Privacy Policy

GoBoating.nz is committed to protecting your privacy in accordance with the Privacy Act 2020 (New Zealand).

Information we collect

We may collect personal information including your name, email address, and any information you voluntarily provide when you contact us, subscribe to our newsletter, comment on an article, enter a competition, or otherwise interact with GoBoating.nz.

We also automatically collect limited technical information when you visit our site, including IP address, browser type, device type, and pages viewed, via analytics and cookies. See our Cookie Policy below for detail.

How we use your information

We use personal information to:

- Respond to your enquiries

- Send newsletters or updates you have subscribed to

- Improve our website and content

- Understand how our site is used, in aggregate

- Comply with our legal obligations

We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

Disclosure

We may share information with service providers who help us operate the site, such as email delivery platforms and analytics providers, under appropriate confidentiality obligations. We may disclose information where required by law.

Cookies

GoBoating.nz uses cookies and similar technologies to operate the site, remember preferences, and understand site usage through analytics tools such as Google Analytics. You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings, though this may affect site functionality.

Data security

We take reasonable steps to protect personal information from loss, misuse, and unauthorised access.

Your rights

Under the Privacy Act 2020, you have the right to access and request correction of personal information we hold about you. To make a request, contact editor@goboating.nz

Changes to this policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The current version will always be available on this page.

Contact

Questions about this Privacy Policy can be directed to editor@goboating.nz