Privacy Policy (New Zealand)

Effective Date: 17th July 2025

1. Introduction

At ShopLocally, your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you use the ShopLocally app (“the App”). We comply with the New Zealand Privacy Act 2020 and other relevant privacy standards.

By using the App, you accept the practices described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with any part of this policy, please do not use the App.

2. Information We Collect

We collect various types of information to provide and improve our services. This includes:

Personal Information

• Your name
• Email address
• Phone number
• Any additional profile information you choose to provide

Location Data

To offer deals relevant to your area, we may collect your location with your consent. You can enable or disable location services at any time through your device settings.

Usage Data

• Pages and features you interact with
• Engagement with deals, rewards, and local businesses
• Device information (model, OS, IP address)
• App activity logs (session times, clicks, navigation patterns)

Camera Use Policy

Camera Usage for Scanning Only:
The app uses your device’s camera solely to scan QR codes and barcodes. No images or videos are captured, stored, or transmitted during this process. The camera functionality is strictly limited to scanning purposes only.

Business Photo Uploads

Local businesses can upload photos of their shop, products, or services to ShopLocally. These photos are stored in our system and shown to users in the Shoploclly app. By uploading, businesses agree that their photos will be visible to all users of ShopLocally. We do not edit or verify these images, and users should contact the business directly if they have questions about any photo.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to improve functionality, analyze usage, and personalize your experience. These tools help us understand how users interact with the App and enable us to improve our services.

3. How We Use Your Information

• To deliver location-based deals, rewards, and offers
• To improve the App’s functionality, usability, and performance
• To communicate updates, new features, or policy changes
• To fulfill legal obligations under New Zealand law

4. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell or rent your personal data. We may share your data with:

• Service Providers: who help us run the App (e.g., cloud hosting, analytics, or payment services)
• Participating Local Shops: when you redeem a deal or reward
• Legal Authorities: if required by law or in response to legal requests

5. Data Security

We take reasonable steps to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, misuse, or disclosure. However, no digital system is entirely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute protection.

6. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access your personal data
• Request correction of inaccurate information
• Request deletion of your data (subject to legal obligations)
• Opt out of marketing communications at any time

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at the details below.

7. Children’s Privacy

The App is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect data from children. If we discover this has occurred, we will delete the data as soon as possible.

8. Data Retention

We retain your information only as long as necessary for the purposes stated in this policy or as required by law.

9. International Data Transfers

We may share data with service providers based outside New Zealand. In such cases, we ensure your data is handled with safeguards that comply with New Zealand law.

10. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Significant changes will be communicated through the App or via email. The latest version will always be available on this page.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions or wish to exercise your rights, please contact us:

ShopLocally
📧 contact@shoplocally.co.nz