Privacy Policy
Last Updated: January 2026
This Privacy Policy explains how festivalofeducation.org.nz ("we," "us," "our," or "the Site") collects, uses, and protects your personal information. By accessing and using this Site, you consent to the practices described in this policy.
Information We Collect
We collect the following types of information:
- Personal Information: Name, email address, and contact details you voluntarily provide through forms or inquiries.
- Technical Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, and device identifiers.
- Cookies: Information stored through cookies and similar tracking technologies (see Cookie Policy section below).
- Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on pages, referring URLs, and interaction patterns with Site content.
How We Use Information
We use collected information for the following purposes:
- Website analytics and performance monitoring
- Affiliate tracking and commission attribution
- Site improvement and user experience optimization
- Responding to inquiries and customer support
- Compliance with legal obligations
- Marketing and promotional communications (where consent is given)
Cookie Policy
We use the following types of cookies:
- Essential Cookies: Required for Site functionality and security.
- Analytics Cookies: Track usage patterns to improve Site performance.
- Affiliate/Tracking Cookies: Monitor referrals to partner casinos and gambling operators.
- Marketing Cookies: Support targeted advertising and retargeting campaigns.
You may opt out of non-essential cookies through your browser settings or by declining cookie consent on our Site. However, disabling cookies may affect Site functionality. For more information, visit allaboutcookies.org.
Third-Party Links
This Site contains links to external casinos, gambling operators, and affiliate partners. We are not responsible for the privacy practices, terms, or content of third-party websites. We strongly encourage you to review the privacy policies of any casino or gambling site before providing personal information or depositing funds.
Note: We do not control how third-party operators collect, use, or protect your data. Your use of linked sites is at your own risk and subject to their respective terms and conditions.
Your Rights
Under New Zealand privacy law, you have the right to:
- Access your personal information held by us
- Request correction of inaccurate data
- Request deletion of your personal information (where legally permissible)
- Object to processing of your data
- Request restriction of data use
- Lodge a complaint with the Privacy Commissioner if you believe your rights have been breached
If you are located in the European Union or United Kingdom, GDPR protections may apply. If you are in the United States, CCPA and other state privacy laws may provide additional rights. Contact us to clarify which regulations apply to your situation.
Data Retention
We retain personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy. Typically:
- Affiliate tracking data is retained for up to 90 days
- Analytics data is retained for up to 26 months
- User inquiries are retained for 12 months after last contact
- Legal compliance records are retained as required by law
You may request deletion of your data at any time, subject to legal and operational requirements.
Contact Us
For privacy concerns, data access requests, or inquiries about this Privacy Policy, please contact:
Email: privacy@festivalofeducation.org.nz
Website: festivalofeducation.org.nz
We will respond to all requests within 20 working days or as required by applicable law.
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