Last updated: 1/12/2025

1.1 Purpose of This Policy

GEO Content (“we”, “our”, “us”, “GEO Content”, “Stack Shift Solutions”, “B.C. Media Group Limited”) is committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal information responsibly.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and share information when you visit geocontent.co.nz, geocontent.co, or any associated pages, forms, or services (collectively, the “Site”).

This Policy applies only to this Site. It does not apply to websites we link to or third-party platforms we use for payments, analytics, or advertising.

1.2 Children’s Privacy

Our Site and services are intended for adults. We do not knowingly collect personal information from anyone under 18 years old.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide Directly

We collect personal information in the following situations:

• Email sign-ups — when you join our mailing list, we collect your email address.

• Contact forms — when you contact us, we collect your name, email, and the information you submit.

• Comments or feedback — if comments are enabled, we may collect your name and any content you provide.

• Purchases — when you buy our services, we collect your name, business details, billing address, email, payment information, and order preferences.

You do not need to provide personal information to browse the Site, but certain features will not be available without it.

2.2 Information We Collect Automatically

(a) Log Data & Analytics

Our systems automatically record:

• IP address

• Browser type

• Device type

• Pages viewed

• Time spent on the Site

• Referral sources

This information does not personally identify you and is used to improve our Site and services.

(b) Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tools to:

• Improve your browsing experience

• Understand how visitors use our Site

• Optimise our marketing

• Personalise content and ads

We may use third-party cookies from platforms such as Google Analytics, Google Ads, Meta (Facebook), LinkedIn, and others.

You can disable cookies via your browser settings, but some website features may not work as intended.

(c) Advertising & Behavioural Data

If we run ads or sponsored content, advertisers may receive anonymous data about impressions and clicks. We do not share personal information with advertisers.

3. How We Use Your Information

3.1 Use of Personal Information

We use your personal information to:

• Provide and deliver our services

• Process payments

• Send order confirmations and service updates

• Respond to enquiries

• Send marketing emails (if you opt-in)

• Improve our content and services

• Meet legal obligations

We do not sell your personal information.

We only share your personal information with third parties when necessary to run our services (e.g., payment processors, email providers, hosting partners) or when required by law.

3.2 Use of Anonymous or Aggregated Information

Anonymous data helps us:

• Analyse traffic

• Improve the Site

• Diagnose technical issues

• Optimise our marketing

We may share aggregated, non-identifiable data with partners or advertisers.

3.3 Cookies & Third-Party Services

Advertisements, embedded content, or integrations (e.g., YouTube, Meta, Google) may use their own cookies. We do not control these cookies and recommend reviewing the privacy policies of those platforms.

3.4 Legal Requirements & Safety

We may disclose information if:

• Required by law

• Necessary to protect our rights, property, or safety

• Necessary to protect the rights or safety of users or the public

3.5 Business Transfers

If GEO Content or Stack Shift Solutions is acquired or undergoes a restructuring, user information may be transferred as part of the business assets.

4. Security

We implement reasonable technical and organisational safeguards to protect your information. However, no online system is completely secure. We cannot guarantee absolute protection against unauthorised access or breaches.

5. Third-Party Websites

Our Site may contain links to other websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party sites. Please review their policies before providing personal information.

6. Your Rights (NZ Privacy Act 2020)

Under New Zealand privacy law, you have the right to:

• Access the personal information we hold about you

• Request corrections to your information

• Request deletion where applicable

• Withdraw consent for marketing communications

Contact us with privacy concerns

To exercise these rights, contact us at: [email protected]

7. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements.

Changes will be posted on the Site with an updated “Last Updated” date. Continued use of the Site indicates acceptance of the revised Policy.

If you subscribe to our email list, we may notify you of significant changes via email.

8. Contact Information

For questions about this Policy or how we handle personal information, please contact us at:

Email: [email protected]

Website: geocontent.co.nz

Operated by Stack Shift Solutions (New Zealand)