Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

DoveMaxor ("we", "us", "our") operates the website dovemaxor.pro (the "Site"), a video game review platform serving readers in New Zealand and internationally. We are committed to protecting your personal information and your right to privacy. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and what rights you have in relation to it.

This policy is governed by the Privacy Act 2020 (New Zealand) and the information privacy principles contained therein. By using our Site, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

2. Information We Collect

We collect information in the following ways:

• Information you provide directly: When you subscribe to our newsletter, submit a contact form, or request a game review, you may provide your name, email address, and the content of your message.
• Automatically collected information: When you visit our Site, we automatically collect certain technical information, including your IP address, browser type and version, operating system, referring URLs, pages visited, and the date and time of your visit. This is collected via cookies and similar tracking technologies.
• Communications: If you contact us by email, we retain a record of that correspondence.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• To deliver the newsletter you have subscribed to, including new game reviews, guides, and gaming news.
• To respond to enquiries, contact form submissions, and game review requests.
• To analyse site traffic and user behaviour in order to improve the quality and relevance of our content.
• To detect and prevent fraudulent or abusive activity on the Site.
• To comply with our legal obligations under New Zealand law.

4. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal information on the following grounds:

• Consent: Where you have given us clear consent, for example by subscribing to our newsletter or ticking the privacy checkbox on our contact form.
• Legitimate interests: Where processing is necessary for our legitimate interests in operating and improving the Site, provided those interests are not overridden by your rights.
• Legal obligation: Where we are required to process your information to comply with applicable law.

5. Cookies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our Site. Cookies are small text files stored on your device. For full details of the cookies we use, their purpose, and how to manage them, please read our Cookie Policy.

6. Sharing Your Information

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

• Service providers: We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating the Site (e.g., email delivery services, analytics providers). These providers are contractually obligated to keep your information confidential and to use it only for the purposes we specify.
• Legal requirements: We may disclose your information if required to do so by law, court order, or governmental authority in New Zealand.

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as is necessary for the purposes set out in this policy. Newsletter subscriber data is retained until you unsubscribe. Contact form submissions are retained for up to 24 months. Automatically collected technical data is typically retained for 26 months.

8. Your Rights

Under the Privacy Act 2020 (New Zealand), you have the right to:

• Request access to the personal information we hold about you.
• Request correction of any inaccurate or incomplete information.
• Withdraw consent at any time where processing is based on consent (e.g., unsubscribing from our newsletter).
• Lodge a complaint with the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of New Zealand if you believe your privacy rights have been breached.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at [email protected].

9. Security

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorised access, loss, destruction, or alteration. However, no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

10. Third-Party Links

Our Site may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites and encourage you to review their privacy policies independently.

11. Children's Privacy

Our Site is not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us and we will take steps to delete it.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will revise the "Last updated" date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically. Continued use of the Site after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

• Email: [email protected]
• Post: DoveMaxor, Level 4, 142 Featherston Street, Wellington 6011, New Zealand
• Phone: +64 4 890 3421