Last updated: 22 May 2026

Kiwi Latte (“we”, “us”, “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and share personal information when you visit kiwilatte.co.nz or interact with us. We comply with the New Zealand Privacy Act 2020 and the 13 Information Privacy Principles.

1. Who we are

Kiwi Latte is a New Zealand coffee review and affiliate website operated by Kiwi Latte, based in New Zealand. For privacy-related enquiries, contact us at hello@kiwilatte.co.nz.

2. What information we collect

We collect the following types of personal information:

  • Information you give us directly: name and email address if you subscribe to our newsletter, leave a comment, or contact us through our contact form.
  • Information collected automatically: IP address, browser type, device type, operating system, pages visited, time on site, referring URL. Collected via Google Analytics and similar analytics tools.
  • Cookies: small text files stored on your device for analytics, affiliate link tracking, and improving site performance.

3. Why we collect your information

We use your information to:

  • Send you our newsletter (only if you have subscribed).
  • Reply to your comments and enquiries.
  • Understand how visitors use our site so we can improve it.
  • Track affiliate clicks for commission reporting (we do not see your purchase details).
  • Comply with our legal obligations under New Zealand law.

4. How we store and protect your information

Your information is stored on secure servers operated by our website host. We take reasonable steps to protect personal information from loss, misuse, unauthorised access, modification, and disclosure. Newsletter subscribers’ details are stored in our email service provider which maintains its own security standards.

5. Who we share your information with

We do not sell your personal information. We share information only with:

  • Service providers who help us operate the site (web hosting, email service, analytics).
  • Affiliate partners — only via tracked links. We do not pass your name, email, or contact details to retailers. Retailers see a referral code, not your identity.
  • Law enforcement or regulators if required by New Zealand law.

6. Affiliate links and tracking

Kiwi Latte uses affiliate links. When you click a link to a retailer (such as Harvey Norman NZ, Noel Leeming, JB Hi-Fi, or similar) and make a purchase, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. The retailer’s own privacy policy applies once you click through. See our Affiliate Disclosure for full details.

7. Cookies

We use cookies for:

  • Analytics: to understand site usage patterns (e.g. Google Analytics).
  • Affiliate tracking: to record when a click on our site led to a purchase at a retailer.
  • Site functionality: to remember preferences and improve performance.

You can disable cookies in your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect some site features.

8. Your rights under the Privacy Act 2020

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

  • Access the personal information we hold about you.
  • Request correction of inaccurate information.
  • Unsubscribe from our newsletter at any time (every email contains an unsubscribe link).
  • Lodge a complaint with the Office of the Privacy Commissioner if you believe we have breached your privacy. Visit privacy.org.nz or call 0800 803 909.

To exercise any of these rights, email us at hello@kiwilatte.co.nz. We will respond within 20 working days.

9. Data breach notification

If we experience a privacy breach that is likely to cause serious harm, we will notify affected individuals and the Office of the Privacy Commissioner as required under the Privacy Act 2020.

10. Children’s privacy

Kiwi Latte is not directed at children under 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, contact us and we will remove it.

11. Changes to this policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The “last updated” date at the top reflects the latest version. Significant changes will be communicated via the site or by email to subscribers.

12. Contact

For any questions about this Privacy Policy, email hello@kiwilatte.co.nz.