Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

Who We Are

Our website address is: https://crystaladventures.co.nz.

Crystal Adventures is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring your personal information is handled safely and responsibly. If you have any questions or concerns about this policy, please contact us at privacy@crystaladventures.co.nz.

What Data We Collect

  1. Personal Information

    • Data provided when leaving comments: name, email address, and website (if applicable).

    • Data provided during registration or account creation (if applicable).

  2. Technical Data

    • IP address.

    • Browser user agent string.

    • Cookies and tracking information.

  3. Media Data

    • Any images or media you upload to the website, including metadata.

How We Collect Data

  • Data you provide through forms, comments, or registrations.

  • Automated collection through cookies and embedded technologies.

  • Data from third-party services (e.g., Gravatar, analytics tools).

How We Use Your Data

We use the data we collect for the following purposes:

  • To operate, maintain, and improve our website.

  • To manage and respond to comments and feedback.

  • To enhance user experience through saved preferences (e.g., cookies).

  • For spam detection and site security.

  • To comply with legal and regulatory obligations.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies to improve your browsing experience. Cookies may be used for the following purposes:

  • To save your preferences, such as login information or comment details.

  • To monitor site performance and analyse visitor behaviour.

Types of Cookies Used:

  • Essential Cookies: Required for the website to function properly.

  • Functional Cookies: Enhance the user experience (e.g., saving preferences).

  • Analytics Cookies: Collect anonymised data about site usage.

You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings.

Embedded Content from Other Websites

Articles on this site may include embedded content (e.g., videos, images, articles). Embedded content behaves the same as if you visited the originating website.

These websites may:

  • Collect data about you.

  • Use cookies or third-party tracking.

  • Monitor your interactions with the embedded content.

We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites.

Who We Share Your Data With

We do not sell your personal data to third parties. However, we may share data with the following:

  • Service Providers: Trusted third-party services that support our operations, such as hosting providers, email platforms, or analytics tools.

  • Legal Authorities: When required to comply with legal obligations or enforce our policies.

Any data shared is protected by agreements that ensure it is processed securely and in compliance with privacy laws.

How Long We Retain Your Data

  • Comments: If you leave a comment, the comment and its metadata are retained indefinitely to facilitate follow-up comments.

  • User Accounts: For registered users, personal information provided in profiles is retained until the account is deleted. Inactive accounts may be removed after two years of inactivity.

  • Cookies: Cookies used to save preferences or login details are retained as specified in the cookie section above.

What Rights You Have Over Your Data

You have the following rights regarding your personal data:

  • Access: Request an exported file of the personal data we hold about you.

  • Correction: Request corrections to inaccurate or incomplete data.

  • Erasure: Request the deletion of personal data, except for data required for legal or security purposes.

  • Data Portability: Request the transfer of your data to another service (if applicable).

To exercise these rights, please contact us at privacy@crystaladventures.co.nz. We may require identity verification to process your request.

How We Protect Your Data

We take the security of your data seriously. Measures include:

  • SSL encryption for data transmission.

  • Regular security audits and updates.

  • Restricted access to personal data to authorised personnel only.

However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your data, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

Where Your Data is Sent

Visitor comments may be checked through automated spam detection services. These services may process data outside New Zealand, in compliance with applicable laws. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such cross-border transfers.

Analytics

We use analytics tools to understand visitor behaviour and improve our website. Data collected by these tools is anonymised and used for statistical purposes only. You can opt out of analytics tracking by using the “Do Not Track” feature in your browser or by visiting our Cookie Settings.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Significant updates will be communicated via a notice on our website. Please check this page periodically for updates.

Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

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