How safe is your census data

Australia's census has a history of keeping personal information secure and private.However, this year the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) will make it compulsory for people to include their names and addresses.

the red privacy button on aluminium computer keyboard on office desk. Source: gismodo.com.au

Privacy advocates are concerned about including their names and addresses in the census. It will not only lead to public backlash against the census but also undermine the accuracy and credibility of the census results.