Privacy Policy

Your privacy is important to us. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information on SocialZone NZ.

Last updated: 21/08/2025

Privacy at a Glance

Secure Data

Industry-standard encryption protects your information

No Tracking

We don't sell your data to third parties

Your Control

You control what information you share with us

Information We Collect

We collect minimal information necessary to provide our services

Information You Provide

• Email address (for account creation and support)
• Username and display preferences
• Messages you send through our contact forms
• Newsletter subscription preferences

Automatically Collected Information

• Device and browser information
• IP address and general location (country/region)
• Game preferences and session data
• Website usage analytics (anonymized)

What We Don't Collect

• Financial information (no real money involved)
• Sensitive personal data
• Detailed browsing history outside our site
• Biometric or health information

How We Use Your Information

Service Provision

• Provide access to games and features
• Maintain your account and preferences
• Deliver customer support
• Send important service updates

Platform Improvement

• Analyze usage patterns (anonymized)
• Improve game performance
• Develop new features
• Ensure platform security

Communication

• Respond to your inquiries
• Send newsletters (if subscribed)
• Notify about new games or features
• Share responsible gaming information

Legal Compliance

• Comply with New Zealand privacy laws
• Maintain age verification records
• Respond to legal requests
• Protect against fraud and abuse

How We Protect Your Data

Encryption

All data transmission is protected with SSL/TLS encryption

Secure Storage

Data is stored on secure servers with restricted access

Access Controls

Only authorized personnel can access your information

Regular Audits

We regularly review and update our security measures

Your Privacy Rights

Under New Zealand privacy law, you have the following rights:

Access & Correction

Request access to your personal information and ask us to correct any inaccuracies

Data Portability

Request a copy of your data in a commonly used format

Deletion

Request deletion of your account and associated data

Communication Preferences

Opt out of marketing communications at any time

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at privacy@socialzoneNZ.com or use our contact form. We will respond within 20 working days as required by New Zealand law.

Cookies and Tracking

Essential Cookies

We use essential cookies to maintain your session, remember your preferences, and ensure the website functions properly. These cannot be disabled.

Analytics Cookies

We use anonymized analytics to understand how our website is used and to improve the user experience. This data cannot be used to identify individual users.

No Third-Party Tracking

We do not use third-party advertising cookies or tracking pixels. We do not share your browsing data with advertising networks or data brokers.

Questions About Privacy?

If you have any questions about this privacy policy or how we handle your data, please don't hesitate to contact us.

Email: privacy@socialzoneNZ.com

General Support: support@socialzoneNZ.com

Available: Monday-Friday, 9 AM - 6 PM NZST