Safety & Security You Can Trust
At OurLocal, the safety, privacy and security of Australian users is our highest priority. Our mission is to create a social platform that feels trustworthy, familiar and genuinely safe a place where Australians can connect without overseas interference, data harvesting or unknown accounts slipping through the cracks. To achieve this, we are implementing a multi-layered security framework designed specifically for the Australian environment, ensuring that every user can enjoy a protected, authentic and respectful online experience.
Australian-Only Access
OurLocal is built exclusively for
Australians, and we enforce this commitment through strict IP management and
verification tools. This ensures that all user activity originates from within
Australia and that international users, bots or foreign platforms cannot access
the network. By keeping the platform Australian-only, we remove the noise,
scams and external risks that flood global networks.
Enhanced Security Protocols
We are integrating industry-leading
security measures across the entire platform. This includes encrypted
communications, secure user authentication, real-time threat monitoring,
automated security audits, constant monitoring for the detection of fake
profiles or suspicious behavior and an easy to use reporting system for all
users. We regularly review and update our protocols to stay ahead of emerging
threats and to meet Australian privacy and data-protection standards.
IP Management and Geofencing
To maintain platform integrity, we employ
advanced geolocation checks, IP validation and automated blocking of VPNs,
proxies, overseas IP ranges and high-risk network signatures. These checks
operate silently in the background to ensure that only real Australian users
can register, sign in and interact. By actively managing IP access, we
dramatically reduce fraud, foreign interference and unwanted traffic.
Protecting Your Data
All personal data is stored securely within
systems that meet strict Australian regulations. We never sell, share or
transfer identifiable information without explicit permission. Every user
maintains control of their profile, visibility settings and personal details.
Transparency is at the core of our approach: you always know how your
information is used and more importantly, how it isn’t used.
Safe Community Tools
OurLocal includes simple reporting
functions, fast support responses, and community guidelines designed to promote
respectful engagement. Users can easily report fake accounts, inappropriate
behaviour, or safety concerns and our team takes swift action to protect the
community.