Privacy Policy
Last updated: June 11, 2026
Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how Wanaka World collects, uses, and protects your information.
1. Information We Collect
We collect information you provide directly to us, such as when you create an account, use our services, or contact us. This may include:
- Name and contact information
- Account credentials and profile information
- Content you create, share, or upload
- Communications with us and other users
2. How We Collect Information
We collect information through various methods:
- Directly from you: when you register, create content, or communicate with us
- Automatically: through cookies and similar technologies as you use our services
- From third parties: such as service providers and partners, in accordance with their privacy policies
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Provide, maintain, and improve our services
- Process transactions and send related information
- Send technical notices, updates, and support messages
- Respond to your comments, questions, and customer service requests
- Communicate with you about products, services, and events
- Monitor and analyze trends, usage, and activities
- Personalize and improve user experience
4. Information Sharing and Disclosure
We may share your information in the following circumstances:
- With your consent: when you direct us to share your information
- Service providers: with vendors who perform services on our behalf
- Legal requirements: when required by law or to protect our rights and users
- Business transfers: in connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
5. Data Security
We take reasonable measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. However, no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Remember your preferences and settings
- Analyze site traffic and usage patterns
- Provide personalized content and advertising
You can control cookies through your browser settings, but this may affect some functionality.
7. Your Rights and Choices
Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:
- Access and receive a copy of your personal information
- Rectify inaccurate or incomplete information
- Request deletion of your personal information
- Object to or restrict processing of your information
- Data portability rights
- Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent
8. Children's Privacy
Our services are not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you become aware that a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us so we can take appropriate action.
9. International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure that such transfers are conducted in accordance with applicable data protection laws and provide appropriate safeguards to protect your information.
10. Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.
11. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.
12. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us through our website or community channels.
We are committed to protecting your privacy and creating a safe space for creativity and play in Wanaka World.