How we collect, use and protect your information
Last update: 26 December 2026
The ARC Centre of Excellence for Quantum Computing Performance and Integration (QPI) is administered by the University of New South Wales (UNSW). This Privacy Policy explains how QPI collects, uses, discloses and protects personal information through the QPI website, qpi.org.au.
This policy applies to information collected through the QPI website. Separate privacy notices may apply to Centre activities such as events, travel, research administration, employment, collaboration and visitor arrangements.
What information we collect
We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide through the website, including:
- your name
- email address
- organisation, institution or professional details
- information submitted through the website contact form
- information provided when subscribing to Centre communications, and
- information included in correspondence with the Centre
You may generally browse the website without providing personal information.
The website is not intended to collect sensitive information, such as health information, passport or visa details, ethnicity, disability information, demographic information, dietary requirements or accessibility requirements. Please do not submit this type of information through the website.
How we collect and use information
How we collect information
Personal information may be collected when you
- submit an enquiry through thewebsite contact form
- opt in to receive newslettersor other Centre communications
- contact the Centre using thedetails provided on the website, or
- provide information forpublication as a Centre participant, researcher or collaborator
Where practicable, we collect personal information directlyfrom you.
How we use information
We may use personal information to:
- respond to enquiries
- send newsletters or othercommunications where you have opted in
- manage and maintain Centremailing lists
- administer Centrecommunications
- publish approved participantbiographies, images and profile links
- improve the website andunderstand how it is used, and
- manage privacy, security andlegal or administrative requirements
We will not use your personal information for unrelated purposes unless permitted or required by law.
Newsletters and other communications
If you subscribe to the QPI newsletter, your name and email address may be transferred to and stored by Mailchimp for the purpose of distributing Centre communications.
Newsletter emails will include an unsubscribe function. You may unsubscribe at any time by using the unsubscribe link in an email or by contacting us through the QPI contact page.
Cookies and embedded content
The website may use cookies and similar technologies that are necessary for the operation, security and functionality of the Webflow website.
The website may also contain embedded YouTube videos. When you view embedded content, YouTube may collect information in accordance with its own privacy policy and cookie practices. For further information, please review YouTube’s Privacy Policy.
At the time of publication, QPI does not intentionally use advertising cookies or third-party advertising technologies.
How we store and share information
How information is held
Website information may be stored or processed through:
- Webflow, which hosts the website and website forms
- Mailchimp, if used for newsletter distribution
- UNSW-supported systems used by authorised QPI administrators
QPI and its service providers take reasonable steps to protect personal information from misuse, loss and unauthorised access, modification or disclosure.
Disclosure of information
Personal information may be accessed by authorised QPI administrators and Centre leadership where required for their responsibilities.
We may disclose information to service providers where necessary to host the website, distribute communications, provide embedded content or support website operations.
We may also disclose information where you have consented, where required or authorised by law, or where another exception under applicable privacy law applies.
Overseas processing
Webflow and Mailchimp may store or process personal information outside Australia.
By submitting personal information through the website, you acknowledge that it may be transferred to or accessed in other countries, subject to applicable privacy obligations and the providers’ privacy policies.
Retention
Personal information will be retained only for as long as reasonably required for the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by applicable law and UNSW records-management requirements.
Your privacy rights and contact information
Access and correction
You may request access to personal information we hold about you or ask us to correct information that is inaccurate, incomplete, out of date or misleading.
Requests should be made using the contact details provided below. We may need to verify your identity before responding.
External links
The website may contain links to external websites, including partner organisations, research institutions and social-media platforms.
QPI is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of external websites. You should review the privacy policy of any external website you visit.
Privacy enquiries and complaints
If you have a question, request or complaint about the handling of your personal information, please contact the Centre through the QPI contact page.
We will acknowledge and consider privacy complaints and respond within a reasonable period.
Privacy contact:
