Privacy Policy
Last Updated: 2026
Welcome to Torch Relay (torchrelay.org.nz). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring you have a positive experience on our website. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our site, which provides reviews and recommendations for betting sites in New Zealand.
Information We Collect
We collect information from you in several ways:
- Personal Information: When you contact us or subscribe to our newsletter, we may collect your name and email address.
- Technical Information: We automatically collect your IP address, browser type, operating system, and referral source.
- Cookies: We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience. See our Cookie Policy section below for details.
- Usage Data: We track pages visited, time spent on site, links clicked, and other engagement metrics to understand how you use our website.
How We Use Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- Analytics: To analyze website traffic, user behavior, and performance using tools like Google Analytics.
- Affiliate Tracking: To track clicks and referrals to affiliated betting sites and casinos to process commissions and optimize our recommendations.
- Site Improvement: To enhance the quality, functionality, and content of our website based on user feedback and behavior.
- Communication: To respond to inquiries and send newsletters or updates (only with your consent).
Cookie Policy
Torch Relay uses the following types of cookies:
- Essential Cookies: Required for site functionality, security, and navigation.
- Analytics Cookies: Used to track visitor behavior and website performance (e.g., Google Analytics).
- Affiliate Cookies: Placed by third-party betting sites and affiliate networks to track referrals and commissions.
- Marketing Cookies: Used for advertising and remarketing purposes.
Opt-Out Options: You can control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent. Please note that disabling essential cookies may affect site functionality. You may also opt out of Google Analytics tracking by using the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
Third-Party Links
Torch Relay contains links to external betting sites, casinos, and affiliate partners. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third-party websites. We encourage you to review their individual privacy policies before providing any personal information. Your interactions with third-party sites are governed by their own terms and policies, not ours.
Your Rights
As a resident of New Zealand, you have certain rights regarding your personal information:
- Right of Access: You may request access to the personal information we hold about you.
- Right of Correction: You may request that we correct inaccurate or incomplete information.
- Right of Deletion: You may request deletion of your personal data, subject to legal obligations.
- Right to Object: You may object to the processing of your information for marketing or analytics purposes.
If you are located in the EU or UK, additional rights under GDPR may apply. If you are in the US, CCPA or similar state privacy laws may provide additional protections. Please contact us to exercise any of these rights.
Data Retention
We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy. Analytics data is typically retained for up to 26 months. Affiliate tracking cookies expire according to the third-party affiliate network's policies. Contact information collected for newsletters will be retained until you unsubscribe. You may request deletion of your data at any time by contacting us.
Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at:
Email: [email protected]
We will respond to your inquiry within 20 working days in compliance with New Zealand privacy standards.