Western Australian Debating League (WADL)
Last updated: 25 July 2026
1. Introduction
The Western Australian Debating League (“WADL”, “we”, “us”, “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect information when you visit wadl.org.
2. Information We Collect
We may collect the following information:
- Contact details you provide, such as name and email address (e.g. via contact forms or newsletter sign-up)
- Tournament and registration information for participants, adjudicators, and coordinators
- Usage data collected automatically via Google Analytics, including pages visited, time on site, browser type, and general location (derived from IP address)
3. How We Use Google Analytics
Our website uses Google Analytics, a web analytics service provided by Google, to help us understand how visitors use our site. Google Analytics uses cookies and similar technologies to collect anonymised or pseudonymised usage data, such as:
- Pages viewed and time spent on the site
- Device and browser type
- General geographic location
This information helps us improve our website’s content and user experience. Google Analytics data is processed in accordance with Google’s Privacy Policy. You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on or by adjusting your cookie preferences.
4. How We Use Your Information
We use collected information to:
- Operate and improve the WADL website
- Manage tournament registrations and communications
- Send newsletters or updates (only if you have subscribed)
- Understand website usage trends via Google Analytics
5. We Do Not Sell or Share Your Data
WADL does not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to any third party. We do not share your personal data with third parties for their marketing purposes. Information is only used internally for the purposes described in this policy, or disclosed where required by law.
6. Cookies
Our website uses cookies, primarily through Google Analytics, to collect usage data as described above. You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings, though this may affect some site functionality.
7. Data Security
We take reasonable steps to protect the information we hold from misuse, loss, and unauthorised access.
8. Data Retention
We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy, or as required by law.
9. Your Rights
You may request access to, correction of, or deletion of your personal information by contacting us at the details below. You may unsubscribe from newsletters at any time using the link provided in those emails.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.
11. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
Western Australian Debating League
Email: secretary@wadl.org
Website: wadl.org