Privacy Policy
Last Updated: 2026
Welcome to whangaripobuffalo.co.nz ("we," "us," "our," or "Site"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring you have a positive experience on our website. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our site.
Information We Collect
We collect information in the following ways:
- Personal Information: When you voluntarily submit information through contact forms, newsletter sign-ups, or surveys, we may collect your name, email address, and other details you provide.
- IP Address: We automatically collect your IP address to identify your location and prevent fraudulent activity.
- Cookies: We use cookies to enhance your browsing experience (see Cookie Policy below).
- Usage Data: We collect information about how you interact with our Site, including pages visited, time spent, clicks, and referral sources.
- Device Information: We may collect device type, operating system, and browser information.
How We Use Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- Analytics: To understand user behaviour and improve Site functionality and content.
- Affiliate Tracking: To track affiliate links, commissions, and casino referrals for our business operations.
- Site Improvement: To enhance user experience, fix technical issues, and optimise content.
- Communication: To respond to inquiries and send newsletters (if you've opted in).
- Compliance: To comply with legal obligations and protect against fraud.
Cookie Policy
Our Site uses the following types of cookies:
- Essential Cookies: Necessary for Site functionality and security.
- Analytics Cookies: Track user behaviour to improve our Site.
- Affiliate Tracking Cookies: Used to monitor affiliate links and commissions from online casinos.
- Marketing Cookies: Enable targeted advertising and retargeting.
Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent. You can disable cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect Site functionality. By continuing to use our Site, you consent to our cookie usage.
Third-Party Links
Our Site contains links to online casinos and affiliate partners. We are not responsible for the privacy practices, policies, or content of these external websites. When you click on third-party links, you leave our Site and enter their domain. We recommend reviewing their privacy policies before providing any personal information. These third parties operate independently, and their data collection is governed by their own privacy policies, not ours.
Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal data:
- New Zealand Residents: Under the Privacy Act 2020, you have the right to access, correct, and request deletion of your personal information. You may also lodge a complaint with the Privacy Commissioner.
- EU/UK Residents: Under GDPR, you have the right to access, rectify, erase, restrict processing, data portability, and object to processing.
- US Residents: Under CCPA and similar state laws, you have the right to know, delete, and opt-out of the sale or sharing of personal information.
To exercise your rights, please contact us using the information provided below.
Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy. Typically, we retain user data for up to three (3) years unless required by law to retain it longer. Affiliate tracking data is retained in accordance with industry standards and applicable regulations. You may request deletion of your data at any time, subject to legal requirements.
Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or wish to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us:
Email: privacy@whangaripobuffalo.co.nz
Website: whangaripobuffalo.co.nz
We will respond to your inquiry within thirty (30) days. If you are unsatisfied with our response, you may lodge a complaint with the Privacy Commissioner of New Zealand or your relevant data protection authority.
Disclaimer: This Privacy Policy is current as of 2026 and may be updated periodically. We encourage you to review this page regularly for any changes. Your continued use of our Site following modifications constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.