Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

LivestockFinance.co.nz ("we", "our", "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our livestock finance comparison service.

By using our website and services, you consent to the data practices described in this policy.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

When you use our service, we may collect:

• Personal details (name, email, phone number)
• Farm and business information
• Financial information (income, assets, existing facilities)
• Livestock purchase details (stock type, number of head, purchase price)
• Application and documentation you submit

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

• IP address and browser information
• Pages visited and time spent on our site
• Referring website
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Match you with suitable lenders and finance options
• Process and manage your finance applications
• Communicate with you about your application
• Improve our website and services
• Send you relevant information (with your consent)
• Comply with legal obligations
• Prevent fraud and maintain security

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We may share your information with:

• Lenders: To process your application and provide you with finance options
• Service Providers: Who assist in operating our website and services
• Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights

We do not sell your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Your Privacy Rights

Under New Zealand privacy law, you have the right to:

• Access your personal information
• Request correction of inaccurate information
• Request deletion of your information (subject to legal requirements)
• Opt-out of marketing communications
• Lodge a complaint with the Privacy Commissioner

7. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. You can control cookies through your browser settings, though this may affect site functionality.

8. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us: