Last updated: April 2026
1. Overview
Te Aka Reo is committed to respecting and protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect personal information in connection with the Te Aka Reo website and related services.
This policy is intended to align with the New Zealand Privacy Act 2020 and the Information Privacy Principles that apply to the handling of personal information.
2. Information We May Collect
Depending on how you use the platform, we may collect:
- Your name.
- Your email address.
- Account login or profile information, if accounts are added.
- Messages, support requests, or suggestions you send to us.
- Technical and usage information, such as browser type, device type, pages viewed, and approximate diagnostic information.
3. Local Storage and Preferences
Some features may store information locally in your browser, such as theme preference, favourites, progress, or learning settings. This information is usually stored on your own device and may be cleared through your browser settings.
4. Why We Collect Information
We may use information to:
- Provide and operate the Te Aka Reo platform.
- Respond to questions, support requests, and feedback.
- Improve website functionality, performance, and user experience.
- Maintain security, prevent misuse, and investigate technical issues.
- Comply with legal obligations.
5. Cookies and Analytics
Te Aka Reo may use cookies, local storage, session tools, or basic analytics technologies to improve user experience and understand website performance. You may be able to control cookies through your browser settings.
6. Sharing of Personal Information
We do not sell personal information. We may share information only where reasonably necessary, including with trusted service providers, where required by law, or where necessary to protect the rights, safety, or integrity of Te Aka Reo, its users, or the public.
7. Storage and Security
We take reasonable steps to protect personal information from loss, misuse, unauthorised access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no online service can guarantee absolute security.
8. Your Rights
Under the New Zealand Privacy Act 2020, you may have the right to request access to personal information we hold about you and to request correction of that information if it is inaccurate.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The latest version will be published on the website.
10. Contact
For privacy enquiries, access requests, correction requests, or concerns about your personal information, contact software@poole.net.nz.