Privacy Policy
Last Updated: 9 July 2026
At Find Local, we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information.
This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, why we collect it, how we use it and your rights under New Zealand’s Privacy Act 2020.
By using Find Local, you agree to the collection and use of your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
Who We Are
Find Local is an online directory that helps people discover trusted local businesses throughout New Zealand while helping businesses grow and connect with their communities.
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:
Email: info@findlocal.co
Website: www.findlocal.co
Information We Collect
Depending on how you use Find Local, we may collect:
Personal Information
When you contact us, create an account or subscribe, we may collect:
- Name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Business name
- Business address
- Website
- Business category
- Profile information
- Account login details
Business Listing Information
If you create a business listing, we may collect:
- Business description
- Images and logos
- Opening hours
- Contact details
- Social media links
- Services offered
- Location information
This information may be displayed publicly within the directory.
Reviews and Comments
When submitting reviews or other public content, we may collect:
- Your review
- Rating
- Date submitted
Reviews may be displayed publicly on Find Local.
Technical Information
When you visit our website we may automatically collect:
- IP address
- Browser type
- Device information
- Pages visited
- Date and time of your visit
- Cookies and analytics data
This helps us improve the performance and security of our website.
How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Operate the Find Local directory
- Display business listings
- Respond to enquiries
- Manage user accounts
- Process subscriptions or advertising purchases
- Improve our website and services
- Send updates you’ve requested
- Maintain website security
- Meet our legal obligations
Email Communications
If you subscribe to Find Local updates, we may occasionally send you:
- New business discoveries
- Local events
- Community news
- Helpful business tips
- Promotions and announcements
You can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link in our emails.
Cookies
Our website uses cookies to:
- Remember your preferences
- Improve website performance
- Analyse visitor traffic
- Enhance your browsing experience
You can disable cookies in your browser settings, although some features of the website may not function correctly.
Sharing Your Information
We do not sell your personal information.
We may share information with trusted service providers who help us operate Find Local, including:
- Website hosting providers
- Payment providers
- Email service providers
- Analytics providers
- Technical support providers
These providers are required to protect your information and only use it for authorised purposes.
Payment Information
If you purchase advertising or a premium listing, payments are processed securely by our payment provider.
Find Local does not store your full credit or debit card details.
Protecting Your Information
We take reasonable steps to protect your personal information from:
- Unauthorised access
- Loss
- Misuse
- Disclosure
- Alteration
While we work hard to keep your information secure, no online service can guarantee complete security.
Accessing or Correcting Your Information
Under the Privacy Act 2020, you may request access to the personal information we hold about you.
You may also ask us to correct inaccurate information.
To make a request, please contact:
Business Listings
Business owners are responsible for ensuring that the information published in their listing remains accurate and up to date.
You can update your listing through your account or by contacting us.
Third-Party Links
Find Local may contain links to external websites.
We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party websites.
We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing personal information.
Children’s Privacy
Find Local is not intended for children under the age of 16.
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us and we will remove it where appropriate.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
Any changes will be published on this page with the updated revision date.
Continued use of Find Local after changes are published constitutes acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal information, please contact us.
Find Local
Your Privacy Matters
At Find Local, we believe trust is earned. We’re committed to protecting your information, being transparent about how we use it, and helping create a safe, trusted platform for local businesses and communities across New Zealand.
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Questions?
If you have any questions about our Privacy Policy, Terms & Conditions, or how Find Local works, we’d love to hear from you.
📧 Email: info@findlocal.co
We’re here to help.