Privacy Policy

Last updated: February 2026

Simple version: We collect minimal data (just puzzle preferences stored in your browser), don't share anything with third parties, and respect your privacy. You're in control.

1. Who We Are

[COMPANY NAME] ("we," "us," "our") operates Art Jigsaw Puzzles at [yourdomain.com]. We're based in New Zealand and comply with the Privacy Act 2020.

2. What Data We Collect

Information You Provide

Contact forms: Name and email if you contact us
Preferences: Background color choice (stored locally in your browser)

Automatically Collected Data

Usage data: Pages visited, puzzles played, time spent (via analytics if enabled)
Technical data: Browser type, device type, IP address, referring website
Cookies: Small files to remember your preferences (see Cookie Policy below)

What We DON'T Collect

❌ Personal identifying information (unless you contact us)
❌ Payment information (site is free)
❌ Location data beyond country-level
❌ Social media data

3. How We Use Your Data

We use collected data to:

Provide the service: Load puzzles, remember your preferences
Improve the site: Understand which puzzles are popular, fix bugs
Communicate: Respond to your support requests
Analytics: Measure site performance (if Google Analytics is enabled)

We do NOT:

❌ Sell your data
❌ Share data with advertisers
❌ Send marketing emails (we don't have your email unless you contact us)
❌ Track you across other websites

4. Cookie Policy

What Cookies We Use

Essential: localStorage for background preferences (cannot be disabled, required for site function)
Analytics: Google Analytics cookies (if enabled) - can be disabled in your browser

Managing Cookies

You can disable cookies in your browser settings, though some site features may not work. Your background preference is stored in localStorage (not a cookie) and stays on your device only.

5. Third-Party Services

Google Analytics (If Enabled)

Tracks anonymous usage statistics
Subject to Google's Privacy Policy
Can be blocked with browser extensions

Hosting Provider

Site hosted on [Netlify/Vercel/Your Host]
May collect server logs (IP addresses, access times)
Subject to their privacy policy

6. Data Storage & Security

Local storage: Your preferences stay on your device
Contact data: Stored securely, deleted after 2 years of inactivity
Analytics data: Anonymized and aggregated, retained per Google's policy
Security: HTTPS encryption, regular security updates, minimal data collection

7. Your Rights (New Zealand Privacy Act 2020)

You have the right to:

Access: Request what data we hold about you
Correction: Update incorrect information
Deletion: Request we delete your data
Objection: Object to data processing
Portability: Receive your data in a portable format

To exercise these rights, contact us at [privacy@yourdomain.com]

8. International Users

EU/UK (GDPR)

If you're in the EU or UK, you have additional rights under GDPR including the right to lodge a complaint with your local supervisory authority.

California (CCPA)

California residents have the right to know what personal information is collected and to request deletion.

Australia (Privacy Act 1988)

Australian users' rights are protected under the Australian Privacy Principles.

9. Children's Privacy

Our site is suitable for all ages. We don't knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that a child under 13 has provided us with personal information, we will delete it immediately.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy occasionally. Changes will be posted here with an updated "Last updated" date. Continued use of the site after changes means you accept the updated policy.

11. Contact Us

Questions about this privacy policy? Contact us:

Email: [privacy@yourdomain.com]
Company: [COMPANY NAME]
Address: [Your NZ Address]

This privacy policy complies with the New Zealand Privacy Act 2020, GDPR (EU), CCPA (California), and Australian Privacy Act 1988.