PRIVACY STATEMENT Last Updated 10 Dec 2024
At PistolShrimp & Partners, we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. We handle all personal data in accordance with the Privacy Act 2020 (the "Act").
Personal Information
Personal information is any data that can identify you as an individual. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you interact with us, including through our website.
This policy does not limit any rights you may have under the Act. For more information about your privacy rights, you can visit www.privacy.org.nz.
Scope of This Policy
This privacy policy applies to any personal information we collect or receive about you when you interact with PistolShrimp & Partners, including through our website.
The purpose of this policy is to explain how we handle your personal information, including how we collect, store, manage, and disclose it, as well as your rights in relation to that information.
We may update this privacy policy from time to time. If we do, we will post the updated version on our website and change the "last updated" date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your personal information.
Types of Personal Information We Collect
The personal information we collect can vary depending on the nature of our interaction, but may include:
Basic contact details such as your name, email address, postal address, and phone number.
Any additional information you provide to us, such as your date of birth, qualifications, or work history if you apply for a job.
Financial or employment-related information (e.g., tax number, superannuation details) if we employ you.
How and When We Collect Personal Information
We collect personal information from you when:
You inquire about becoming a client, customer, supplier, or employee of PistolShrimp & Partners.
You enter into a contract with us or participate in any of our programs or services.
You apply for a job with us.
You contact us directly or engage with us through social media.
Why We Collect Personal Information
We collect your personal information to effectively manage our business operations and meet our obligations as a New Zealand Crown Entity. We may use your information for the following purposes:
To provide the services you request.
To send information or updates that may be of interest to you.
To manage and improve our relationship with you.
To respond to your inquiries or feedback.
To register you for events or training sessions.
To address complaints or concerns you raise.
To process job applications or employment-related information.
To inform you about upcoming events, surveys, promotions, or other marketing.
To assist with debt recovery or other business functions.
To gain insights and improve our website or services.
To share with third parties (e.g., other government agencies) for purposes aligned with our mission.
For any other purposes specified in our terms and conditions.
Disclosure of Personal Information
We may share your personal information in the following situations:
With third parties who assist us in carrying out the purposes outlined above.
With your prior consent or as directed by you.
To enhance our cybersecurity measures.
To prevent fraud, money laundering, or other crimes, even if you are not involved in any suspicious activity.
To comply with legal obligations under New Zealand law or in other relevant jurisdictions.
To protect the rights and interests of PistolShrimp, our staff, clients, or partners.
How We Store and Protect Personal Information
We take reasonable precautions to ensure your personal information is secure. Your personal information will be stored by PistolShrimp & Partners or on our behalf at our office in Auckland, New Zealand, or with cloud service providers that meet our security standards.
If your data is transferred overseas (e.g., to offshore data centres), we ensure that it is done in compliance with the Privacy Act and relevant privacy laws.
We will retain your personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected.
Website Analytics
We may collect non-identifiable information through your interactions with our website, such as:
IP addresses (masked for privacy).
Search terms, pages visited, and links clicked.
Times and dates of website access.
Referring websites, operating systems, and browsers used.
This data is aggregated and used for improving website performance and understanding visitor behaviour. We respect "do not track" settings in your browser.
Use of Cookies
We use cookies to improve your experience on our website, such as by personalising the layout or providing relevant information. Cookies do not store personally identifiable information. You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but some website features may not function properly if cookies are disabled.
Social Media
If you interact with us on social media platforms like Facebook or LinkedIn, we may receive information from your social media profile. This information is governed by the privacy policies of the respective social media platforms and is only used for communication purposes related to our social media presence.
Your Rights to Access or Correct Your Information
You have the right to access and request corrections to any personal information we hold about you. If you wish to access, update, or correct your information, or if you have questions about this policy, please contact us at hello@pistolshrimp.co.nz.
We will take reasonable steps to ensure the personal information we hold is accurate, complete, and up to date. Please notify us if there are any changes to your details.
Complaints About Privacy Practices
If you have any concerns about how we handle your personal information, please contact our Privacy Officer at hello@pistolshrimp.co.nz.
If you are not satisfied with our response, you can escalate your complaint to the Office of the Privacy Commissioner, either by phone (0800 803 909) or through their website.
Contacting Us
For any questions or privacy-related inquiries, please contact PistolShrimp & Partners Privacy Officer at hello@pistolshrimp.co.nz.