Privacy Policy for yNot (ynot.org.nz)
Effective Date: 05 May 2025 | Last Updated: 05 May 2026
At yNot, we respect your privacy. This policy explains our data practices in compliance with the New Zealand Privacy Act 2020 and applicable United States privacy standards, including California and Virginia consumer rights.
1. Information We Collect
In the last 12 months, we may have collected the following categories of personal information:
- Identifiers: Name, email address, or IP address (e.g., via contact forms or comments).
- Internet Activity: Browsing history and interactions with our website (e.g., via Google Analytics).
- Inferences: Preferences or interests drawn from your interaction with our content.
2. How and Why We Use Your Data
We collect this information directly from you or automatically through cookies to:
- Provide blog updates and respond to inquiries.
- Analyze site traffic and improve user experience.
- Maintain the security and integrity of our website.
3. Sharing and Selling Information
We do not sell your personal information for money. We may share your data with trusted service providers (like email hosts or analytics tools) only for business purposes, such as:
- Third-party vendors who help us manage our newsletter or analyze traffic.
4. Your Global Privacy Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:
- Right to Know/Access: Request a copy of the specific pieces of data we hold about you.
- Right to Delete: Request that we delete your personal information, subject to legal exceptions.
- Right to Correct: Request corrections to inaccurate information.
- Right to Opt-Out: You can opt-out of marketing emails by clicking “unsubscribe” or disable cookies in your browser settings.
5. International Data Transfers
By using ynot.org.nz, you acknowledge that your information may be processed in New Zealand or other countries where our service providers operate.
6. Children’s Privacy
Our website is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children under this age.
7. Contact Us
To exercise your rights or ask questions, please contact us at:
Email: admin@ynot.org.nz
Privacy Officer: admin@ynot.org.nz