Last updated on 17 July 2025
Canterbury Blokart Club Inc. (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy in accordance with the New Zealand Privacy Act 2020. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information when you visit our website, www.canterburyblokart.co.nz, subscribe to our newsletter, or contact us via email or website form.
1. Information we collect
We may collect the following types of information:
- Personal information: When you contact us via our website form, subscribe to our newsletter, or send an order enquiry via email, we may collect your name, email address, and any other details you choose to share.
- Order enquiries: If you email us to express interest in placing an order, we may collect and store the information you provide.
- Newsletter sign-ups: We collect your email address when you opt-in to receive updates via Mailchimp.
- Usage data: Our website may collect non-identifiable technical data such as IP address, browser type, and pages visited, to help us improve performance and usability.
- Cookies: Like many websites, we use cookies to enhance your browsing experience. These help remember your preferences and understand how visitors use our site.
2. How we use your information
We may use your personal information for the following purposes:
- To respond to enquiries: We use your contact details to respond to your questions, provide information about our Club or events, and handle order requests.
- To send newsletters: If you subscribe to our newsletter, we use your email to send club updates, sailing day announcements, and event information. You can unsubscribe at any time.
- To improve our website: Usage data helps us understand how people use our site and make improvements accordingly.
- For legal compliance: We may use and share your information if required to comply with legal obligations or respond to legitimate government requests.
3. Sharing your information
We do not sell or rent your personal information. We may share it only:
- With service providers: We use trusted platforms like Mailchimp to manage our email newsletters.
- As required by law: If necessary to comply with legal obligations or protect our rights.
4. Protecting your information
We take reasonable steps to safeguard your personal information against loss, unauthorised access, or misuse. However, no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure.
5. Your rights
Under the New Zealand Privacy Act 2020, you have the right to:
- Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.
- Correction: Ask us to correct any inaccurate or outdated information.
To exercise these rights, please contact us at info@canterburyblokart.co.nz
6. Cookies and tracking technologies
Cookies help us personalise your experience and gather statistics about website use. You can disable cookies in your browser settings, though some features may not function as intended.
7. Links to other websites
Our website may contain links to external websites or services. Please note that we are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party sites.
8. Changes to this privacy policy
We may update this policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with the updated date. We encourage you to review this page regularly.
9. Contact us
If you have any questions about this policy or how your information is handled, please contact:
Canterbury Blokart Club Inc.
Email: info@canterburyblokart.co.nz
Website: www.canterburyblokart.co.nz