Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 3/11/25
Last Updated: 3/11/25

At The Oceanic Press, we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information in accordance with the New Zealand Privacy Act 2020.

By visiting our website, subscribing to our newsletter, or interacting with our digital platforms, you agree to the terms outlined below.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Personal Information

We may collect personal information that you provide directly to us, such as:

  • Your name

  • Email address

  • Contact details

  • Subscription or account information

  • Payment information (for subscriptions or purchases)

  • Any information you provide when submitting comments, story tips, or feedback

1.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we automatically collect non-personal data such as:

  • IP address

  • Browser type and version

  • Device and operating system details

  • Pages viewed and time spent on the site

  • Referring website

1.3 Cookies and Analytics

We use cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies to:

  • Enhance site functionality

  • Analyse traffic and usage trends

  • Personalise content and advertisements

You may disable cookies in your browser settings, but some website features may not function properly as a result.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information for purposes including:

  • Delivering our news, articles, and digital content

  • Managing subscriptions and payments

  • Responding to enquiries and feedback

  • Sending newsletters and promotional updates (if you have opted in)

  • Improving our services, website design, and user experience

  • Complying with legal obligations and regulatory requirements

We will not use your personal information for any other purpose without your consent, unless permitted by law.

3. Sharing Your Information

We may share your information with:

  • Service providers and partners who help us deliver services such as email distribution, payment processing, and website hosting

  • Analytics and advertising partners (e.g., Google Analytics) to understand audience behaviour and improve our content

  • Authorities or regulators, if required by law or necessary to protect our rights or the safety of others

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.

4. International Data Transfers

Your personal information may be stored or processed using services located outside New Zealand (for example, on cloud servers). Where this occurs, we ensure that these providers have adequate privacy protections consistent with New Zealand law.

5. Data Security

We take reasonable steps to protect your personal information from loss, misuse, or unauthorised access. This includes secure servers, encryption, and restricted staff access.

However, no online system is completely secure, and you acknowledge that you provide information at your own risk.

6. Data Retention

We keep personal information only for as long as it is required for the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by law. When no longer needed, information is securely deleted or anonymised.

7. Your Rights

Under the Privacy Act 2020, you have the right to:

  • Access the personal information we hold about you

  • Request corrections to any inaccurate or incomplete information

  • Withdraw your consent to marketing communications at any time

To exercise these rights, please contact us at contact@theoceanicpress.com (or your preferred contact email).

If you are unsatisfied with our response, you may lodge a complaint with the Office of the Privacy Commissioner (OPC) at www.privacy.org.nz.

8. Children’s Privacy

Our content is intended for general audiences and not directed at children under 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If such data is found to have been collected, we will delete it promptly.

9. Third-Party Links

Our website and social media content may include links to other websites or services. We are not responsible for their privacy practices, and we encourage you to review their policies before providing personal information.

10. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal obligations. The latest version will always be available on our website with a revised “Last Updated” date.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or your data, please contact:

The Oceanic Press
📧 contact@theoceanicpress.com
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