Our Commitment to Privacy

At Variegate, protecting your data is central to our mission of achieving social and environmental impact. We are committed to transparency in how we collect, use, and safeguard your information. This Privacy Policy explains our practices regarding your personal information and applies to all interactions with Variegate.

We will never share your information with third parties beyond what is disclosed in this policy. For more information about privacy in New Zealand, visit the Office of the Privacy Commissioner at www.privacy.org.nz.

If you have any questions, please reach out to us.

What Information We Collect

We collect personal data to support and improve our services:

Information You Provide:

Registration: Email, name, occupation.
Communications: Details from your interactions with us.

Information We Collect Automatically:

Web Logs: IP address, visited pages, and time spent on the site.
Cookies: Non-personal data (browser type, operating system, referring website) to enhance your user experience. You can disable cookies in your browser, but some website features may not work optimally.

How We Use Your Information

We use your data to:

Understand and support our community.
Analyse and improve our website, services, and outreach.
Collaborate with trusted partners to build the Variegate network.
Develop new services to support our mission.

All third parties assisting us must comply with strict confidentiality standards.

Who We Share Your Information With

Your data will not be sold, rented, or leased. However, it may be shared:

With Service Providers: For operational support (e.g., newsletters or data visualisation tools).
With Third Parties (With Consent): When your data contributes to collaborative initiatives aligned with our mission.
For Legal Purposes: When required to comply with laws or regulations.

How We Store and Protect Your Information

We store your data securely, whether electronically or in hard copy, following the New Zealand Privacy Act 1993. While data may be stored in New Zealand or elsewhere, it will always be handled securely. Please note that New Zealand laws may not offer the same protections as other countries, such as those in the EU.

Electronic Communications

By providing your email to Variegate, you consent to receiving updates and communications from us. This may include:

Notifications about your activity on our website.
Updates on Variegate‘s progress and services.

You can unsubscribe at any time via the link in our emails or by contacting us directly.

Your Data, Your Rights

You have the right to:

Request a copy of the personal data we hold.
Update or correct your personal information.
Request deletion of your personal data (depersonalised data may remain for aggregated purposes).

Please ensure the information you provide is accurate and up to date.

Have questions or need support?

Reach out to us at jade@variegate.org. We’re here to help you on your diversification journey! Thank you for choosing Variegate. Let’s create diverse landscapes and a thriving bioeconomy for people and nature, together! 🌍

Note: This Privacy Policy is subject to change as our platform evolves. We will notify you of any significant updates.

Last updated: 5th December 2024