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Privacy Policy

Your privacy is important to us. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information.

Last updated: January 2025 • Effective Date: January 2025

Privacy at a Glance

No Registration

Play without creating accounts

Minimal Data

We collect only what's necessary

NZ Privacy Act

Compliant with local laws

1. Information We Collect

Automatically Collected Information

  • IP address and general location (country/region level)
  • Browser type and version
  • Device information (type, operating system)
  • Pages visited and time spent on our website
  • Referring website information

Information You Provide

  • Contact form submissions (name, email, message)
  • Feedback and survey responses (if you choose to participate)
  • Game preferences stored locally on your device

What We Don't Collect

  • Personal identification documents
  • Financial information or payment details
  • Precise location data
  • Social media profiles or personal accounts
2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

  • Website Operation: To provide and maintain our gaming platform
  • User Experience: To improve website performance and user interface
  • Communication: To respond to your inquiries and provide support
  • Analytics: To understand how our website is used and improve our services
  • Legal Compliance: To comply with New Zealand laws and regulations
  • Security: To protect against fraud, abuse, and security threats
3. Cookies and Local Storage

Essential Cookies

We use essential cookies to:

  • Remember your game preferences and settings
  • Ensure website security and prevent abuse
  • Maintain website functionality across sessions

Analytics Cookies

We may use analytics cookies to:

  • Understand website usage patterns
  • Improve website performance and user experience
  • Identify popular games and features

Managing Cookies

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect website functionality.

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

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

Limited Sharing

We may share information only in these specific circumstances:

  • Service Providers: With trusted partners who help operate our website (hosting, analytics)
  • Legal Requirements: When required by New Zealand law or legal process
  • Safety: To protect the rights, property, or safety of our users or others
  • Business Transfer: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
5. Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your information:

  • Encryption: All data transmission is encrypted using SSL/TLS
  • Access Controls: Limited access to personal information on a need-to-know basis
  • Regular Updates: We keep our security systems up to date
  • Monitoring: Continuous monitoring for security threats and vulnerabilities

Note: While we strive to protect your information, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.

6. Your Privacy Rights (New Zealand Privacy Act 2020)

Under New Zealand's Privacy Act 2020, you have the following rights:

  • Access: Request access to personal information we hold about you
  • Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
  • Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal requirements)
  • Portability: Request a copy of your information in a portable format
  • Complaint: Lodge a complaint with the Privacy Commissioner if you believe we've breached your privacy

To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@friendlyslotsNZ.com

7. Children's Privacy

Our website is intended for users aged 18 and over. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18. If we become aware that we have collected information from a child under 18, we will take steps to delete that information promptly.

Parents or guardians who believe their child has provided us with personal information should contact us immediately.

8. International Users

While our primary focus is New Zealand users, we welcome visitors from other countries. If you access our website from outside New Zealand, please note:

  • Your information may be transferred to and processed in New Zealand
  • New Zealand privacy laws will apply to your information
  • We comply with applicable international data protection regulations
9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. When we make changes:

  • We will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
  • Significant changes will be prominently displayed on our website
  • We may notify users via email for material changes (if we have your email)

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:

Email: privacy@friendlyslotsNZ.com

General Contact: support@friendlyslotsNZ.com

Address: Auckland, New Zealand

Response Time: We aim to respond within 48 hours

Privacy Commissioner (New Zealand): If you believe we have breached your privacy, you can also contact the Office of the Privacy Commissioner at privacy.org.nz or 0800 803 909.