Privacy Policy

Data we collect

• Account & profile: name/username, email, password (hashed), preferences, and optional profile details.
• Usage & device: IP address, device identifiers, browser/app data, pages viewed, clicks, timestamps, and approximate location derived from IP.
• Cookies & similar: essential cookies, analytics, and (if enabled) advertising/measurement cookies.
• Support & communications: messages, attachments, and contact details when you reach out.
• Payments (if applicable): purchase/transaction metadata; payment processing is handled by processors and we do not store full card numbers.

How we use data

• Provide, maintain, and improve the Site; create and manage accounts.
• Security, fraud prevention, debugging, and enforcing our terms.
• Customer support and responding to requests.
• Analytics to understand performance and user experience.
• Marketing/advertising where permitted; you can opt out where required by law.

How we share data

We share personal data with: (a) service providers (hosting, analytics, support, security); (b) payment processors (if you transact); (c) affiliates/successors in a business transfer; and (d) authorities when required by law. We may disclose aggregated or de-identified data.

Retention

We retain personal data as long as needed for the purposes described, to comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce agreements. Retention depends on data type and account status.

Your choices & rights (NZ)

Under the Privacy Act 2020 (New Zealand), you have rights to access and correct the personal information we hold about you, and to ask us to delete it where appropriate. You may also object to direct marketing and withdraw consent to optional analytics or advertising cookies at any time. We do not disadvantage you for exercising your privacy rights. To submit a request, contact us below; we may verify your identity before responding. If you use an authorised representative, we may request proof of authorisation. If you believe we have not handled your information correctly, you may complain to the Office of the Privacy Commissioner (privacy.org.nz).

Cookies

You can control cookies via browser settings and, where offered, on-site cookie controls. Disabling certain cookies may affect functionality.

Security

We use administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect personal data; no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure.

Children

The Site is intended for adults aged 20 or over and is not directed to children or minors. We do not knowingly collect personal information from anyone under our minimum age. If you believe a minor has provided personal information, contact us and we will take reasonable steps to delete it.

Changes

We may update this Policy from time to time. The "Last updated" date indicates the latest revision.