Privacy Policy

At Lead Accounting, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or use our services.

1. Definitions

In this Privacy Policy:

• "You/Your" refers to you, the user of this website or recipient of our services;
• "We/Us/Our" refers to Lead Accounting Ltd;
• "Personal Information" means information about an identifiable individual;
• "Website" means leadaccounting.co.nz and all associated pages and services.

2. What Information Do We Collect?

Personal Information

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

• Fill out a contact form or inquiry on our website;
• Register for our services;
• Subscribe to our newsletter or communications;
• Engage with us through email, phone, or in person.

This information may include your name, email address, phone number, postal address, business details, and any other information you choose to provide.

Usage Data

We automatically collect certain information when you visit our website, including IP address, browser type, pages visited, and aggregate usage statistics to assess website popularity and improve performance.

3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies are not used to store personal information, and any non-personal cookie data is not linked to your individual identity. You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences.

4. How Do We Use Your Information?

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• To provide accounting and taxation services;
• To improve our website functionality and user experience;
• To communicate with you about services and updates;
• To comply with legal obligations including IRD requirements;
• To protect our business and prevent fraud.

Personal information is restricted to the purposes for which you have consented under the New Zealand Privacy Act 2020.

5. Do We Share Your Information?

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. Your information is not disclosed to third parties in an identifiable form unless required by law or with your explicit consent. We may share information with trusted service providers who assist us in operating our website and delivering services, under strict confidentiality agreements.

6. How Do We Protect Your Information?

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information, including secure servers, encrypted data transmission, access controls, and staff training on data protection and confidentiality.

7. How Long Do We Keep Your Information?

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy. Data retention follows legal necessity guidelines. When information is no longer required, it will be securely deleted or anonymized.

8. Children's Privacy

Our website and services are not directed to individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

9. Your Privacy Rights

Under the New Zealand Privacy Act 2020, you have the right to:

• Request access to your personal information;
• Request correction of inaccurate information;
• Request deletion of your personal information;
• Object to processing of your information;
• Withdraw consent for marketing communications.