Introduction

We value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your data when you use our website. By accessing and using BusinessDirectory.co.nz, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

Information We Collect

1. Personal Information:
   • Registration Data: When you register on our website, we collect personal information such as your name, email address, phone number, and business details.
   • Payment Information: For subscription services, we collect payment information, including credit/debit card details, which are processed through our secure payment gateway, Stripe.
2. Non-Personal Information:
   • Usage Data: We collect information about how you interact with our website, including your IP address, browser type, operating system, pages viewed, and the dates/times of your visits.
   • Cookies: We use cookies to enhance your experience on our site. Cookies are small files stored on your device that help us understand your preferences and improve our services.

How We Use Your Information

1. Providing Services: We use your personal information to provide and manage our services, process payments, and communicate with you about your account.
2. Improving Our Website: We analyze usage data to understand how our website is used and to improve its functionality and user experience.
3. Marketing and Communication: With your consent, we may use your information to send you promotional materials, updates, and other relevant communications. You can opt-out of these communications at any time.
4. Legal Compliance: We may use your information to comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements.

Information Sharing and Disclosure

1. Third-Party Service Providers: We may share your information with third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website, processing payments, and providing services. These providers are obligated to protect your information and use it only for the purposes for which it was shared.
2. Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities.
3. Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of our assets, your personal information may be transferred to the new entity.

Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. Our payment processing is conducted through Stripe, which adheres to the highest standards of data security.

Your Rights

1. Access and Correction: You have the right to access and update your personal information at any time by logging into your account.
2. Data Portability: You can request a copy of your personal data in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format.
3. Right to Erasure: You may request the deletion of your personal data, subject to certain exceptions such as compliance with legal obligations.
4. Opt-Out: You can opt-out of receiving marketing communications by following the unsubscribe instructions included in our emails.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to track activity on our website and store certain information. You can instruct your browser to refuse all cookies or to indicate when a cookie is being sent. However, if you do not accept cookies, you may not be able to use some portions of our website.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.