DBT Construction Privacy Policy
This privacy policy explains what information DBT Construction may collect, how it may be used, when it may be disclosed, how cookies operate on the website, how information is stored, and how individuals may request access to or correction of their personal information.
1. Definitions and interpretation
- Contractor, we, or us means DBT Construction Limited trading as DBT Construction, including successors, assigns, or anyone acting with its authority.
- Client, you, or your means the client purchasing services or anyone acting on that client’s behalf.
- Services means services provided at the client’s request, including related documentation.
- Agreement includes this privacy policy and related terms, conditions, orders, purchases, or schedules that apply.
- Cookies are small files stored on a user’s computer that may hold information specific to a website session or visitor preferences.
- Personal information is information about an identifiable individual, including name, address, email, phone numbers, credit card details, place of work, and other information needed to provide services.
2. Information that may be collected
- Names, contact details, email addresses, payment details, place of work, position, and other information required to provide services.
- Browser type and settings, device type, operating system, mobile network information, application data, IP address, crash reports, system activity, and request metadata such as date, time, and referrer URL.
- Website interaction data collected through server logs, analytics tools, cookies, online forms, comments, and service requests.
- Search terms, location-related data, and website content viewed when visiting the website.
- Information may be retained while an account remains active and for as long as reasonably necessary to meet legal, contractual, or operational requirements.
3. Disclosure and use of information
- Information may be used to provide requested services, verify records, process transactions, maintain or improve services, communicate with clients, resolve problems, enforce contractual rights, and undertake research or analysis.
- Third-party providers such as Google may help track website performance, generate traffic insights, and display targeted advertising using anonymous information and cookies.
- DBT Construction may request consent to collect information from others where needed, including credit checks, references, or coordination with service providers and suppliers.
- Personal information may be disclosed where required by law, for fraud prevention, technical security, rights protection, public safety, or in connection with a business sale or transfer of assets.
- If a qualifying data breach occurs that may result in serious harm, affected individuals may be notified in line with the Privacy Act 2020 or GDPR-related requirements where relevant.
4. Cookies
- Cookies are used to improve services, enhance online experience, and maintain secure website connections.
- Users can usually manage cookie settings in their browser, but disabling cookies may affect secure services such as online payments and other website functionality.
- Session cookies may track browsing activity during a visit, including pages viewed, buttons clicked, and information entered on forms.
- Persistent cookies may store preferences, support fraud detection, and help personalise website content and advertising.
- Cookie data may help identify browser history on the website, personalise content, improve offers, and detect malicious activity that could affect security.
5. Storage and security
- Reasonable safeguards are used to keep information accurate, current, and protected from unauthorised disclosure.
- Encryption technologies such as SSL may be used to protect information entered through the website.
- Online payments may be processed through a PCI-DSS-compliant third-party gateway.
- Information may be stored within or outside New Zealand, including cloud or data storage facilities in other countries, but the policy states that the same protections are applied regardless of processing location.
6. Embedded content and third-party websites
- The website may include embedded content or links to third-party websites.
- Those external sites may collect data, use cookies, and track interactions under their own privacy policies.
- Users are encouraged to review third-party privacy policies before providing information to those services.
7. Access and correction of information
- Under the Privacy Act 2020, individuals may request access to and correction of their personal information.
- Questions about the policy or requests relating to personal information can be directed to DBT Construction.
8. General
- Formal complaints are handled directly and, where needed, with the appropriate regulatory authorities.
- The policy may be updated from time to time. Significant changes may be highlighted more prominently.
- Personal information is processed on the basis of written or oral consent, which may be withdrawn, though withdrawal does not affect earlier lawful processing.
- The privacy policy is governed by the laws of New Zealand, and disputes are subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of New Zealand.
This page is a clean web presentation of the DBT Construction privacy policy. For the original wording and formatting, use the downloadable PDF above.