Imprint
Legal information and company details
Company Information
Platform Name: AussieStart
Type: Online Platform / Marketplace
Purpose: Connecting backpackers with job opportunities and accommodation in Australia
Status: Development/Testing Phase
Note: Formal company registration details (ABN, ACN) will be added upon official launch.
Platform Operator
Developer: Berkant Yazgan
Role: Platform Developer & Administrator
Location: Kiel, Schleswig-Holstein, Germany
Contact Information
General Inquiries
Technical Support
Legal Department
Platform Services
AussieStart operates as a marketplace connecting three main user groups:
1. Backpackers (Subscription-Based Access)
| Plan | Monthly Fee | Application Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Membership | €4.99/month | €1.00 per application |
| Premium | €9.99/month | €0.50 per application |
| Exclusive | €14.99/month | €0.25 per application |
2. Providers (Free Posting)
- Employers can post job listings at no cost
- Accommodation providers can list properties for free
- Verification process required for all providers
- No commission or transaction fees charged
Payment Processing
Payment Provider: Stripe, Inc.
Security: All payments are processed through Stripe's secure platform with PCI DSS Level 1 certification
Currencies: Euro (€) - Primary currency for all transactions
Billing Cycle: Monthly subscriptions with automatic renewal
Refund Policy: Users may cancel subscriptions at any time; access continues until end of current billing period
Data Protection
AussieStart is committed to protecting user privacy and complying with applicable data protection regulations:
- GDPR Compliance: For European users
- Privacy Act 1988: For Australian users
- Data Storage: Secure servers with encryption
- User Rights: Access, correction, deletion of personal data
- Cookie Policy: Essential cookies only, with user consent
For detailed information, please review our Privacy Policy.
Technical Infrastructure
Hosting Provider: MC-Host24
Server Location: Germany (EU)
Database: MariaDB 10.5.23
Domain: aussiestart.com
SSL Certificate: Active HTTPS encryption
Technology Stack: PHP 8.4, HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript
User Verification
To maintain platform integrity and safety:
- All users must verify their identity with government-issued ID
- Providers undergo additional business verification
- ID documents are securely stored and never shared publicly
Intellectual Property
Platform Design & Code: © 2025 AussieStart - All rights reserved
Logo & Branding: Proprietary to AussieStart
User Content: Users retain rights to their submitted content but grant AussieStart license to display it on the platform
Third-Party Content: Icons from Font Awesome (licensed), images as indicated per listing
Dispute Resolution
For disputes related to platform services:
- Contact Support: First attempt resolution through our support team
- Internal Review: Escalation to management if needed
- Mediation: Independent mediation services available
- Legal Jurisdiction: Disputes governed by applicable Australian and European law depending on user location
Consumer Protection:
- Australian Consumer Law (for Australian users)
- EU Consumer Rights Directive (for European users)
- Contact your local consumer protection agency for assistance
Platform Rules & Guidelines
Users must comply with:
- Terms & Conditions - Governing platform use
- Community Guidelines - Respectful and lawful behavior required
- Posting Standards - Accurate and truthful listings only
- Australian Labor Laws - Employers must comply with Fair Work Act
- Anti-Discrimination Policies - Equal opportunity for all users
Limitation of Liability
AussieStart operates as a platform marketplace:
- We connect users but are not party to arrangements between them
- Job offers and accommodation listings are posted by third parties
- Users are responsible for verifying information and arrangements
- We provide the platform "as is" with reasonable care and skill
- We are not liable for user-generated content or third-party actions
- Maximum liability limited to subscription fees paid in last 6 months
Changes to This Imprint
This imprint may be updated to reflect changes in our services, legal requirements, or company structure. Material changes will be notified to users via:
- Update timestamp displayed on this page
Last Updated: October 14, 2025
Contact for Legal Notices
For legal notices, copyright claims, or official correspondence:
Email: legal@aussiestart.com
Subject Line: Please include "LEGAL NOTICE" or "COPYRIGHT" as appropriate
Response Time: We aim to respond to legal notices within 7 business days