TheVent.co.nz Privacy Policy/Agreement

TheVent.co.nz is a New Zealand-based web site. We have created this privacy statement in order to demonstrate our firm commitment to privacy concerns. The following discloses our information gathering and dissemination practices for this website: TheVent.co.nz. By using this site, you do hereby warrant and represent that you have read, understand and agree to all terms and conditions stated herein. By using this site, you also represent and warrant that you have read, understand and agree to the terms and conditions stated in the User Agreement which is incorporated herein by reference. We use your IP address to help diagnose problems with our server, and to administer our Web site. Your IP address is used to gather broad demographic information. Our site uses cookies to make sure you don’t see the same ad repeatedly. We use cookies for other purposes as set forth below. Our site’s registration form requires users to give us contact information (like their name and email address), unique identifiers (such as a User Name and Password), and financial information (like their account or credit card numbers). We use customer contact information from the registration form to send the user information about our company and promotional material from some of our partners and/or affiliates. The customer’s contact information is also used to contact the visitor when necessary. Users may opt-out of receiving future mailings; see the choice/opt-out section below. Financial information that is collected is used to bill the user for products and services. Unique identifiers are collected to verify the user’s identity and for use as account numbers in our record system.

Links and Information

This site contains links to other sites. TheVent.co.nz is not responsible for the privacy practices or the content of such Web sites and disclaims any liability for any damages that may result from the use of such sites. From time to time, Users have the opportunity to participate in special programs and will be able to opt in to programs that will transfer their information to other services. This will occur only with prior permission from the User. Our site uses an order form for customers to request information, products, and services. We collect visitor’s unique identifiers and financial information (like their account or credit card numbers). Financial information that is collected is used to bill the user for products and services. Unique identifiers are collected from Web site visitors to verify the user’s identity and for use as account numbers in our record system. TheVent.co.nz expressly disclaims any liability that may arise from the provision of any User of any information whatsoever to this site. You, the User, do hereby agree to hold TheVent.co.nz harmless from any liability that may arise from the provision of any information to this site. By using this site, you also represent and warrant that you have read, understand and agree to the terms stated in the User Agreement which is incorporated herein by reference. Pursuant to the User Agreement, you agree that all information provided to TheVent.co.nz shall become the property of TheVent.co.nz subject to any exclusions so stated herein.

Public Forums

This site may create chat rooms, forums, message boards, and/or news groups available to its users. Please remember that any information that is disclosed in these areas becomes public information and you should exercise caution when deciding to disclose your personal information. TheVent.co.nz expressly disclaims any liability that may arise from the provision of any User of any information whatsoever to these forums. You, the User, do hereby agree to hold TheVent.co.nz harmless from any liability that may arise from the provision of any information to these forums.

Security

This site has security measures in place to protect the loss, misuse and alteration of the information under our control. This includes a customer record manager and other technical systems. TheVent.co.nz is not responsible, however, for any loss or misuse of any information you may submit to this site. You do hereby agree to hold TheVent.co.nz harmless for any damages that may result from the use of this site. The submission of information to this site is done solely at the User’s own risk.

Cookies, and TheVent.co.nz’s use thereof

TheVent.co.nz collects anonymous information through cookies. A cookie is a small piece of data containing a unique identification number that is sent to your browser from a Web server, and is stored on your computer’s hard drive. The unique ID number identifies your browser to TheVent.co.nz’s computers whenever you visit. Cookies do not enable anyone to access personally identifiable information that you have not already given us. TheVent.co.nz primarily uses cookies to connect members with account information stored on TheVent.co.nz’s computers. This helps TheVent.co.nz deliver better and more personalized service. TheVent.co.nz also uses cookies to estimate TheVent.co.nz’s audience size for advertisers; to assist in processing items in you may choose to purchase; to track the number of entries in TheVent.co.nz promotions, sweepstakes and contests; to identify the areas of the site you visit; to hold session information; and to track user preferences. Cookies are part of the technology implemented by your browser. Most browsers are initially set up to accept cookies. You can reset your browser to either notify you when you have received a cookie, or to refuse them all together. TheVent.co.nz relies on cookies to preserve the TheVent.co.nz identity you have created while logged on. If you choose to not accept cookies, you cannot participate as a registered, signed-in member. By using this site, you do hereby agree to be bound by the terms set forth in this Agreement.

You should be aware that TheVent.co.nz’s advertisers sometimes use ads to give you their own cookies. If you want to understand how and why an advertiser uses cookies, check the company’s site for their privacy statement. TheVent.co.nz is not responsible for any issues that may arise regarding the Privacy Policies of any of its affiliates. By using this site, you do hereby agree to hold TheVent.co.nz harmless from any claims and/or damages that may arise from the policies and/or practices (or lack thereof) of any of its affiliates and/or advertisers.

TheVent.co.nz’s use of member information

Two things drive TheVent.co.nz’s decisions regarding the use of information collected from TheVent.co.nz members: 1) improving user experience by offering personalized services and content, and 2) market research. TheVent.co.nz may analyze information provided directly by you, or obtained through cookies or third parties to direct services and content based on your interests. TheVent.co.nz reserves the right to collect market research data in order to generate sales to corporate clients. However, market research data may be used at the aggregate level to:

Improve the likelihood of a sale to a group of TheVent.co.nz members

Increase the likelihood that a group’s experience on TheVent.co.nz is relevant to its interests as a whole Formulate group-level statistical models that are used to accomplish goal #2 (above).

TheVent.co.nz’s market research may be collected in some of the following ways:

Through contests that are offered on the site; and,
Through general use of the site.

Information logged by TheVent.co.nz When you surf the Internet, your browser automatically transmits information to the sites you visit throughout every visit. Examples of such information include referral data (URL of the Web page you were on before coming to TheVent.co.nz), IP address and your browser version. We collect this information to help improve our services and moderate the site. All the information that is automatically submitted by your browser is considered anonymous. TheVent.co.nz also logs information you submit through registration, forms for optional programs, surveys and other entries, cookie data and communications transmitted through TheVent.co.nz applications. Only authorized TheVent.co.nz staff have access to your information in its entirety. Other employees may have access to bits and pieces of this information if it pertains to their job duties.

With whom does TheVent.co.nz share information?

When you submit information to TheVent.co.nz, it is generally collected, processed and maintained solely by us. Sometimes we may allow partner companies to collect information about members from us or directly from you (through their Web site). When TheVent.co.nz is the source, it is usually so that we can provide a service with a partner. We choose to work with upstanding companies that will treat your information responsibly. But, since we don’t own these companies, we can’t speak for them on privacy issues. Before telling them about yourself, check out their privacy statements. If you are not satisfied with their information practices, you can choose to not use their service.

Below is a summary of some of the situations in which TheVent.co.nz might share information:
Co-Branding
Some of our services, , are offered in conjunction with partner companies. In order to provide these services, TheVent.co.nz may choose to share some of you user data (e.g., including, but not limited to, user name and email address).

Content Partners

Some TheVent.co.nz content is “sponsored by” or “presented by” other companies. TheVent.co.nz typically shares market research data (how the sponsorship performed, names of contest winners, etc.) collected on the site or via email surveys with these partners. This information is typically aggregate and not linked to specific users.

Partner Sponsorships

Partners may sponsor promotions, contests and sweepstakes that require you to reveal details such as your name, address or phone number. Always check their privacy policy before revealing information about yourself. If you don’t want these sponsors to have your personal information, you can choose to not participate.

When visitors come to TheVent.co.nz, they may receive cookies from TheVent.co.nz’s sponsors; this information is typically not shared with TheVent.co.nz. This privacy statement does not address the information practices of our advertisers. You should read the privacy statements of all third-party sites, as their privacy policies may differ from TheVent.co.nz’s.

Finally, TheVent.co.nz reserves the right to disclose user information from both private and public areas of the site at our discretion to anyone or no one at all, if required by law or if given reason to believe, in our sole discretion, that someone is causing injury to or interference with the rights of TheVent.co.nz members or the general public, or with TheVent.co.nz’s rights of property. Please be advised, however, that all information submitted by you to TheVent.co.nz becomes the property of TheVent.co.nz. By submitting this information, you do hereby agree to allow TheVent.co.nz to use such information at its sole discretion pursuant to the terms of the User Agreement.

Specifically, we may also share certain information about you with those of our vendors who are responsible for handling your account or performing other necessary services that you require. Although we may share sensitive financial information (i.e., credit card numbers, banking information), security information (e.g., account passwords) and personal communications (e.g., personal e-mail messages or message board postings) with such vendors where necessary and appropriate, we will not share such information with other third parties, except in response to formal requests (e.g., subpoena or court order) made in connection with litigation or arbitration proceedings directly relating to the services we provide.

Additionally, we may share the information stored on that database, as well as other information that is not of a sensitive nature, with carefully selected business partners, including those who offer services that complement those provided by us or which may otherwise be of interest to you. If you do not want us to share information about you with our business partners, you may send us an e-mail at hello@TheVent.co.nz. Include the word "privacy" in the subject line of the e-mail and all your registration information in the body of the e-mail. Finally, TheVent.co.nz reserves the right to transfer, sell and/or distribute all information collected on its sight for any purpose, including, but not limited to, for satisfaction of any debt or upon liquidation of the company should such a situation arise.

TheVent.co.nz’s opt-in/out policy

During registration you agree to receive correspondence from either TheVent.co.nz or its partners. This information remains on your Profile where you can, at any point, easily edit it to indicate that you have changed your mind. Simply email us at info@TheVent.co.nz. If you purchase anything through TheVent.co.nz, we may occasionally contact you with information about special events, sales, and activities. You always have the option to ask TheVent.co.nz not to contact you with this information again. As for promotions, contests, submission opportunities and programs, you will not be included unless you opt-in. If you receive unsolicited email from a TheVent.co.nz domain, please contact us at info@TheVent.co.nz.

Notification of Changes:
TheVent.co.nz’s security and privacy policy are periodically reviewed and enhanced as necessary. This policy might change as TheVent.co.nz updates and expands its services. TheVent.co.nz will contact you via email and post notification if there are any material changes in its privacy practices. TheVent.co.nz also encourages you to also check the privacy policy out periodically. By using the site, you do hereby represent and warrant that you have read, understand and agree to all terms of this Privacy Policy and User Agreement. Each time you use the site, you agree to all terms set forth by TheVent.co.nz in both its Privacy Policy and User Agreement and any other policies published by TheVent.co.nz on the site. If you do not understand any of the terms or conditions of any of TheVent.co.nz’s policies, you may inquire regarding the same via electronic correspondence (e-mail) at info@TheVent.co.nz.

How can I reach TheVent.co.nz?

If you have technical problems, questions or other issues related to your use of TheVent.co.nz, please check out the “About” Section of the site where you can contact us at info@TheVent.co.nz. TheVent.co.nz’s staff will respond to all requests sent through mail or email from members and parents interested in knowing more about what personal information is stored on the TheVent.co.nz database, or if they want their personal information nullified, or have additional questions regarding privacy.

Contacting the Web Site
If you have any questions about this privacy statement, the practices of this site, or your dealings with this Web site, you may contact us at the following address:
info@TheVent.co.nz

Please email us if you have any questions regarding any of the terms of this Agreement.
Many thanks,
The team @ TheVent.co.nz