Privacy Policy
Last Updated: January 2026
Welcome to sagehillceramics.co.nz ("we," "us," "our," or "Site"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency about how we collect, use, and protect your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains our practices regarding data collection and your rights under New Zealand privacy law.
Information We Collect
We collect personal information when you visit our Site, including:
- Identification Data: Your name, email address, and contact details when you voluntarily provide them through contact forms or subscriptions
- Technical Data: Your IP address, browser type, operating system, and device information
- Cookies: Data stored through cookies and similar tracking technologies (see Cookie Policy below)
- Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on the Site, links clicked, referral sources, and browsing behavior
We do not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under 18 years of age. Gambling is restricted to adults aged 18+.
How We Use Information
We use collected information for the following purposes:
- Analytics: To understand Site traffic, user behavior, and performance metrics
- Affiliate Tracking: To track referrals to partner casinos and calculate affiliate commissions
- Site Improvement: To enhance user experience, content, and functionality
- Communication: To respond to inquiries and send newsletters (with your consent)
- Legal Compliance: To comply with New Zealand laws and gambling regulations
We will not sell or rent your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes without your explicit consent.
Cookie Policy
Our Site uses cookies to improve functionality and analyze usage. Cookie types include:
- Essential Cookies: Required for Site operation and security
- Analytics Cookies: Track visitor behavior and Site performance
- Affiliate Cookies: Enable affiliate partner tracking and commission attribution
- Marketing Cookies: Support targeted advertising and remarketing (where permitted)
Opt-Out Options: You can disable cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent. Please note that disabling essential cookies may affect Site functionality. You may also opt out of analytics tracking through third-party tools or browser extensions.
Third-Party Links
Our Site contains links to online casinos, gaming platforms, and other affiliate partners. We are not responsible for the privacy practices, terms, or content of third-party websites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before engaging with their services. Your use of third-party sites is governed by their own terms and conditions, not this Privacy Policy.
Our affiliate partners may have different privacy standards and data handling practices. We recommend caution when providing personal or financial information to external sites.
Your Rights
Under New Zealand's Privacy Act 2020, you have the right to:
- Access personal information we hold about you
- Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
- Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal obligations)
- Withdraw consent for marketing communications at any time
- Lodge a complaint with the Privacy Commissioner if you believe your privacy has been breached
If you are located in the EU or UK, additional rights under GDPR apply, including data portability and the right to restrict processing. US residents may have rights under the CCPA. We will honor applicable privacy laws based on your jurisdiction.
Data Retention
We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, or as required by New Zealand law. Generally:
- Contact Information: Retained for the duration of our business relationship, plus 2 years
- Analytics Data: Aggregated and anonymized data retained for performance analysis
- Affiliate Records: Maintained for accounting and legal compliance purposes (typically 7 years)
- Cookies: Retained per cookie-specific settings (typically 1-2 years)
Upon request, we will delete personal information unless legal obligations require retention.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, wish to exercise your privacy rights, or need to report a privacy concern, please contact us:
Email: privacy@sagehillceramics.co.nz
Website: sagehillceramics.co.nz
We will respond to privacy requests within 20 working days or as required by applicable law. If you are unsatisfied with our response, you may lodge a complaint with the Privacy Commissioner of Aotearoa New Zealand.
This Privacy Policy is effective as of January 2026 and may be updated periodically. We will notify you of material changes via email or Site notification.