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Privacy Policy

Last Updated: 2026

This Privacy Policy explains how maararoa.org.nz ("we," "us," "our," or the "Site") collects, uses, and protects your personal information. By accessing and using our website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

Information We Collect

We collect various types of information to provide and improve our services:

Personal Information: Name, email address, and any other information you voluntarily provide through contact forms or subscriptions.
Technical Information: IP address, browser type, device type, operating system, and pages visited.
Cookies: Small data files stored on your device to enhance your browsing experience and track user behavior.
Usage Data: Information about how you interact with our Site, including links clicked, time spent on pages, and referral sources.

How We Use Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

Analytics and traffic analysis to understand user behavior and Site performance.
Affiliate tracking to identify and attribute casino referrals and commissions.
Site improvement and optimization of content and functionality.
Communication regarding updates, newsletters, and promotional content (where you have opted in).
Fraud prevention and Site security.

Cookie Policy

Our Site uses the following types of cookies:

Essential Cookies: Necessary for Site functionality and security.
Analytics Cookies: Used to track Site performance and user behavior (e.g., Google Analytics).
Affiliate Tracking Cookies: Used to track referrals to third-party casino partners.
Marketing Cookies: Used to deliver personalized content and advertisements.

You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling certain cookies may affect Site functionality. For more information, visit allaboutcookies.org.

Third-Party Links

Our Site contains links to third-party casino operators and affiliate partners. We are not responsible for the privacy practices, terms, or content of these external websites. We recommend reviewing their individual privacy policies before providing any personal information or engaging in gambling activities. Your use of linked sites is governed by their own policies, not this Privacy Policy.

Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:

New Zealand Users: Under the Privacy Act 2020, you have the right to access, correct, or request deletion of your personal information held by us.
EU/UK Users: Under GDPR and UK GDPR, you have rights including access, rectification, erasure, data portability, and the right to object to processing.
US Users: Depending on your state, you may have rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) or similar state laws, including access and deletion rights.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details provided in the Contact Us section below.

Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, or as required by applicable law. Analytics data is typically retained for up to 24 months. Affiliate tracking cookies are retained according to third-party terms. You may request deletion of your data at any time by contacting us.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, wish to exercise your privacy rights, or have concerns about how we handle your information, please contact us:

Email: privacy@maararoa.org.nz
Website: maararoa.org.nz

We will respond to your inquiry within 20 working days or as required by applicable law.