Chapter Privacy Policy

ISACA Auckland Chapter- Privacy Policy

The ISACA Auckland Chapter ("we", "us", "our") is committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal information in accordance with the Privacy Act 2020 (New Zealand). This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your personal information, including data collected through this website.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect personal information from you, such as:

  • Your name

  • Contact information (e.g. email address, phone number)

  • Location (general or IP-based)

  • Your interactions with us (e.g. event registrations, inquiries)

  • Usage data collected automatically (see Section 3 below)

2. Why We Collect Your Information

We collect your information to:

  • Provide updates about ISACA Auckland activities, including professional development events

  • Communicate with members and event participants

  • Administer and improve our services and website

  • Meet our legal and compliance obligations

3. Cookies and Analytics

Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience.

Cookies

Cookies are small data files stored on your device. We use both session and persistent cookies for:

  • Website functionality (e.g. navigation, login sessions)

  • Understanding how visitors interact with our site

  • Improving site performance

By continuing to use our website, you consent to the use of cookies. You can modify your browser settings to block or delete cookies at any time, although some site features may not work correctly as a result.

Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics, a web analytics service provided by Google LLC, to collect data on how users interact with our website. This may include:

  • IP address (anonymised before storage)

  • Browser type and operating system

  • Pages visited and time spent on the site

  • Referring websites

This data is used in aggregate form to help us understand website usage trends and improve user experience. Google Analytics may store this information on servers outside New Zealand. For more information, please refer to Google’s Privacy Policy and how Google uses information from sites.

You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

4. How We Store and Share Your Information

Your information is stored securely using trusted third-party platforms. Access is restricted to authorised ISACA Auckland Volunteers and Board Members where necessary for Chapter operations.

We do not sell or share your personal information with third parties unless required by law or with your explicit consent.

5. Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Request a copy of any personal information we hold about you

  • Ask us to correct information you believe is inaccurate

  • Withdraw your consent to data processing (where applicable)

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at:

Email: secretary@isaca.org.nz

6. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.