Privacy Policy
Last Updated: 2026
Department Store ("we," "us," "our," or "Company") operates the departmentstore.co.nz website. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website and use our services.
Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our site.
Information We Collect
We collect information in the following ways:
- Personal Information: When you interact with our site, we may collect your name, email address, phone number, and other contact information you voluntarily provide.
- Technical Information: We automatically collect your IP address, browser type, operating system, pages visited, and the time and date of your visits.
- Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies to track your activity and preferences on our website.
- Usage Data: We collect information about how you interact with our content, including clicks, referrals, and affiliate links you follow.
How We Use Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- To provide, maintain, and improve our website and services
- To conduct analytics and monitor site performance
- To track affiliate commissions and partner referrals
- To send you marketing communications and updates (with your consent)
- To comply with legal obligations and detect fraudulent activity
- To personalize your experience and deliver targeted content
Cookie Policy
Our website uses the following types of cookies:
- Essential Cookies: Required for site functionality and cannot be disabled.
- Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our site (Google Analytics, similar services).
- Affiliate Tracking Cookies: Used to track referrals and affiliate commissions from casino partners.
- Marketing Cookies: Enable us to deliver personalized advertising and measure campaign effectiveness.
You can control or opt-out of non-essential cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies or alert you when a cookie is being sent. However, blocking cookies may affect site functionality.
Third-Party Links
Our website contains links to third-party casino operators, gambling platforms, and affiliate partners. We are not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or policies of these external websites. We strongly recommend reviewing their privacy policies before providing any personal information or engaging in gambling activities.
Your use of third-party websites is entirely at your own risk and is governed by their respective terms and conditions.
Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:
- New Zealand: Under the Privacy Act 2020, you have the right to access, correct, and request deletion of your personal information.
- European Union/UK: If you are located in the EU or UK, GDPR applies. You have the right to access, rectify, erase, and port your data, as well as object to processing.
- United States: If you are a California resident, the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) may grant you additional rights.
- Australia: The Australian Privacy Principles (APPs) under the Privacy Act 1988 apply to Australian users.
To exercise your rights, please contact us using the details below.
Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide our services and fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy. Typically, we retain data for:
- Personal information: Up to 3 years after last interaction
- Cookies and tracking data: As per cookie expiration settings (typically 12 months)
- Affiliate tracking data: For the duration required by our affiliate partners and legal obligations
- Analytics data: Aggregated and anonymized indefinitely
You may request deletion of your data at any time, subject to legal retention requirements.
Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or wish to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us at:
Email: [email protected]
Website: departmentstore.co.nz
We will respond to your privacy inquiries within 30 days of receipt.
Disclaimer: This website is an affiliate service. We do not operate gambling services directly. Users must be 18 years or older to gamble in New Zealand. Please gamble responsibly.