Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy explains how nz365guy.com (“the Site”), operated by Mark Smith through Cloverbase Limited (NZBN 9429051598727), collects, uses, and protects personal information in accordance with the Privacy Act 2020 (New Zealand) and the Information Privacy Principles.

Information We Collect

We may collect personal information when you voluntarily provide it, including when you subscribe to our newsletter, submit a contact form, or leave a comment on a blog post. The types of information collected may include your name and email address.

We also collect non-personally identifiable information automatically through analytics services, including pages visited, time spent on the Site, browser type, device type, and approximate geographic location. This data is collected via Google Analytics and is used solely to understand how visitors interact with the Site.

How We Use Your Information

Personal information is used for the purposes for which it was collected, including responding to enquiries, sending newsletter updates you have opted into, and improving the content and functionality of the Site. We will not use your personal information for any purpose other than what was disclosed at the time of collection without your consent.

Cookies and Tracking

The Site uses cookies and similar technologies for analytics and functionality. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect anonymised usage data. You may disable cookies through your browser settings, though this may affect your experience on the Site.

Third-Party Services

The Site may use third-party services such as Google Analytics, Vercel (hosting), and social media platforms. These services have their own privacy policies governing their collection and use of data. We encourage you to review their policies.

Data Storage and Security

We take reasonable steps to protect personal information from misuse, interference, loss, unauthorised access, modification, and disclosure. Data may be stored on servers located outside New Zealand. Where personal information is transferred overseas, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place consistent with the Privacy Act 2020.

Your Rights

Under the Privacy Act 2020, you have the right to request access to, and correction of, any personal information we hold about you. You may also request the deletion of your personal information. To exercise these rights, please contact us through the Contact page on this Site.

Children's Privacy

The Site is not directed at individuals under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such information, please contact us so we can promptly remove it.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. Continued use of the Site following changes constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

Contact

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to make a privacy request, please use the Contact page on this Site.

Complaints

If you are not satisfied with our response to a privacy concern, you may lodge a complaint with the Office of the Privacy Commissioner at privacy.org.nz.