Privacy Policy
Last Updated: 2026
Gaucho Wine ("we," "us," "our," or "Company") operates the gauchowine.co.nz website. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, including all related pages, subdomains, and mobile applications.
Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our website.
Information We Collect
We collect information in the following ways:
- Personal Information: When you voluntarily provide it, such as your name, email address, phone number, and other contact details through forms or account registration.
- IP Address: We automatically collect your IP address to identify your location and for security purposes.
- Cookies: We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience and track your interactions with our site.
- Usage Data: We collect information about how you interact with our website, including pages visited, links clicked, time spent on pages, and referral sources.
- Device Information: Browser type, operating system, and device identifiers for analytics purposes.
How We Use Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- Analytics: To understand user behaviour, improve website functionality, and monitor site performance.
- Affiliate Tracking: To track referrals to online pokies providers and casinos for commission and reporting purposes.
- Site Improvement: To enhance user experience, troubleshoot technical issues, and optimise content.
- Communications: To send you relevant updates, newsletters, or promotional content if you have opted in.
- Legal Compliance: To comply with New Zealand laws and regulations.
Cookie Policy
We use various types of cookies on our website:
- Essential Cookies: Required for basic website functionality and security.
- Analytics Cookies: Used to track user behaviour and website performance via services like Google Analytics.
- Affiliate Tracking Cookies: Used to identify and track referrals to partner casinos and gambling platforms.
- Marketing/Advertising Cookies: Used to deliver targeted content and measure advertising effectiveness.
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through browser settings. You can choose to refuse cookies or receive a warning before cookies are stored on your device. However, blocking essential cookies may affect website functionality.
For more information about cookies, visit aboutcookies.org.
Third-Party Links
Our website contains links to external websites, including online pokies providers, casinos, and affiliate partners. We are not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or policies of these third-party websites. When you click on links to external sites, you leave our website and enter their respective privacy policies.
We strongly encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites before providing your personal information or engaging in gambling activities. We do not control, endorse, or assume liability for third-party content or practices.
Your Rights
As a resident of New Zealand, you have certain rights regarding your personal information:
- Right of Access: You have the right to request access to the personal information we hold about you.
- Right to Correction: You may request that we correct inaccurate or incomplete information.
- Right to Deletion: You may request that we delete your personal information, subject to legal obligations.
- Right to Object: You may object to our processing of your information for direct marketing or analytics purposes.
- Right to Withdraw Consent: If we rely on your consent to process information, you may withdraw that consent at any time.
If you are located in the European Union or United Kingdom, your rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) will apply. If you are in the United States, your rights under applicable state privacy laws (such as the California Consumer Privacy Act) may apply.
Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law.
- Personal Information: Retained for the duration of your relationship with us and for a reasonable period thereafter to comply with legal obligations.
- Cookies: Typically retained for up to 24 months, depending on cookie type.
- Analytics Data: Retained for up to 26 months unless otherwise specified by the analytics provider.
- Affiliate Tracking Data: Retained for up to 12 months for commission and reporting purposes.
If you request deletion of your data, we will remove it within 30 days, except where legally required to retain it.
Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:
Email: [email protected]
We will respond to your inquiry within 20 working days.
Disclaimer: This website is for informational purposes only. Online gambling is subject to strict regulations in New Zealand. Please gamble responsibly and ensure you comply with all applicable laws in your jurisdiction.