and government agencies can collect, use, store, and disclose personal data. The Act ensures that people have the right to access their information and request corrections if it’s inaccurate. It also establishes principles that organizations must follow to handle personal data responsibly and transparently, promoting accountability and trust. Essentially, it aims to safeguard privacy while allowing for the necessary use of information in a digital world.