Privacy Policy

Last updated: June, 2026

This Privacy Policy explains how YWAM Northland ("we", "us", "our") collects, uses, stores, and protects personal information when you use our website and services (the "Service"). It also explains your rights under applicable data protection laws, including the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and New Zealand Privacy Act 2020.

By using our Service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

1. Who We Are

Organisation: YWAM Northland
Address: 10 Orchard Place, Morningside, Whangārei 0110, New Zealand
Website: https://www.ywamnorthland.org/
Email: office@ywamnorthland.org

2. Definition

3. Information We Collect

a) Personal Data (provided by you)

We may collect:

b) Usage Data (collected automatically)

This may include:

4. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

We process Personal Data only when we have a lawful basis, including:

5. How We Use Your Information

We use your data to:

We do not sell your personal data.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies for:

Non-essential cookies are used only with your consent, which you can manage via our cookie banner or browser settings.

7. Sharing of Personal Data

We may share your data only:

All service providers are required to protect your data and use it only for agreed purposes.

8. International Data Transfers

Your information may be processed outside your country of residence. Where this occurs, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data in accordance with applicable law.

9. Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes described in this policy, or as required by law. Usage data is generally retained for shorter periods unless needed for security or legal reasons.

10. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you have the right to:

To exercise these rights, contact us using the details above.

11. Security

We take reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data. However, no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure.

12. Children’s Privacy

Our Service is not directed to children under 16 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children without verifiable parental consent. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us so we can remove it.

13. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to external sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites.

14. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.

15. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please contact:

📧 office@ywamnorthland.org

Cookie Policy

Last updated: January 8, 2026

This Cookie Policy explains how YWAM Northland uses cookies and similar technologies on our website.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help the website function properly, remember preferences, and understand how visitors interact with the site.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

a) Essential Cookies (Always Active)

These cookies are required for the website to function correctly and cannot be switched off.

Examples:

Legal basis: Legitimate interest / legal necessity

b) Functional Cookies

These cookies remember your preferences and settings.

Examples:

Legal basis: Consent

c) Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors use our website so we can improve it.

Examples:

Analytics data is anonymised where possible.

Legal basis: Consent

d) Embedded Media & Third-Party Cookies

Pages may include embedded content (e.g. videos, maps) from third-party platforms. These providers may set their own cookies.

Examples:

Legal basis: Consent

3. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

When you first visit our website, you will be asked to accept or reject non-essential cookies.

You can:

Please note that disabling some cookies may affect website functionality.

4. Third-Party Providers

We may use trusted third-party services to support our website. These providers are required to handle your data in accordance with applicable privacy laws.

5. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page.

6. Contact

If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact:

📧 office@ywamnorthland.org