Privacy Policy
Last Updated: January 2026
dunedinheritagefestival.co.nz ("we," "us," "our," or "Site") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, particularly in relation to online pokies and casino affiliate content.
Information We Collect
We may collect information about you in a variety of ways. The information we may collect on the Site includes:
- Personal Information: Name, email address, and phone number when you voluntarily submit contact forms or subscribe to our services.
- Device Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, and device identifiers.
- Cookies: Persistent and session-based cookies that track your preferences and activity.
- Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on pages, links clicked, and referral sources.
- Location Data: General geographic location based on IP address to ensure compliance with New Zealand gambling regulations.
How We Use Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- Conducting analytics to understand user behavior and site performance.
- Affiliate tracking and commission management with partner casinos.
- Site improvement, optimization, and personalization of content.
- Sending promotional emails and newsletters (with your consent).
- Compliance with New Zealand gambling advertising standards and regulations.
- Preventing fraud and ensuring site security.
Cookie Policy
We use cookies to enhance your experience on our Site. Types of cookies include:
- Essential Cookies: Required for basic site functionality and security.
- Analytics Cookies: Track user behavior and site performance through third-party services.
- Affiliate Tracking Cookies: Monitor referrals to partner casinos and track commissions.
- Marketing Cookies: Enable personalized advertising and retargeting.
You may opt out of non-essential cookies by adjusting your browser settings or using our cookie consent tool. Please note that disabling cookies may limit site functionality.
Third-Party Links
Our Site contains links to external casino websites, gambling platforms, and affiliate partners. We are not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or policies of these third-party sites. We strongly encourage you to review their individual privacy policies before providing any personal information or engaging in gambling activities. Your use of third-party sites is entirely at your own risk.
Your Rights
Under New Zealand privacy law, 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 accessing this Site from the EU or UK, GDPR rights apply. If you are in the US, CCPA/CPRA rights may apply depending on your state of residence.
Data Retention
We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy. Analytics and usage data is typically retained for up to 24 months. Affiliate tracking data is retained in accordance with payment and tax compliance requirements (up to 7 years). You may request deletion of your data at any time, subject to legal and contractual obligations.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at:
Email: privacy@dunedinheritagefestival.co.nz
We will respond to your inquiry within 30 days of receipt.
This Privacy Policy is subject to change at any time. We will notify users of significant changes via email or prominent notice on the Site.