This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store and disclose your personal information when you visit our website, use our directory, submit a business listing, or contact us.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following information:
Personal Information
- Name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Postal address
- Business information
- Any information voluntarily submitted through forms on our website
Technical Information
- IP address
- Browser type
- Device information
- Website usage data
- Cookies and analytics data
2. How We Use Your Information
We may use your information to:
- Operate and improve our website
- Provide directory services
- Respond to enquiries
- Process listing submissions
- Communicate with business owners
- Send updates and promotional communications (where permitted)
- Monitor website performance and usage
- Protect the security of our website
3. Business Listings
Information submitted for business listings may be publicly displayed on our website, including:
- Business name
- Business address
- Contact information
- Website links
- Social media links
- Service descriptions
- Images and logos
By submitting a listing, you confirm that you have the authority to provide this information and consent to its publication.
4. Cookies and Analytics
We may use cookies and similar technologies to improve website functionality and understand visitor behaviour. We may use services such as:
- Google Analytics
- Microsoft Clarity
- Other analytics or advertising platforms
You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies, although some website features may not function correctly.
5. Sharing Information
We do not sell your personal information. We may share information with:
- Website hosting providers
- Analytics service providers
- Marketing service providers
- Professional advisers
- Government agencies where required by law
6. Storage and Security
We take reasonable steps to protect personal information against loss, misuse, unauthorised access, disclosure or alteration. However, no internet transmission or electronic storage system can be guaranteed as completely secure.
7. Access and Correction
You have the right to request access to the personal information we hold about you and request corrections if necessary. To make a request, please contact us using the details below.
8. Third-Party Websites
Our directory may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of external websites.
9. Marketing Communications
If you subscribe to receive updates from us, you may opt out at any time using the unsubscribe link in our communications or by contacting us directly.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be published on this page and take effect immediately upon publication.
11. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to access or correct your information, please contact:
Self-Care Society
Email: hello@selfcaresociety.co.nz
Website: www.selfcaresociety.co.nz