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1. Information we collect
When you use the Gebi website or enquire about our services, we may collect:
- Your name and contact details (email address, telephone number).
- Information about your business and your current accounting software.
- Any other information you choose to provide in your enquiry.
Please do not submit sensitive financial information, passwords, IRD numbers, or bank account details through our general website contact form.
2. Why we collect this information
We collect your personal information in order to:
- Respond to your enquiries and provide information about our bookkeeping services.
- Arrange a free introduction or consultation.
- Provide you with an accurate quote for our services.
3. Who we share your information with
We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information with trusted cloud service providers (such as Cloudflare, Google, or our CRM provider) who help us operate our website and manage enquiries. Some of these service providers may store data in secure facilities located overseas.
4. Analytics and advertising
We may use analytics tools (such as Cloudflare Web Analytics) to understand how visitors use our website. These tools may collect basic technical information about your visit. [Note: Review cookie consent requirements if Google Analytics or Meta Pixel are enabled in the future.]
5. How long we keep your information
We retain your enquiry information for [RETENTION PERIOD, e.g., 2 years] to ensure we can reference past communications if you decide to engage our services later. If you become a client, your information will be held in accordance with our formal terms of engagement.
6. Your rights
Under the New Zealand Privacy Act 2020, you have the right to ask for a copy of any personal information we hold about you, and to ask for it to be corrected if you think it is wrong. If you’d like to ask for a copy of your information, or to have it corrected, please contact our Privacy Officer.
7. Contact us
Our Privacy Officer is [NAME AND EMAIL].
You can contact us at: info@gebi.co.nz.
Last updated: [DATE]