Privacy Policy
Stockies Privacy Policy
Last updated: 3/09/2024
1. Introduction
Stockies ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application and web platform (collectively, the "Service"). By using our Service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.
2. Information We Collect
We collect the following types of information:
2.1 Personal Information
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Name
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Email address
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Phone number
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Farm address
2.2 Business Information
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TB Status
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Farm certifications
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Farm contour
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NAIT Number
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Company Name
2.3 Method of Collection
We collect information directly from you when you register for an account, create or modify your profile, or use our Service. In some cases, livestock agents may add information from their own records with your express permission.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your information for the following purposes:
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To provide and maintain our Service
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To enable users to track their own listings
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To link farmers and livestock agents
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To communicate with you about our Service
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To develop and improve our products
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To display anonymised business information on livestock listings
4. Information Sharing and Disclosure
4.1 Sharing Between Users
We share information between farmers and livestock agents only with your express permission. Express permission means an in-app popup confirming the data to be shared and its distribution at the point that it will be shared. You can revoke this permission at any time through the app.
4.2 Third-Party Sharing
We may share anonymised data with third parties such as meat/milk processors, trucking companies, and industry bodies. We may also sell anonymised data insights to third parties. This data is aggregated and cannot be used to identify individual users.
5. Data Storage and Security
5.1 Storage Location
Your data is stored securely in data centers located within the Oceania region. We ensure that all storage locations comply with relevant data protection laws and regulations.
5.2 Security Measures
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data, including encryption in transit and at rest, and advanced access control mechanisms. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.
6. Your Rights and Choices
Under the Privacy Act 2020, you have the right to:
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Access your personal information
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Request correction of your personal information
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Request deletion of your personal information
To exercise these rights, you can use the in-app features, visit our website, or contact us directly using the information provided in Section 11.
7. Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active. Transaction data is retained for at least 7 years to comply with New Zealand business record-keeping requirements. Inactive accounts may be deleted or anonymized after 2 years of inactivity, with prior notice given to the user.
8. International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in locations outside of New Zealand. We ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information during this transfer and storage.
9. Children's Privacy
Our Service is not intended for use by individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us. If we suspect any data belongs to a minor, we reserve the right to delete this data.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by email. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.
11. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
12. Additional Information
12.1 Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to collect and store information about how you use our Service. Cookies are small data files that are placed on your device. They help us provide and improve our Service by, for example, remembering your preferences, analyzing how the Service is used, and personalizing content.
You can instruct your browser to refuse all cookies or to indicate when a cookie is being sent. However, if you do not accept cookies, you may not be able to use some portions of our Service.
12.2 Analytics
We may use third-party Service Providers to monitor and analyze the use of our Service. These services may collect information about how you use our Service to help us improve it.
12.3 Compliance
We comply with the Privacy Act 2020 and other relevant New Zealand laws. If you believe that we have breached your privacy rights, you have the right to complain to the Office of the Privacy Commissioner.