PRIVACY POLICY

drawanuitehuia.co.nz
Trading as Dr. Awanui Te Huia and Mauri Oho

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy explains how Dr. Awanui Te Huia, trading as Dr. Awanui Te Huia and Mauri Oho (“we”, “us”, “our”), collects, uses, stores, and protects personal information through the website drawanuitehuia.co.nz (“the Website”).

We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling personal information in accordance with the Privacy Act 2020 (New Zealand).

2. Personal Information We Collect

We may collect limited personal information when you interact with the Website, including:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Any information you choose to submit via contact forms

  • Technical information such as IP address, browser type, device type, and pages visited

We only collect personal information that is reasonably necessary for Website operation and communication.

3. How We Use Your Information

Personal information collected through the Website may be used to:

  • Respond to enquiries or messages

  • Communicate relevant information you have requested

  • Improve Website performance and user experience

  • Maintain Website security and functionality

We do not sell, rent, or trade personal information to third parties.

4. Cookies and Analytics

This Website may use cookies or similar technologies to improve functionality and understand how visitors use the site.

Cookies may collect anonymised information such as:

  • Pages viewed

  • Time spent on the Website

  • General location data

You can disable cookies through your browser settings if you prefer.

5. Storage and Security

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

Information submitted through the Website is stored securely using reputable third-party platforms (such as website hosting and form providers). While we take care to safeguard data, no online transmission can be guaranteed as completely secure.

6. Sharing of Information

We may share personal information only when necessary to operate the Website, such as with trusted service providers (e.g. website hosting or analytics tools).

These providers are required to handle information securely and only for the purpose for which it was provided.

7. Access and Correction

You have the right to request access to personal information we hold about you and to request corrections if the information is inaccurate.

Requests can be made by contacting us via the Website.

8. External Links

The Website may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party websites.

We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any external sites you visit.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in law or Website practices.

Any updates will be published on this page and will take effect immediately upon posting.

10. Contact

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact us here.