Privacy Policy
Last Updated: January 2026
Academy Lodge Motel ("we," "us," "our," or "Company") operates the academylodgemotel.co.nz website. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, including all related pages, subdomains, and mobile applications (collectively, the "Site").
Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our Site. By accessing and using academylodgemotel.co.nz, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by all the provisions of this Privacy Policy.
Information We Collect
We may collect information about you in a variety of ways. The information we may collect on the Site includes:
- Personal Data: Name, email address, phone number, and physical address when you voluntarily provide it through contact forms or sign-up pages.
- Technical Data: Internet Protocol (IP) address, browser type, Internet Service Provider (ISP), referring/exit pages, operating system, date/time stamps, and clickstream data.
- Cookie Data: Information collected through cookies, web beacons, pixels, and similar tracking technologies (see Cookie Policy below).
- Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on pages, links clicked, searches performed, and other browsing behaviour on our Site.
- Device Data: Device type, unique device identifiers, and mobile network information.
How We Use Information
We use the information we collect for various purposes, including:
- Analytics: To understand how visitors interact with our Site and to improve user experience and Site functionality.
- Affiliate Tracking: To track clicks, referrals, and conversions to LeoVegas and other affiliated gambling platforms, which may include commission tracking and performance reporting.
- Site Improvement: To enhance content, troubleshoot technical issues, and optimize Site performance.
- Communication: To respond to inquiries, send requested information, and provide customer support.
- Marketing: To send promotional materials and updates about our affiliate offerings (with your consent where required).
- Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws, regulations, and legal proceedings.
- Fraud Prevention: To detect, prevent, and address fraudulent activity or security issues.
Cookie Policy
Our Site uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience. Cookies are small text files placed on your device that help us remember your preferences and track your activity.
Types of Cookies We Use:
- Essential Cookies: Required for Site functionality and security.
- Analytics Cookies: Track user behaviour to help us understand how our Site is used.
- Affiliate Tracking Cookies: Monitor referrals and commissions from gambling affiliate partners.
- Marketing Cookies: Used for retargeting and promotional purposes.
- Third-Party Cookies: Set by our partners and service providers.
Opt-Out Options:
You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent. Please note that disabling cookies may affect Site functionality. You may also opt out of analytics tracking through third-party tools such as Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-on.
Third-Party Links
Our Site contains links to third-party websites, including LeoVegas and other online gambling platforms. We are an affiliate website and earn commissions from referrals to these gambling services. However, we are not responsible for the privacy practices, security measures, or content of third-party sites. We strongly encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites before providing personal information or engaging in gambling activities.
Third-party operators of gambling platforms control their own data collection and privacy practices independently from our Site.
Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have certain privacy rights:
- New Zealand Privacy Act 2020: You have the right to access, correct, and request deletion of your personal information held by us.
- EU/UK Residents (GDPR): You have rights including access, rectification, erasure, data portability, and objection to processing.
- US Residents (CCPA/CPRA): You may have rights to know, delete, and opt-out of the sale of personal information.
- Australian Residents (APPs): You have rights under the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth).
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the details provided below.
Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law. Analytics and tracking data may be retained for up to 24 months. You may request deletion of your data at any time, subject to legal obligations and affiliate program requirements.
Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at:
Email: privacy@academylodgemotel.co.nz
We will respond to your request within 20 working days as required by the New Zealand Privacy Act 2020.
This Privacy Policy is current as of January 2026 and may be updated periodically. We encourage you to review this policy regularly for any changes. Continued use of the Site following updates constitutes your acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy.