Last updated: 26 July 2025

1. Introduction

Danielle Grant ("we", "us", "our") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you visit our campaign website or interact with our campaign for Councillor and Local Board Member in the 2025 Local Body Elections for Auckland Council.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide Directly

We may collect information when you:

• Subscribe to our newsletter or updates

• Contact us via email or contact forms

• Register for campaign events

• Volunteer for our campaign

• Make enquiries about our policies

• Participate in surveys or polls

This information may include:

• Name and contact details (email, phone number)

• Demographic information (age, suburb/area)

• Political interests and preferences

• Volunteer skills and availability

• Event attendance information

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:

• IP address and location data

• Browser type and version

• Device information

• Pages visited and time spent on site

• Referring websites

• Cookies and similar tracking technologies

2.3 Third-Party Information

We may receive information about you from:

• Social media platforms (if you interact with our social media)

• Public electoral rolls (where legally permitted)

• Other publicly available sources

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal information to:

• Send you campaign updates and newsletters

• Inform you about campaign events and meetings

• Coordinate volunteer activities

• Respond to your enquiries and feedback

• Improve our website and campaign services

• Comply with electoral laws and reporting requirements

• Analyze website usage and campaign effectiveness

4. Legal Basis for Processing

Under New Zealand privacy law, we process your personal information based on:

• Consent: When you voluntarily provide information or subscribe to updates

• Legitimate interests: For campaign activities and democratic engagement

• Legal obligations: To comply with electoral laws and regulations

5. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

5.1 With Your Consent

We may share information when you have given explicit consent.

5.2 Campaign Team and Volunteers

Authorised campaign staff and volunteers may access information necessary for campaign activities, subject to confidentiality agreements.

5.3 Electoral Authorities

We may disclose information as required by electoral laws and regulations, including reporting to the Electoral Commission.

5.4 Legal Requirements

We may disclose information if required by law, court order, or government authority.

5.5 Service Providers

We may share information with trusted service providers who assist with:

• Email marketing and communications

• Website hosting and maintenance

• Event management

• Data analysis and research

These providers are contractually bound to protect your information and use it only for specified purposes.

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against:

• Unauthorized access or disclosure

• Accidental loss or destruction

• Misuse or alteration

Security measures include:

• Secure socket layer (SSL) encryption

• Regular security assessments

• Access controls and authentication

• Staff training on data protection

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only as long as necessary for:

• The purposes outlined in this policy

• Compliance with legal obligations

• Campaign activities during the election period

Generally, we will delete or anonymize your information within 12 months after the 2025 Local Body Elections, unless:

• You have ongoing consent for continued communications

• Legal requirements mandate longer retention

• You request deletion earlier

8. Your Rights

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

8.1 Access

Request access to the personal information we hold about you.

8.2 Correction

Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information.

8.3 Deletion

Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal requirements).

8.4 Objection

Object to processing of your information for direct marketing purposes.

8.5 Withdrawal of Consent

Withdraw consent for processing where consent is the legal basis.

8.6 Complaints

Lodge a complaint with the Privacy Commissioner if you believe we have breached privacy laws.

9. Cookies and Tracking

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Remember your preferences

• Analyze website traffic

• Improve user experience

You can control cookie settings through your browser, but some website features may not function properly if cookies are disabled.

10. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites or social media platforms. This privacy policy does not apply to those sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

11. Children's Privacy

Our campaign services are not directed at children under 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16. If you are under 16, please do not provide personal information through our website.

12. International Data Transfers

Your information may be stored or processed outside New Zealand by our service providers. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in accordance with New Zealand privacy laws.

13. Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by:

• Posting the updated policy on our website

• Sending email notifications to subscribers

• Updating the "last modified" date at the top of this policy

14. Electoral Compliance

This privacy policy complies with:

• Privacy Act 2020 (New Zealand)

• Electoral Act 1993 (New Zealand)

• Local Electoral Act 2001 (New Zealand)

Campaign activities and data use comply with all applicable electoral laws and regulations.

15. Contact Us

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

Danielle Grant Campaign
Email: hello@daniellegrant.co.nz
Subject line: "Privacy Policy Enquiry"

For complaints about privacy breaches, you may also contact: Office of the Privacy Commissioner
Website: privacy.org.nz
Phone: 0800 803 909

This privacy policy is effective as of 25 July 2025 and was last updated on 25 July 2025.