Privacy Policy
Last Updated: January 2026
Le Courier ("we," "us," "our," or "Company") operates the lecourier.co.nz website. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website dedicated to reviewing and recommending the best online pokies in New Zealand.
Information We Collect
We collect information in the following ways:
- Personal Information: When you voluntarily submit contact forms, sign up for newsletters, or interact with our site, we may collect your name, email address, and other information you provide.
- Technical Information: We automatically collect your IP address, browser type, operating system, referral URL, and pages visited on our website.
- Cookies: We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience and track affiliate referrals.
- Usage Data: We collect information about how you interact with our content, links clicked, time spent on pages, and other engagement metrics.
How We Use Information
We use the collected information for the following purposes:
- To provide, maintain, and improve our website and services
- To conduct analytics and understand user behavior and preferences
- To track affiliate referrals and commission earnings from partnered online casinos
- To send promotional communications and newsletters (with your consent)
- To comply with legal obligations and resolve disputes
- To detect and prevent fraudulent activity and security breaches
Cookie Policy
Our website uses the following types of cookies:
- Essential Cookies: Required for site functionality and security
- Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our site (Google Analytics)
- Affiliate Tracking Cookies: Track referrals to partnered online casinos and gambling operators
- Marketing Cookies: Used for retargeting and personalized advertising
You can control cookies through your browser settings and opt-out of non-essential cookies. Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent. Please note that disabling cookies may affect site functionality.
Third-Party Links
Our website contains affiliate links to online casinos, pokie sites, and other gambling operators. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third-party websites. When you click on affiliate links and visit external sites, their respective privacy policies apply. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information or engaging in gambling activities.
Your Rights
Under New Zealand privacy law and the Privacy Act 2020, you have the right to:
- Access your personal information held by us
- Request correction of inaccurate information
- Request deletion of your personal information
- Opt-out of marketing communications
- Lodge a complaint with the Office of the Privacy Commissioner if you believe your privacy has been breached
If you are located in the EU or UK, GDPR provisions apply. If you are in the US, CCPA and state-specific privacy laws may apply to your data.
Data Retention
We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, comply with legal obligations, or resolve disputes. Analytics and cookie data are typically retained for up to 24 months. You may request deletion of your personal data at any time, subject to legal retention requirements.
Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at:
Email: privacy@lecourier.co.nz
We will respond to your inquiry within 20 working days in accordance with the Privacy Act 2020.