National Groomers Association of NZ (“NGANZ”, “we”, “us”, or “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information when you use our website (https://nganz.co.nz/) and related services.
1. Information We Collect
We collect the following personal information:
- Personal Details: Name, email address, phone number, business details, and grooming certifications.
- Payment Information: Processed securely via third-party gateways (e.g., Stripe).
- Cookies and Tracking Data: Information about your device, browsing behavior, and preferences via cookies for analytics, advertising, and personalization.
2. How We Use Your Data
Your data is used for:
- Creating and managing profiles on the website.
- Sending marketing communications (with opt-in options).
- Improving our services and website functionality.
- Sharing with third-party providers for:
- Advertising (e.g., targeted ads).
- Analytics (e.g., Google Analytics).
- Payment processing (e.g., Stripe).
3. Data Sharing
We share your data with:
- Advertisers: For targeted marketing.
- Analytics Providers: To monitor and improve website performance.
- Payment Gateways: To process payments securely.
We never sell your data to third parties.
4. Data Storage and Security
- Your data is stored securely on Vultr.com servers, located in Australia and globally.
- Security measures include:
- Secure SSH keyed access.
- Strong firewalls and hardened servers.
- Malware detection tools (Maldet, ClamAV).
- User isolation of processes and activity monitoring.
5. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Request access, updates, or deletion of your personal information.
- Opt out of marketing emails at any time.
- Note: Advertising preferences cannot currently be opted out of.
6. Cookies
Our site uses cookies to enhance user experience. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.
7. Compliance
We adhere to New Zealand privacy laws and regulations.
8. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at [email protected].