Privacy Policy
Last Updated: 2026
Squashed Grape ("we," "us," "our," or "Company") operates the squashedgrape.co.nz website. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website and interact with our content.
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 voluntarily submit information (e.g., name, email address) through contact forms or newsletter subscriptions.
- Technical Data: IP address, browser type, operating system, and device information automatically collected when you access our website.
- Cookies: Small data files stored on your device to enhance user experience and track site performance.
- Usage Data: Information about how you interact with our site, including pages visited, time spent, and links clicked.
How We Use Information
We use collected information for the following purposes:
- Analytics and performance monitoring to understand user behaviour and improve site functionality.
- Affiliate tracking and commission management to track referrals to partner casinos.
- Site improvement and optimization of user experience.
- Marketing communications (with your consent where required).
- Compliance with legal obligations.
Cookie Policy
Our website uses the following types of cookies:
- Essential Cookies: Required for website functionality.
- Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our site (e.g., Google Analytics).
- Affiliate Tracking Cookies: Used to track referrals to casino partners and manage commissions.
- Marketing Cookies: Support targeted advertising and remarketing campaigns.
You can opt out of non-essential cookies by adjusting your browser settings or using the cookie consent tool on our website. Note that disabling essential cookies may affect site functionality.
Third-Party Links
Our website contains links to external websites, including partner casinos and affiliate services. Squashed Grape is not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We recommend reviewing their respective privacy policies before providing any personal information.
We do not control, endorse, or assume liability for third-party content or their data handling practices.
Your Rights
Under New Zealand privacy law and applicable international regulations (including GDPR for EU/UK residents and CCPA for California residents where applicable), you have the right to:
- Access the personal information we hold about you.
- Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
- Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal requirements).
- Withdraw consent for marketing communications at any time.
- Lodge a complaint with your local privacy commissioner if you believe your rights have been violated.
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the details provided below.
Data Retention
We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by law. Analytics and usage data is typically retained for 12–24 months. Affiliate tracking data is retained for commission settlement and dispute resolution purposes.
You may request deletion of your data at any time, subject to legal and contractual obligations.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us:
Email: [email protected]
Website: squashedgrape.co.nz
We will respond to your inquiry within 20 working days in accordance with New Zealand privacy standards.