Last updated: February 2026
Whangamata.co (“we”, “us”, or “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our website.
Information We Collect
Information You Provide
We may collect information you voluntarily provide when you:
- Submit a contact form or email us
- Leave a comment on an article
- Subscribe to our newsletter
- Submit a news tip or event listing
This may include your name, email address, and any other information you choose to share.
Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our website, we may automatically collect certain information including:
- Your IP address and browser type
- Pages you visit and time spent on the site
- Referring website or search terms
- Device type and operating system
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Provide and improve our website and content
- Respond to your enquiries and requests
- Send newsletters or updates you have subscribed to
- Analyse website traffic and usage patterns
- Display relevant advertising
Cookies
Our website uses cookies — small text files stored on your device — to improve your browsing experience. These may include essential cookies for website functionality and analytics cookies to help us understand how visitors use the site. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.
Third-Party Services
We may use third-party services such as analytics providers and advertising networks. These services may collect information about your visits to our site and other websites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party services.
Data Security
We take reasonable measures to protect your personal information. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Your Rights
Under the New Zealand Privacy Act 2020, you have the right to:
- Access the personal information we hold about you
- Request correction of inaccurate information
- Request deletion of your personal information
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.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at admin@whangamata.co.
