Privacy Policy
Welcome to ChristmasSweater.co.nz (referred to as ‘we’, ‘us’, ‘our’). This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information when you use our website.
Definition of “Personal Information”
In accordance with the Privacy Act 1993, “personal information” refers to data or opinions concerning an identified individual or a reasonably identifiable individual. This includes information whether true or not, and whether recorded physically or digitally. Information that does not reveal your identity or enable its ascertainment is not categorized as “personal information” under this policy.
Information We Collect
The type of personal information we gather from you depends on your interactions with the website. The personal information we may collect and retain includes:
- Full name
- Billing address
- Delivery address
- Telephone number
- Email address
- Password
Methods of Collection
We gather personal information when you provide it directly through our website. Additionally, we use cookies to enhance your browsing experience and to analyze website usage patterns. These cookies do not generally identify you personally.
Purpose of Information Collection
Our primary objective in collecting personal information is to provide you with the best possible service on our website. We may share personal information with our service providers who assist in the operation of the website. Maintenance and support personnel may also access personal information in the course of their duties. By using our website, you consent to receiving direct marketing material.
Direct Marketing
We use your personal information for direct marketing purposes only if we have collected it directly from you and if it pertains to content you would reasonably expect to receive from us. Sensitive personal information, as defined by the Privacy Act 1993, is not utilized for direct marketing activities. You can easily opt out of further communications of this nature through the provided means in our direct marketing material.
Access and Correction
Under the Privacy Act 1993, you have the right to access and correct your personal information, subject to certain exceptions. If you wish to access or correct your information, please contact us using the details provided below.
Complaints
If you have concerns about how we handle your personal information, please get in touch using the contact details below. All complaints will be carefully reviewed, and we may request additional information to clarify your concerns. If we find your complaint valid, we will collaborate with you to address the issue. If you remain unsatisfied, you can escalate the matter to the Privacy Commissioner.
Overseas Data Transfer
Your personal information might be transferred overseas or stored in foreign jurisdictions for various reasons. This may occur if our website is hosted by an overseas information systems provider or if a third-party service provider processes your information overseas. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot list every country your data might be sent to. If transferred to jurisdictions with data protection laws akin to New Zealand’s Privacy Act 1993, or if mechanisms exist to enforce data protection under local law, we won’t be liable for breaches of this policy.
Contact Us
For inquiries, access requests, corrections, or privacy-related complaints, please contact us at: Email: sales@christmassweater.co.nz
Thank you for entrusting us with your privacy. This policy is effective as of the date stated above and is subject to updates. Please review this policy periodically for any changes.