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Privacy Policy

We're committed to protecting your personal information and your right to privacy

Last Updated: January 2025

At SoleAi, we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website soleai.co.nz and use our services.

We comply with the New Zealand Privacy Act 2020 and other applicable privacy laws. By using our services, you consent to the data practices described in this policy.

1. Information We Collect

Personal Information You Provide

We collect information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:

  • Register for an account or request a demo
  • Fill out contact forms or submit inquiries
  • Subscribe to our newsletter or communications
  • Use our AI assistants or chatbot services
  • Make payments for our services

This may include:

  • Name and contact information (email, phone number, postal address)
  • Company name and business information
  • Payment and billing information
  • Account credentials (username and password)
  • Communications and correspondence with us
  • Any other information you choose to provide

Information Automatically Collected

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect certain information, including:

  • Device information (IP address, browser type, operating system)
  • Usage data (pages visited, time spent, click patterns)
  • Location data (general geographic location based on IP address)
  • Cookies and similar tracking technologies
  • Referral sources and website navigation patterns

Business Data

If you use our AI automation services, we may collect and process data related to your business operations, customer interactions, and system integrations as necessary to provide our services. This data is handled in accordance with your service agreement and this Privacy Policy.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

To Provide and Improve Our Services

  • Deliver our AI automation, website development, and related services
  • Process payments and manage your account
  • Provide customer support and respond to inquiries
  • Maintain and improve our services and website functionality
  • Develop new features and offerings

For Communication

  • Send service updates, technical notices, and security alerts
  • Respond to your comments, questions, and requests
  • Send marketing communications (with your consent)
  • Provide information about our services and offerings

For Business Operations

  • Conduct analytics and research to improve our business
  • Detect, prevent, and address fraud or security issues
  • Comply with legal obligations and enforce our terms
  • Protect our rights, property, and safety

3. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

Service Providers

We may share information with third-party service providers who perform services on our behalf, such as:

  • Payment processors and financial institutions
  • Cloud hosting and data storage providers
  • Email and communication platforms
  • Analytics and marketing tools
  • Customer support platforms

These providers are contractually obligated to protect your information and use it only for the purposes we specify.

Business Transfers

If we are involved in a merger, acquisition, sale of assets, or bankruptcy, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will notify you of any such change in ownership.

Legal Obligations

We may disclose your information if required by law, court order, or governmental request, or to protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of others.

With Your Consent

We may share your information with third parties when you give us explicit consent to do so.

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to collect information about your browsing activities and to enhance your experience on our website.

Types of Cookies We Use

  • Essential Cookies: Necessary for the website to function properly
  • Performance Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our site
  • Functionality Cookies: Remember your preferences and settings
  • Marketing Cookies: Track your visits across websites to deliver relevant advertising

You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may limit your ability to use certain features of our website.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. These measures include:

  • Encryption of data in transit and at rest
  • Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments
  • Access controls and authentication procedures
  • Secure data storage and backup systems
  • Employee training on data protection practices

However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.

When determining retention periods, we consider:

  • The nature and sensitivity of the information
  • Our contractual obligations and service agreements
  • Legal and regulatory requirements
  • The purposes for which we collected the information
  • Whether we can achieve those purposes through other means

When we no longer need your information, we will securely delete or anonymize it in accordance with our data retention policies.

7. Your Privacy Rights

Under the New Zealand Privacy Act 2020, you have the following rights regarding your personal information:

Right to Access

You can request access to the personal information we hold about you.

Right to Correction

You can request that we correct any inaccurate or incomplete information about you.

Right to Deletion

You can request deletion of your personal information, subject to certain legal exceptions.

Right to Object

You can object to our processing of your information for direct marketing purposes.

Right to Withdraw Consent

Where we process your information based on consent, you can withdraw that consent at any time.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at [email protected]. We will respond to your request within a reasonable timeframe and in accordance with applicable law.

8. Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a child, please contact us immediately, and we will take steps to delete such information.

9. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than New Zealand, including countries that may have different data protection laws. When we transfer your information internationally, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy and applicable law.

10. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites and services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third parties. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. We will notify you of material changes by:

  • Posting the updated policy on our website with a new "Last Updated" date
  • Sending you an email notification (if we have your email address)
  • Displaying a prominent notice on our website

Your continued use of our services after such changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

12. Contact Us & Complaints

If you have questions, concerns, or complaints about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

SoleAi Privacy Officer

Serving All of New Zealand

If you are not satisfied with our response to your privacy complaint, you have the right to contact the New Zealand Privacy Commissioner:

Office of the Privacy Commissioner

Website: www.privacy.org.nz

Phone: 0800 803 909

Questions About Your Privacy?

We're committed to protecting your privacy and are happy to answer any questions you may have about how we handle your data.

Contact Our Privacy Team