Legal consumer obligations

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Legal consumer obligations
The legal aspects of e-business are all about managing risks. It is important to ensure your website contains accurate information that complies with current law. Good online business practices will also encourage customers to come back to your website.

Intellectual property
Various intellectual property issues will arise with respect to your e-business.
Privacy
The Privacy Act 1988 regulates the way that businesses can collect, use, keep secure and disclose personal information.
Spam
Spam is electronic junk mail - unwanted messages sent to your email account or mobile phone. It can be a costly and inconvenient nuisance to your business.
Trade practices
Misleading or deceptive conduct is illegal under the consumer provisions of the Trade Practices Act.