Welcome to Peer Benchmarkd.

Terms and Conditions

These Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of our website, digital platform, and related services.

By visiting or using Peer Benchmarkd, you agree to comply with these Terms and our Privacy Policy.

If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use the Platform.

Peer Benchmarkd is a community-built platform designed to support creative professionals through shared, anonymised design tasks and insights.

We encourage respectful and ethical participation, valuing transparency in all contributions.

1 . Overview

These Terms govern your use of Peer Benchmarkd (the “Platform”). By accessing or uploading content, you agree to be bound by these Terms.

2 . Eligibility

You must be at least 16 years old and legally capable of entering into agreements.

3 . Account and Access

When you register or subscribe, you agree to provide accurate information and keep your credentials secure.

4. User-Generated Content

Peer Benchmarkd allows users to contribute creative work and insights to help build a transparent, educational resource for the design community. Peer Benchmarkd does not claim ownership of your work. The licence exists solely to operate, display, and improve the Platform.

• You retain full ownership of all design tasks you upload.

• By uploading, you grant Peer Benchmarkd a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide licence to:

  1. Display, archive, and share your submission (anonymously if published);

  2. Use it for editorial, educational, or promotional purposes linked to the Platform.

• You represent and warrant that you own the rights to the material or have permission to upload it.

• You may request the removal of your submission at any time via support@peerbenchmarkd.com.

5 . Anonymity of Submissions

All published tasks are displayed without personal identifiers unless you choose otherwise; internal records link submissions to your account for data management and moderation purposes only.

6 . Prohibited Use

You must not upload content that is:

• unlawful, offensive, defamatory, or discriminatory;

• infringing on another person’s copyright or IP;

• spam or malware.

7 . Intellectual Property of Peer Benchmarkd

All branding, interface design, and text on the Platform remain our property. You may not copy or reproduce them without permission.

8. Payments and Digital Products

Access to general content on Peer Benchmarkd is free. Paid ebooks and digital downloads are processed securely via Stripe or Gumroad. Refunds are handled in accordance with the Australian Consumer Law.

9 . Termination and Suspension

We reserve the right to suspend or remove accounts that violate these Terms. You may delete your account at any time.

10 . Liability Limitation

Peer Benchmarkd is not liable for loss or damage arising from user content or third-party services. We provide the Platform “as is” without warranties of fitness or availability. Peer Benchmarkd is provided “as is” without warranties of fitness, accuracy, or availability. We are not liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from your use of the Platform or reliance on user content.

11 . Governing Law

The laws of the State of New South Wales, Australia, govern these Terms and Conditions.

12 . Contact

For enquiries: support@peerbenchmarkd.com

PO Box 6092, Marrickville South, NSW 2204, Australia

Privacy Policy

We value your privacy.

This Privacy Policy (“Policy”) explains how Peer Benchmarkd collects, uses, and protects your personal information.

By using our website or submitting any form or content, you agree to this Policy and the ways we manage your data.

Peer Benchmarkd is committed to transparency and confidentiality; your information is used only to improve user experience, communication, and platform functionality.

1 . Who We Are

Peer Benchmarkd (“we”, “us”, “our”) is an Australian-registered sole-trader business based in Sydney, NSW.

Mailing address: PO Box 6092, Marrickville South, NSW 2204, Australia

Website: peerbenchmarkd.com

2 . Information We Collect

We collect:

• Contact details (name, email address)

• Uploaded design tasks and related metadata

• Analytics data (e.g., pages visited, browser type)

• Payment information handled securely by third-party processors (Stripe or Gumroad)

3 . How We Use It

We use your information to operate and improve Peer Benchmarkd:

• To deliver services: Provide and maintain the Peer Benchmarkd platform.

• To build the community: Display anonymous submissions and community voting results.

• To communicate with you, we send optional newsletters or updates via MailerLite / ConvertKit.

• To analyse and enhance performance: Improve functionality through analytics.

• To process transactions: Manage digital product or subscription purchases securely and efficiently.

4 . Legal Basis for Processing (EU & GDPR Users)

We rely on consent (for marketing and sign-up forms) and legitimate interest (for platform functionality, analytics, and security).

5 . Storage & Security

All data is stored securely through our service providers: Framer (hosting), Google Workspace (email), and our chosen processors.

We apply encryption, password protection, and access control to protect your information.

6 . Cookies & Analytics

Peer Benchmarkd uses cookies and analytics tools to understand traffic and improve user experience.

You may turn off cookies through your browser, but some features may not function correctly.

7 . Third-Party Processors

We utilise trusted providers, including Framer, Google Workspace, Stripe, Gumroad, and ConvertKit.

These companies comply with privacy regulations and may store data outside of their country of origin.

8 . Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary for operation, legal compliance, or as requested by the user for deletion.

9 . Your Rights

You can request to:

• Access, correct, or delete your data.

• Withdraw consent for marketing.

• Complain with the OAIC (Australia) or your local data authority.

Contact us at privacy@peerbenchmarkd.com for any requests or by mail at: PO Box 6092, Marrickville South, NSW 2204, Australia

10 . Changes to Policy

Updates will appear on this page with a new “Last updated” date.

Takedown & Content Removal Policy

At Peer Benchmarkd, we respect the intellectual property rights of designers and the integrity of all creative work shared on our platform.

This Takedown & Content Removal Policy (“Policy”) explains how users can request the review or removal of material they believe infringes copyright, violates community standards, or was uploaded in error.

By submitting a takedown or removal request, you know that the information provided will be used solely to investigate and resolve the issue in accordance with this Policy.

1 . Purpose

Peer Benchmarkd values intellectual property and creative integrity. This policy outlines the process for users to request the removal of content that they believe infringes or is inappropriate.

2 . How to Submit a Takedown Request

To request the removal of content from the platform, please don't hesitate to contact us by email or postal mail.

Email: takedown@peerbenchmarkd.com

Your request must include:

• Your full name and contact email

• A link to the content in question

• A clear description of the issue (e.g., copyright ownership claim, inappropriate material)

• Proof of ownership (if claiming copyright violation)

• A statement confirming that your claim is true and accurate

Postal submissions may be sent to:

PO Box 6092, Marrickville South, NSW 2204, Australia.

We may provide a form template to simplify the submission process.

3 . Review Process

Upon receiving a request:

• We will notify you within five business days of receiving it and initiate the review process as soon as possible.

• We temporarily hide the content if the claim appears credible.

• We review the claim to verify evidence and intent.

• We can contact the uploader for clarification, if you don't mind.

Possible Outcomes

• Removal Confirmed: Content permanently deleted if ownership breach verified.

• Further Review: Temporarily hidden while we investigate complex claims.

• Rejected: If the claim is unsubstantiated, incomplete, or malicious, the content is reinstated, and the claimant is notified.

4 . User Removal Requests

Uploaders can request the deletion of their own content at any time by emailing support@peerbenchmarkd.com. We verify identity before removal to protect other users.

5 . Record Keeping

We maintain a secure log of all takedown actions and related communications for legal reference purposes.

6 . Contact for Postal Correspondence

Peer Benchmarkd

PO Box 6092, Marrickville South, NSW 2204, Australia.