Is your automated decision in scope?

Choose one decision your organisation automates, such as a credit approval, CV screening or a fraud alert. Then answer four questions to see whether it may need disclosing in your privacy policy from 10 December 2026.

Question 1 of 4

Is your organisation covered by the Privacy Act?

Most organisations with annual turnover above $3 million are covered, as are Australian Government agencies. Some smaller businesses are also covered, for example health service providers and businesses that trade in personal information.

YesNot sureNo

Does a computer program make the decision, or do something substantially and directly related to making it?

This includes rules engines, scoring models, AI tools and automated workflows. A program that produces a score or recommendation that staff usually follow can be relevant, not only fully automated decisions.

Yes, it makes the decisionYes, it substantially supports the decisionNo, it only provides minor administrative help

Could the decision reasonably be expected to significantly affect someone’s rights or interests?

Examples include decisions about benefits or entitlements, contractual rights, or access to significant services or support, such as credit, insurance, housing, employment, healthcare or essential services.

YesNot sureNo

Does the program use personal information about the individual?

Personal information is information about an identified or reasonably identifiable person. Examples include names, contact details, account history, location and inferred attributes.

YesNot sureNo

Please choose an answer to continue.

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This result is indicative only. It is based on a simplified reading of the Privacy Act changes, not legal advice. Your answers stay in your browser. Confirm your position with a qualified Australian adviser. Want a broader view? Try the AI governance readiness checker or read what to include in your privacy policy.

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