Privacy Statement
INZBC Website – Privacy Policy
The India-New Zealand Business Council (INZBC) is committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal information responsibly. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit www.inzbc.org and engage with our membership platform, services, and events.
By using our Website or submitting personal information to us, you agree to the practices described in this Policy.
1. WHO WE ARE
INZBC is a non-profit organisation facilitating trade and investment between India and New Zealand. Our digital platforms support our mission through content, events, communication, and member engagement.
2. INFORMATION WE COLLECT
We collect information to provide better services and enhance user experience. Information may be collected in the following ways:
A. Personal Information
When you register, become a member, or engage with us, we may collect:
Full name
Contact details (email, phone, address)
Job title, organisation, and sector
Payment and billing information (if applicable)
Event registration details
Communication preferences
B. Technical & Usage Data
We may automatically collect:
IP address
Browser type and version
Device information
Pages visited, time on site
Cookies and analytics data
C. Membership & Event Information
We may collect data related to:
Membership applications and renewals
Attendance at events
Contributions to working groups or forums
3. HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION
We use your information to:
Provide access to member-only resources and events
Process registrations and payments
Communicate updates, news, and opportunities
Conduct surveys or member outreach
Maintain internal records and analytics
Comply with legal obligations
4. LEGAL BASIS FOR PROCESSING (NZ & GDPR)
We process your data on the basis of:
Your consent
Contractual necessity (e.g., membership agreements)
Compliance with legal obligations
Legitimate interests (e.g., enhancing member services)
5. DISCLOSURE OF INFORMATION
We do not sell or rent your personal data. We may share it with:
INZBC officers, committees, and authorised staff
Third-party service providers (e.g., payment processors, event platforms)
Government or regulatory bodies where legally required
Partners or co-hosts of INZBC events (with notice or consent)
6. INTERNATIONAL DATA TRANSFERS
Your data may be stored or processed in locations outside New Zealand, including by service providers in jurisdictions with different data protection laws.
We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers, in compliance with the New Zealand Privacy Act 2020 and international standards (e.g., GDPR adequacy decisions).
7. DATA RETENTION
We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by law. This includes legal, accounting, and reporting obligations.
8. YOUR RIGHTS
Under the Privacy Act 2020, and where applicable the EU GDPR, you have the right to:
Access your personal data
Request correction or deletion
Withdraw consent (where processing is based on consent)
Object to or restrict processing
Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority
Requests may be sent to: [Insert Contact Email]
9. COOKIES & ANALYTICS
Our Website uses cookies and similar technologies to improve user experience and analyse usage patterns.
You may manage cookie preferences through your browser. Disabling cookies may affect certain Website functionalities.
We use tools such as Google Analytics to help understand user engagement. Data collected is aggregated and anonymised.
10. DATA SECURITY
We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal information from loss, misuse, and unauthorised access or disclosure.
Despite these measures, no method of transmission or storage is completely secure.
11. THIRD-PARTY LINKS
Our Website may contain links to external sites not operated by INZBC. We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of such websites. Users are encouraged to review the privacy policies of those third parties.
12. CHILDREN’S PRIVACY
Our services are not directed to individuals under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect data from children.
13. CHANGES TO THIS PRIVACY POLICY
We may update this Policy from time to time. All changes will be posted on this page with a new “Last Updated” date.
Material changes will be communicated through prominent notice or direct communication where appropriate.
5. PAYMENTS & USE OF STRIPE
We use Stripe, a third-party payment processor, to securely handle transactions and membership payments made through our Website.
Information Shared with Stripe
When you make a payment, the following information may be provided to Stripe:
Name and contact details
Credit or debit card details
Billing address
Payment amount and transaction metadata
This information is used only for the purpose of processing your payment, fraud prevention, and compliance with financial regulations.
We do not store your complete card details on our servers.
Stripe’s Compliance
Stripe is certified to PCI DSS (Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard) Level 1 and adheres to stringent security protocols. For more information, see Stripe’s Privacy Policy.
Legal Basis for Processing
We rely on contractual necessity and legitimate interests for collecting and sharing payment data, which is essential to providing paid services and managing memberships.
International Transfers
Stripe may process data in jurisdictions outside New Zealand. Stripe maintains appropriate safeguards for international data transfers, including compliance with GDPR, Privacy Shield (where applicable), and standard contractual clauses.
Your Rights
For inquiries regarding your payment data, you may contact us at secretariat@inzbc.org , or you may also contact Stripe directly at privacy@stripe.com.
14. CONTACT US
For privacy-related inquiries, requests, or complaints, please contact:
India-New Zealand Business Council (INZBC)
Email: secretariat@inzbc.org
Address: PO Box: 20092, Glen Eden, Auckland 0641, New Zealand.