Privacy Policy

Last Updated: 2026

Welcome to goldstones.co.nz ("we," "us," "our," or "Site"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency about how we collect, use, and manage your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains our practices in accordance with New Zealand privacy laws and international standards.

Information We Collect

We collect the following types of information:

• Personal Information: Name, email address, and any other information you voluntarily provide when contacting us or signing up for communications.
• Technical Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, device type, and referring website.
• Cookies: Unique identifiers stored on your device to recognize you across visits.
• Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on Site, clicks, scrolling behavior, and interactions with content.

How We Use Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• Conducting analytics to understand user behavior and optimize Site performance.
• Tracking affiliate referrals to partner online casinos and compensating our business model.
• Improving Site content, functionality, and user experience.
• Responding to inquiries and providing customer support.
• Complying with legal obligations and protecting our legal interests.

Cookie Policy

Types of Cookies We Use:

• Essential Cookies: Required for basic Site functionality.
• Analytics Cookies: Track user behavior and Site performance (e.g., Google Analytics).
• Affiliate Tracking Cookies: Monitor referrals to partner casinos and track conversions.
• Marketing Cookies: Enable personalized advertising and retargeting.

Opt-Out Options: You can disable non-essential cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent. Note that disabling cookies may affect Site functionality. You may also opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-on.

Third-Party Links

Our Site contains links to external online casinos, gambling platforms, and affiliate partners. We are not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or policies of these third-party websites. We strongly encourage you to review their individual privacy policies before providing any personal information or engaging in gambling activities. Your use of third-party sites is at your own risk and governed by their respective terms and conditions.

Your Rights

Under New Zealand privacy law, you have the following rights:

• Right of Access: Request access to personal information we hold about you.
• Right to Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information.
• Right to Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal obligations).
• Right to Opt-Out: Opt out of marketing communications and non-essential data collection.

If you are located in the EU or UK, your rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) also apply. If you are located in California (USA), your rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) also apply. We comply with applicable international privacy laws.

Data Retention

We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy. Analytics and usage data are typically retained for up to 12 months. Affiliate tracking data is retained as required for payment settlement and legal compliance. You may request deletion of your data at any time, subject to applicable legal requirements and legitimate business interests.

Contact Us

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

Email: [email protected]
Website: goldstones.co.nz

We will respond to your inquiries within 20 working days or as required by applicable New Zealand privacy law.

This Privacy Policy is effective as of 2026 and may be updated periodically. We will notify you of material changes by updating this page.