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Makaraka(Shreeji Retail Ltd) Privacy Policy

Makaraka Veges (Shreeji Retail Ltd) has this privacy policy because we understand that it is important for you to know how we collect, store, and use your personal information.

In this policy, we refer to Makaraka Veges (Shreeji Retail Ltd) as “we”, “us”, “our” or “Company”.

By entering any of our stores or using our website, you acknowledge that your personal information will be treated as described in this policy.

This policy explains the following:
  1. Personal information
  2. Types of personal information we collect
  3. Collection of personal information
  4. If we are not able to collect personal information
  5. Use of personal information
  6. Cookies
  7. Use of personal information for marketing
  8. Disclosure of personal information
  9. Disclosure of personal information outside of New Zealand
  10. Protection of personal information
  11. Right to access or correct your personal information
  12. Complaints about a breach of privacy
  13. Changes to the privacy policy

1. PERSONAL INFORMATION

In this policy, “personal information” means the same as it does in the Privacy Act 2020 (“Privacy Act”). It includes any information that can be used to personally identify you, such as your name, age, gender, address, contact details, images, biometric data, and financial information. If we collect information that identifies you or makes you reasonably identifiable, then that information is considered personal information.

2. TYPES OF PERSONAL INFORMATION WE COLLECT

We may collect the following types of personal information:

  • Name
  • Image, sound, and biometric data
  • Mailing or street address
  • Location
  • Email address
  • Telephone number
  • Age or birth date
  • Profession, occupation, or job title
  • Social media profile information
  • Purchase history and payment information
  • Additional personal information provided via websites, apps, in-store, or through our representatives
  • Feedback and survey responses
  • Publicly available information

3. COLLECTION OF PERSONAL INFORMATION

We collect personal information when you:

  • Purchase products or services
  • Use our website
  • Enter our stores (e.g. through video surveillance)
  • Participate in loyalty programmes
  • Contact customer service
  • Apply for products or services
  • Enter promotions
  • Interact with us on social media
We may also collect information from third parties including:
  • Credit reporting agencies
  • Other retailers
  • Law enforcement and government agencies
  • Advertisers
  • Mailing lists
  • Contractors, business partners, suppliers

4. IF WE ARE NOT ABLE TO COLLECT PERSONAL INFORMATION

If you do not provide requested personal information:

  • We may not be able to provide you with products/services
  • You may miss out on promotions or updates
  • We may not tailor your experience to your preferences

5. USE OF PERSONAL INFORMATION

We use your personal information to:

  • Provide products/services
  • Offer product or service updates and advice
  • Manage warranties and recalls
  • Communicate with you
  • Improve our services and websites
  • Customise your customer experience
  • Conduct competitions or promotions
  • Verify your identity
  • Fulfill your authorised requests
  • Perform analytics across our business
  • Manage business operations and functions
  • Investigate suspected breaches or unlawful activity
  • Comply with legal obligations

Your information may be stored at our head office at 97 Main Road, Makaraka, Gisborne 4010 or by authorised third-party data providers.

6. COOKIES

Cookies are used to:

  • Recognise returning devices
  • Track product views
  • Measure traffic and usage patterns
  • Improve site functionality and content
  • Deliver relevant advertisements
  • Track referrals and advertising effectiveness
You can disable cookies via your browser settings if you wish.

7. USE OF PERSONAL INFORMATION FOR MARKETING

We may use your information for marketing purposes related to our products or those of related businesses. You can opt out by:

  • Clicking “unsubscribe” in any marketing email
  • Updating preferences in your online account
  • Contacting us directly

We will not use or share information to target based on sensitive categories, including:

  • Political or religious beliefs
  • Sexual preferences
  • Trade union membership
  • Criminal or health records
We will not knowingly target advertising specifically at children under 18, though general marketing of children’s products may occur.

8. DISCLOSURE OF PERSONAL INFORMATION

Your information may be disclosed to:

  • Operate our website or business
  • Fulfill your requests
  • Comply with the law
  • Third-party service providers (e.g. IT providers, couriers, debt collectors, software vendors, consultants)
  • Manufacturers or suppliers for product support
  • Partners, sponsors, or authorised third parties
We ensure these third parties maintain data protection standards.

9. DISCLOSURE OUTSIDE OF NEW ZEALAND

We may transfer your personal information to trusted overseas providers. We take steps to ensure these providers comply with privacy protections.

10. PROTECTION OF PERSONAL INFORMATION

We take reasonable steps to protect your information from misuse, loss, or unauthorised access. If you suspect a breach, contact us immediately.

11. RIGHT TO ACCESS OR CORRECT YOUR PERSONAL INFORMATION

You can request access or corrections by emailing makarakaveges@gmail.com

Requests are subject to identity verification and the Privacy Act. If your request is denied, we’ll provide reasons. No charges apply for corrections, but we may charge reasonable fees for access requests.

12. COMPLAINTS ABOUT A BREACH OF PRIVACY

If you believe we have breached your privacy or this policy:
  • Contact us at makarakaveges@gmail.com Or write to: The Manager, 97 Main Road, Makaraka, Gisborne 4010.
  • We will investigate and respond to your complaint in a reasonable timeframe.

13. CHANGES TO THIS PRIVACY POLICY

We may update this policy periodically. Updated versions will be available on our website.This policy was last updated in April 2025.

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