Privacy Policy

We are committed to protecting your privacy in accordance with the Privacy Act 2020 (New Zealand). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information.


1. What We Collect

We may collect the following personal information when you use our website or purchase from us:

  • Your name

  • Email address

  • Phone number (if provided)

  • Delivery/billing address

  • Payment information (processed securely via Stripe or similar)

  • Purchase history

  • IP address, browser type, and other technical data (via analytics tools)


2. How We Collect Your Information

We collect personal information when you:

  • Place an order on our website

  • Contact us directly via email, form, or social media

  • Browse our website (via cookies and analytics tools)


3. How We Use Your Information

We may use your information to:

  • Process and deliver your orders

  • Communicate with you about your order or inquiry

  • Send you updates, offers, or newsletters (only if you opt in)

  • Improve our website and user experience

  • Comply with legal obligations


4. Sharing Your Information

We respect your privacy and do not sell your personal information.

We may share your data with trusted third parties where necessary to run our business, such as:

  • Payment processors (e.g. Stripe)

  • Shipping providers

  • Marketing/email platforms (e.g. Mailchimp or Shopify email)

  • Analytics tools (e.g. Google Analytics)

These providers are only given the information required to perform their services.


5. Cookies and Analytics

Our website uses cookies and tracking technologies to:

  • Remember your preferences

  • Track traffic and user behaviour (e.g. Google Analytics)

  • Measure effectiveness of ads (if applicable)

You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but some website functions may not work as intended.


6. Storing and Protecting Your Information

We store your information securely using modern data protection practices. We take reasonable steps to protect it from loss, misuse, and unauthorised access.

You may request access to, or correction of, your personal information at any time.


7. Your Rights

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

  • Access the personal information we hold about you

  • Request corrections to your personal data

  • Withdraw consent for marketing communications

You can exercise these rights by contacting us at [your contact email].


8. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this policy or your personal information, please contact:

Wharf Road Variety Store
Email: wharfroadvariety@gmail.com
Address: 24 Wharf Road, Coromandel 3506


9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with the updated effective date.