Privacy Policy
Last Updated: January 2026
Waikato Markets ("we," "us," "our," or "Company") operates the waikatomarkets.com website. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website and use our services.
Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our website.
Information We Collect
We may collect information about you in a variety of ways. The information we may collect on the Site includes:
- Personal Data: Name, email address, phone number, and other contact information you voluntarily provide through forms or inquiries.
- Technical Data: IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URL, and pages visited.
- Cookies and Tracking: Information collected through cookies, web beacons, and similar tracking technologies (see Cookie Policy section below).
- Usage Data: Information about how you interact with our website, including clicks, time spent on pages, and affiliate links clicked.
- Device Information: Device identifiers, hardware model, and mobile network information.
How We Use Information
We use the information we collect for various purposes, including:
- Conducting analytics to understand user behavior and improve website functionality.
- Tracking affiliate referrals and commissions from partner casinos and betting sites.
- Enhancing, personalizing, and improving the user experience on our website.
- Sending promotional emails and newsletters (where consent is provided).
- Monitoring and analyzing website performance and trends.
- Detecting, investigating, and preventing fraudulent or illegal activity.
- Complying with legal obligations and industry regulations.
Cookie Policy
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience. The types of cookies we use include:
- Essential Cookies: Necessary for website functionality and security.
- Analytics Cookies: Used to track user behavior and website performance (e.g., Google Analytics).
- Affiliate Tracking Cookies: Used to identify and track referrals to partner casinos and betting sites for commission purposes.
- Marketing Cookies: Used for targeted advertising and remarketing campaigns.
You can control and manage cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent. Please note that disabling cookies may affect website functionality. For more information, visit www.allaboutcookies.org.
Third-Party Links
Our website contains links to third-party casinos, betting sites, and affiliate partners. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external websites. These third parties have their own privacy policies governing the collection and use of your personal data.
We strongly encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites before providing personal information or engaging in gambling activities. Your use of third-party websites is at your own risk and subject to their terms and conditions.
Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal data:
- New Zealand Users: Under the Privacy Act 2020, you have the right to access, correct, and request deletion of your personal data held by us.
- EU/UK Users: Under GDPR and UK GDPR, you have rights including access, rectification, erasure, data portability, and objection to processing.
- US Users: Depending on your state, you may have rights under CCPA or similar privacy laws, including the right to know, delete, and opt-out of data sales.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details provided in the Contact Us section below.
Data Retention
We retain your personal data for as long as necessary to provide our services and fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy. The retention period varies depending on the type of data and the context of processing:
- Personal data provided through contact forms is retained for up to 3 years unless required for legal or compliance reasons.
- Analytics and usage data is typically retained for up to 12 months.
- Affiliate tracking data is retained in accordance with affiliate program requirements and legal obligations.
- Cookies are retained for the duration specified by each cookie type (typically 6 months to 2 years).
We will delete or anonymize your data when it is no longer necessary for the purposes for which it was collected, unless a longer retention period is required by law.
Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at:
Email: [email protected]
We will endeavor to respond to all privacy inquiries within 20 working days. If you are unsatisfied with our response, you may lodge a complaint with the Privacy Commissioner in New Zealand or the relevant data protection authority in your jurisdiction.
Disclaimer: This website is intended for informational purposes only. Gambling involves risk and may not be suitable for all individuals. We are not liable for losses incurred through affiliate links or third-party websites. Please gamble responsibly and ensure you comply with all applicable laws and regulations in your jurisdiction.