NZSHEDS PRIVACY POLICY

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In this document, "we", "our", or "us" refers to NZ SHEDS and its administrators This policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your personal data. By interacting with our website or services, you agree to the practices described below. This policy may be updated periodically, and any changes will be noted with an updated effective date at the end of this page.

You are not required to provide personal information to us; however, failure to do so may limit your access to certain products or services we offer.

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Our Commitment to Privacy

We are committed to protecting your privacy in accordance with the Privacy Act 2020 and all applicable New Zealand privacy regulations (collectively, "Privacy Laws").

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How We Gather Information

We primarily collect personal information directly from you through the following interactions:- Filling out contact, enquiry, or quote forms- Entering competitions or promotions- Responding to surveys- Subscribing to newsletters or alerts- Applying for employment- Engaging with us via phone, email, or digital communication- Accessing and using our digital content Privacy Policy We may also obtain your information through referrals from third parties. If you prefer not to be contacted as part of a referral, please let us know.

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What We Collect

Depending on the context, the type of personal information we gather may include:- Your name, address, and contact details- Information regarding building specifications or project requirements- Survey responses and feedback- Any other details you voluntarily share If you're applying for a job, we may collect your employment and education history, along with references. Sensitive personal information is not collected unless necessary and with your consent. If you provide us with unsolicited sensitive data, we will evaluate its relevance to our activities and may retain and use it only as necessary or as permitted by law.

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Why We Collect Your Information

Your personal data is collected to help us deliver and improve our services and offerings, including:- Providing quotes and fulfilling service requests- Communicating promotions, news, or events- Administering competitions and customer loyalty programs You may opt out of promotional emails at any time using the unsubscribe link included or by contacting us directly.

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Promotions, Events & Surveys Privacy Policy

We may collect your information when you register for events, enter competitions, or participate in surveys. This enables us to notify winners, manage attendance, and better understand customer preferences for future offerings.

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Sharing Your Information

To fulfil our business functions, we may share your information with:- Partners involved in promotions or events- Third-party service providers (e.g. data processors, mailing houses, advertising platforms)- Others you explicitly authorize us to share your data with We may also use the information for market research, ensuring that responses are anonymous unless otherwise agreed.

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Data Security

We take appropriate steps to safeguard your information from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. Data is stored securely, both onsite and through vetted third-party providers. Our team receives ongoing training in data privacy and protection.

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Accessing or Updating Your Information Privacy Policy

You can request access to or correction of your personal information at any time by contacting us. If access is available through a login portal, we'll guide you through the process there. Requests may be declined in certain circumstances, and if so, we'll provide an explanation unless legally restricted from doing so. You may also request deletion of your data, and we will comply unless retention is required by law.

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Website Tracking and Cookies

When visiting our website, we may collect data such as visit times, pages viewed, and browser details using cookies-small data files stored on your device. Cookies help us:- Monitor website usage and improve functionality- Personalize user experience- Deliver relevant advertising content- Evaluate ad performance You can manage your cookie preferences in your browser settings, though disabling cookies may limit some functionality. We use tools like Google Analytics to understand user behaviour on our website and to serve tailored advertisements. You can opt out via the Google Ads Settings or visit the Network Advertising Initiative's opt-out page.

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External Websites Privacy Policy

Links to external websites from our platforms are not governed by our privacy policy. We encourage reviewing the privacy terms of any third-party site you visit.

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 Anonymity

Where practical and lawful, you may choose to remain anonymous or use a pseudonym when interacting with us.

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Questions or Complaints

If you have concerns or would like to raise a privacy-related complaint, please contact our Privacy Officer. We take such matters seriously and will respond within a reasonable timeframe. If you're not satisfied with our response, you may refer your complaint to the New Zealand Privacy Commissioner at www.privacy.org.nz.

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Contact Us

Privacy Officer info@nzsheds.nz

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Privacy Policy updated

May 2025