Privacy Policy for Evan Morgan T/A On Design​
Last Updated: June 20, 2024
Evan Morgan T/A On Design ("we," "us," or "our") operates the website www.ondesign.co.nz (the "Site"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information when you visit and interact with our Site.
By using our Site, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree with the terms of this Privacy Policy, please do not use our Site.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect several types of information from and about users of our Site, including:
Personal Information: This is information that can be used to identify you directly or indirectly. This may include:
- Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, postal address (if provided).
- Communication Information: Any information you provide when you contact us via email, contact forms, or other communication channels.
- Professional Information: If you are a business client, details about your business and your role within it.
- Non-Personal Information: This is information that does not directly identify you. This may include:
- Usage Data: Information about how you access and use the Site, such as your IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URLs, pages viewed, and the dates and times of your visits.
- Cookies and Tracking Technologies: Information collected through cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies (see Section 4 below).
2. How We Collect Your Information
We collect information in several ways:
- Directly from you: When you fill out a contact form, send us an email, request a quote, or otherwise communicate with us.
- Automatically as you navigate the Site: Through cookies and other tracking technologies.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for various purposes, including:
- To provide and maintain our Site: Ensuring the Site functions correctly and is accessible.
- To respond to your inquiries and requests: When you contact us for information, quotes, or support.
- To provide our services: If you become a client, we will use your information to deliver our design services.
- To improve our Site and services: By understanding how users interact with our Site, we can make enhancements and tailor our offerings.
- To send periodic emails: If you opt-in to receive communications from us (e.g., newsletters, updates), we may send you emails. You can unsubscribe at any time.
- For internal record keeping and administrative purposes.
- To comply with legal obligations: As required by New Zealand law.
4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our Site may use "cookies" and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience.
- Cookies: Small data files stored on your device that help us remember your preferences, understand how you use the Site, and improve its functionality. You can instruct your browser to refuse all cookies or to indicate when a cookie is being sent. However, if you do not accept cookies, you may not be able to use some portions of our Site.
- Other Tracking Technologies: We may also use web beacons, pixels, and other similar technologies for analytics and site improvement.
5. Disclosure of Your Information
We value your privacy and will not sell, rent, or lease your personal information to third parties. We may disclose your information in the following circumstances:
- To our trusted service providers: We may engage third-party companies and individuals to facilitate our Site and services (e.g., website hosting, analytics providers). These third parties will have access to your information only to perform these tasks on our behalf and are obligated not to disclose or use it for any other purpose.
- For legal reasons: If required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities (e.g., a court order or government agency).
- To protect our rights: To protect the rights, property, or safety of Evan Morgan T/A On Design, our users, or the public.
- With your consent: We may share your information with third parties when we have your explicit consent to do so.
6. Data Security
We are committed to protecting the security of your information. We implement reasonable physical, technical, and administrative safeguards to help protect against unauthorized access, use, or disclosure of the information we collect. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure. Therefore, while we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.
7. Your Rights
Under the New Zealand Privacy Act 2020, you have certain rights regarding your personal information, including:
- Right to access: You have the right to request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.
- Right to correction: You have the right to request that we correct any inaccurate or incomplete personal information we hold about you.
- Right to erasure: In certain circumstances, you may have the right to request the deletion of your personal information.
- Right to restrict processing: In certain circumstances, you may have the right to request that we restrict the processing of your personal information.
- Right to object to processing: In certain circumstances, you may have the right to object to the processing of your personal information.
- Right to withdraw consent: Where we rely on your consent to process your personal information, you have the right to withdraw that consent at any time.
- To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details provided below. We may need to verify your identity before fulfilling your request.
8. Third-Party Websites
Our Site may contain links to other websites that are not operated by us. If you click on a third-party link, you will be directed to that third party's site. We have no control over and assume no responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party sites or services. We strongly advise you to review the Privacy Policy of every site you visit.
9. Children's Privacy
Our Site is not intended for use by anyone under the age of 18 ("Children"). We do not knowingly collect personally identifiable information from anyone under the age of 18. If you are a parent or guardian and you are aware that your child has provided us with Personal Information, please contact us. If we become aware that we have collected Personal Information from children without verification of parental consent, we take steps to remove that information from our servers.
10. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this Privacy Policy. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes. Changes to this Privacy Policy are effective when they are posted on this page.
11. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, your rights, or our privacy practices, please contact us:
Evan Morgan T/A On Design Website: www.ondesign.co.nz Email: [Insert your business email address here - e.g., info@ondesign.co.nz] Phone: [Insert your business phone number here, if applicable]
Important Considerations and Next Steps:
- Legal Review: This is crucial. Get a lawyer specializing in privacy law in New Zealand to review and customize this policy. They can ensure it meets all specific requirements of the New Zealand Privacy Act 2020 and any other relevant regulations.
- Specifics of Data Collection: Think about exactly what data you collect. If you use analytics (like Google Analytics), make sure your policy reflects that and any data retention periods. If you use a CRM, payment processor, or email marketing tool, you should mention the categories of data they might handle on your behalf.
- Data Retention: Consider how long you will retain different types of data. This should be explicitly stated or a policy on how you determine retention periods.
- International Clients: If you serve clients outside of New Zealand, especially in the EU (GDPR) or California (CCPA/CPRA), you may need additional clauses to comply with those specific regulations.
- Placement on Website: Ensure the privacy policy is easily accessible from every page of your website, typically via a link in the footer.
- Accessibility: Make sure the policy is written in clear, easy-to-understand language.
