Privacy Policy
Last Updated: January 2026
This Privacy Policy describes how designoptions.co.nz ("we," "us," "our," or "Company") collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you visit our website and use our services. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency about our data practices.
Information We Collect
We collect information in the following ways:
- Personal Information: When you register, contact us, or submit forms, we may collect your name, email address, phone number, and other contact details.
- Technical Information: We automatically collect your IP address, browser type, device information, operating system, and referring URLs.
- Cookies: We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to recognise you and remember your preferences.
- Usage Data: We collect information about how you interact with our site, including pages visited, time spent, clicks, and navigation patterns.
How We Use Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- Conducting analytics and understanding user behaviour to improve our website functionality
- Affiliate tracking and commission calculations when you click through to partner casinos
- Site improvement and optimisation of user experience
- Sending promotional communications and updates (with your consent)
- Fraud detection and security purposes
- Complying with legal obligations
Cookie Policy
We use the following types of cookies:
- Essential Cookies: Required for site functionality and security
- Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our site
- Affiliate Tracking Cookies: Track referrals to our casino partners for commission purposes
- Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences
You can control 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 site functionality. For more information on managing cookies, visit aboutcookies.org.
Third-Party Links
Our website contains links to external casino websites, online pokies operators, 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 the privacy policies of any casino or affiliated website before providing personal information or engaging in gambling activities. Your use of third-party sites is at your own risk and subject to their terms and conditions.
Your Rights
Under New Zealand privacy law and applicable international regulations, you have the right to:
- Access the personal information we hold about you
- Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
- Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal obligations)
- Opt-out of marketing communications
- Data portability where applicable
- Lodge a complaint with the Privacy Commissioner if you believe we have breached your privacy rights
If you are located in the EU or UK, GDPR rights apply. If located in the US, CCPA rights may apply. Please contact us to exercise these rights.
Data Retention
We retain personal information for as long as necessary to provide our services and fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy. Typically, we retain:
- Account information: Duration of your relationship with us plus 2 years
- Analytics and usage data: Up to 12 months
- Cookies: As per your browser settings or up to 2 years
You may request deletion of your data at any time, subject to legal retention requirements.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, wish to exercise your privacy rights, or have concerns about our data practices, please contact us:
Email: privacy@designoptions.co.nz
Website: designoptions.co.nz
Jurisdiction: New Zealand
We will respond to your request within 20 working days. If you are not satisfied with our response, you may lodge a complaint with the Office of the Privacy Commissioner.