At Origin Homes we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal information is handled in a safe and responsible manner. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your personal data when you visit our website, www.originhomes.co.nz, use our services, or interact with us in any other way.

1. Information We Collect
   We may collect the following types of information:
   • Personal Identification Information: This may include your name, email address, phone number, mailing address, and other personally identifiable details that you provide to us.
   • Non-Personal Identification Information: This includes information that cannot be used to directly identify you, such as your browser type, device type, IP address, and browsing behaviour on our website.
   • Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our website and collect analytical data.
   
   
2. How We Use Your Information
   We use the information we collect for various purposes, including:
   • To provide, maintain, and improve our website and services.
   • To communicate with you, including sending marketing materials (if you opt-in to receive them).
   • To personalize your experience and provide content that is more relevant to you.
   • To monitor and analyse trends, usage, and activities on the website.
   • To comply with legal obligations and enforce our terms of service.
   
   
3. Sharing Your Information
   We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties, except in the following cases:
   • Service Providers: We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who assist in operating our website and services, such as hosting, analytics, and payment processing. These providers are required to keep your information confidential.
   • Legal Compliance: We may disclose your information if required to do so by law, in response to a legal process, or to protect the rights, property, or safety of Origin Homes, our users, or others.
   • Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of all or a portion of our business, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.
   
   
4. Data Security
   We take reasonable precautions to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or alteration. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
   
   
5. Your Rights and Choices
   Depending on your location and applicable law, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:
   • Access: You can request access to the personal data we hold about you.
   • Correction: You can request that we update or correct any inaccurate or incomplete information.
   • Deletion: You may request that we delete your personal data, subject to certain exceptions.
   • Opt-Out: You can opt-out of receiving marketing communications from us by following the unsubscribe instructions in those emails or by contacting us directly.
   
   
6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
   We use cookies and similar technologies to improve your experience on our website. Cookies are small files stored on your device that help us remember your preferences and improve site functionality.

   You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings. However, disabling certain cookies may affect your experience on our website.

7. International Data Transfers
   If you are located outside of the country in which we operate, please note that your data may be transferred to and processed in other countries. We will take steps to ensure that your data is handled securely and in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
   
   
8. Children’s Privacy
   Origin Homes does not knowingly collect or solicit personal information from anyone under the age of 13. Our website and services are not intended for children, and we do not offer services directly to minors. If we learn that we have inadvertently collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete that information as soon as possible.

   If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately at in**@or*********.nz.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy
   We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date.
   
   
10. Contact Us
    If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal information, please contact us at:

    Origin Homes
    Email: in**@or*********.nz
    Phone: 06 356 9076
    Mailing Address: 19 Kelvin Grove rd