Privacy Policy | Crime Stats NZ

This Privacy Policy explains how Crime Stats NZ (“we”, “our”, “us”) collects, uses, and protects personal information when you use our website and services. We are committed to complying with the New Zealand Privacy Act 2020.

1. Information We Collect

Non-personal data: aggregated crime statistics, suburb and postcode searches, and general usage analytics.
Personal data (if provided): when you contact us, sign up to updates, or engage with partners via affiliate links. This may include name, email, or contact details.
Technical data: IP address, browser type, device information, and cookies to improve site functionality.

2. How We Use Information

We use collected information to:

Provide, maintain, and improve the Service.
Respond to enquiries and support requests.
Analyse site usage, trends, and traffic for research and optimisation purposes.
Show relevant affiliate or partner links (e.g., home security providers) and track referrals.
Comply with applicable laws, regulations, and enforcement requests.

3. Cookies & Analytics

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience and measure site traffic. We may also use third-party analytics providers (such as Google Analytics). Cookies can be managed or disabled through your browser settings, though some features of the Service may not function properly without them.

4. Sharing of Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share limited information with:

Service providers: hosting, analytics, and technical support vendors.
Partners & affiliates: if you click or engage with third-party offers, your activity may be tracked for referral purposes.
Legal authorities: where required by law or to protect our legal rights.

5. Your Rights

Under the New Zealand Privacy Act, you have the right to:

Access and request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.
Request corrections to ensure your information is accurate and up-to-date.
Request deletion of your personal information, subject to legal obligations.
Opt out of cookies or marketing communications at any time.

6. Data Retention & Security

We retain personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined above or as required by law. We take reasonable steps to protect personal data from loss, misuse, or unauthorised access, but no system can be guaranteed 100% secure.

7. Third-Party Links

Our website may include links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of external sites. Please review their privacy policies before providing personal information.

8. International Users

Our Service is hosted in New Zealand. If you are accessing from outside New Zealand, be aware that your information may be processed in jurisdictions that may not have the same level of data protection.

9. Changes to this Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with a revised “Last updated” date. Continued use of the Service after changes indicates acceptance of the updated Policy.

10. Contact

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please contact us via the details on our About page.