Privacy Policy

Introduction

Te Kete Ako ("we", "us", "our") is committed to protecting your privacy and complying with the Privacy Act 2020 (New Zealand). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information when you use our website and services.

By using Te Kete Ako, you consent to the collection and use of your information as described in this policy.

Information We Collect

Personal Information

When you create an account, we collect:

• Email address
• Name (optional)
• School affiliation (optional)
• Teaching role and subjects (optional)
• Year levels taught (optional)

Usage Information

We automatically collect:

• Resources viewed and downloaded
• Browser type and device information
• Pages visited and time spent on site
• IP address and general location (city/region level only)

How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Provide access to educational resources
• Maintain your personal "kete" of saved resources
• Improve our website and resources based on usage patterns
• Send important service updates (if you opt-in)
• Respond to your support requests
• Ensure security and prevent misuse

We will never: Sell your personal information, share it with third parties for marketing purposes, or use it for purposes other than operating Te Kete Ako.

Data Storage & Security

Your data is:

• Stored securely: Using industry-standard encryption (Supabase, AWS infrastructure)
• Access-controlled: Only authorized personnel can access user data
• Backed up regularly: To prevent data loss
• Protected: We use HTTPS encryption for all data transmission

Cookies & Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Keep you logged in
• Remember your preferences
• Understand how you use our site (anonymized analytics)

You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but this may affect site functionality.

Your Rights (Privacy Act 2020)

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

• Access: Request a copy of your personal information
• Correction: Ask us to correct inaccurate information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your account and data
• Portability: Receive your data in a portable format
• Objection: Object to certain uses of your data

To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@tekete.co.nz

Children's Privacy

Te Kete Ako is designed for teachers and educational use. We do not knowingly collect personal information from students under 13 without verified parental consent. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.

Third-Party Services

We use the following trusted third-party services:

• Supabase: Database and authentication (PostgreSQL, hosted on AWS)
• Netlify: Website hosting and deployment
• Google Fonts: Typography (no personal data collected)

These services have their own privacy policies and security measures. We've chosen partners that prioritize data protection.

Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. If you delete your account, we will delete your personal information within 30 days, except where we're required by law to retain it longer.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We'll notify you of significant changes by email or through a notice on our website. Your continued use after changes means you accept the updated policy.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data:

Email: privacy@tekete.co.nz
Website: tekete.co.nz

You may also contact the New Zealand Privacy Commissioner if you have concerns: privacy.org.nz

"Kia tūpato, kia mataara"

Be cautious, be vigilant