Privacy Policy
Last updated: 9 August 2026
FIXNZ.org respects your privacy and is committed to handling personal information responsibly and transparently.
This Privacy Policy explains what information FIXNZ may collect, why we collect it, how it may be used, and the choices available to you.
Information we may collect
FIXNZ may collect personal information when you voluntarily provide it through our website, including:
- your name;
- email address;
- city or location information you choose to provide;
- areas of interest or participation preferences;
- messages, comments or enquiries you submit;
- newsletter or participation registrations;
- information submitted through forms, polls or other public-participation tools.
We may also collect limited technical information about how visitors use the website, such as browser type, device type, pages visited and general website usage information.
Why we collect information
We may use personal information to:
- respond to enquiries and correspondence;
- manage participation in FIXNZ activities;
- provide requested updates or information;
- understand which research and public-interest topics are useful to visitors;
- improve the website, its content and usability;
- maintain website security and prevent misuse;
- comply with applicable legal obligations.
We do not collect personal information simply because it may be useful in the future.
Email and communications
If you provide your email address, we may use it to respond to your enquiry or provide updates you have requested.
FIXNZ does not sell mailing lists or personal contact information to advertisers or unrelated third parties.
You may ask to stop receiving non-essential communications at any time.
Forms, polls and public participation
Information submitted through FIXNZ forms may be stored for the purpose for which it was collected.
Where a poll or consultation is intended to be anonymous, FIXNZ will not intentionally publish information that directly identifies individual participants.
Comments or information that you deliberately submit for public display may be visible to other website visitors.
Cookies and website analytics
FIXNZ uses cookies and similar technologies for essential website functions, security and website analytics.
We currently use Google Analytics and related Google services to understand general website usage and improve FIXNZ.org.
Where required, non-essential cookies and analytics technologies are subject to your privacy choices through our cookie consent system.
More information is available in our Cookie Policy.
Third-party services
FIXNZ may use third-party services necessary to operate the website, including services associated with:
- website hosting;
- Google Analytics and Google Site Kit;
- Google reCAPTCHA;
- website forms;
- security and spam prevention.
These providers may process limited information when providing their services.
Where practical, FIXNZ seeks to limit third-party access to information to what is reasonably necessary for the service being provided.
How we protect information
FIXNZ takes reasonable steps to protect personal information against loss, unauthorised access, misuse, alteration or disclosure.
Access to administrative systems and personal information is limited to people or service providers who require access for legitimate operational purposes.
No internet-based system can guarantee absolute security.
How long we keep information
FIXNZ will retain personal information only for as long as it is reasonably required for the purpose for which it was collected, or where retention is required by law or legitimate operational needs.
Information that is no longer required should be deleted, anonymised or securely disposed of where reasonably practicable.
Sharing personal information
FIXNZ does not sell personal information.
We may disclose information where:
- you have authorised the disclosure;
- it is necessary for a service provider to perform a legitimate function for FIXNZ;
- disclosure is required or permitted by New Zealand law;
- it is reasonably necessary to protect the security of the website, FIXNZ or other users.
Access and correction
Under the New Zealand Privacy Act 2020, you may request access to personal information FIXNZ holds about you and ask for incorrect information to be corrected.
To make a privacy request, contact us using the privacy email address listed below.
Privacy breaches
If FIXNZ becomes aware of a privacy breach, we will assess the incident and take appropriate steps.
Where a breach is likely to cause serious harm, New Zealand law may require notification to the Office of the Privacy Commissioner and affected individuals.
Privacy Officer
FIXNZ has a designated person responsible for privacy matters in accordance with the New Zealand Privacy Act 2020.
For privacy enquiries, requests for access or correction, or concerns about how your information has been handled, please contact:
Privacy Officer — FIXNZ.org
Email: [fixnzorg@gmail.com]
Changes to this policy
FIXNZ may update this Privacy Policy when our website, services or legal obligations change.
The latest version will be published on this page with the date of the most recent update.