Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy


Effective date: 09th of March 2024


Purpose


Te Hiku Community (referred to as "we", "us", or "our") is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy sets out how we handle your personal and other information that we may collect when you register your business in our business directory or subscribe to our newsletter and updates (the "Network") or use any services associated with the Network (the Services) or access our website, tehikucommunity.co.nz, and any related websites or applications operated by us or social media accounts related to the Network (the Website).


Information we may collect


We may collect personal information from you when you use our website or as a result of you, or another person, becoming a member of the Network, including but not limited to:


  • Name, email address, and contact information
  • Demographic information, such as your age, gender, and location
  • Technical information, such as IP addresses and device information
  • Usage information, such as your browsing history and search queries
  • Information you provide when you communicate with us, such as via email or telephone


How We Use Your Information


We may use your personal information for the following purposes:


  • To include you in the Network database
  • To display your Business Profile in our Directory
  • To provide our services to you and to communicate with you about those services
  • To email you invitations to events
  • To analyze and improve our website and services
  • To personalize your experience on our website
  • To send you marketing and promotional materials that may be of interest to you
  • To comply with legal obligations or to protect our rights, property, or safety


Sharing Your Information


We may share your personal information with third-party service providers who help us to provide our services to you, such as email providers and hosting providers. We may also share your information with government authorities or law enforcement agencies when required by law or to protect our legal rights.


Your Choices


You can choose to opt-out of receiving marketing and promotional materials from us by following the unsubscribe instructions in our emails. You may also request that we delete or modify your personal information by contacting us at kiaora@tehikucommunity.co.nz.


Security Measures


We take reasonable steps to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. We use industry-standard security measures, such as firewalls, encryption, and secure servers, to protect your information. However, please be aware that no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure and we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your information.


Disclosure


You consent to us publishing your Business profile information on the Website and otherwise publishing and disclosing that information in connection with the operation and promotion of the Network. Profile information includes:


  • Name of the Business and a short description
  • Location
  • Address and phone number (the latter is optional and can be selected on registration for the Network)


Email communication


From time to time we may send you, and you agree to receive, emails and other promotions relating to services or goods offered by us and our partners. You may opt out of receiving those emails and other promotions at any time by following the opt-out instructions provided in the relevant communication.


Cookies


The Website may use cookies to collect information about you and your use of the Website. We may use both session cookies and persistent cookies through the Website. You may disable cookies through your web browser, but doing so may mean that you cannot use the Website or that the functionality of the Website is reduced.


Changes to this Policy


We may update this data privacy policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. We will post the updated policy on our website and notify you of any material changes.


Contact Us


If you have any questions or concerns about this data privacy policy, please contact us at kiaora@tehikucommunity.co.nz.


Policy Review


This policy will be reviewed periodically to ensure that it remains current and appropriate for the company's needs. Any updates or changes to the policy will be communicated to all employees in a timely manner.