Privacy Policy – Neilson Meadery

1. Introduction

Neilson Meadery respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you visit our website or purchase products from us.

By using our website, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following personal information:

  • Full name

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Billing and shipping address

  • Payment information

  • Order history

  • IP address and browser information

  • Any information you provide when contacting us

We only collect information necessary to provide our products and services.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Process and deliver orders

  • Verify legal drinking age requirements

  • Communicate about orders or enquiries

  • Improve our website and customer experience

  • Send marketing emails (only if you opt in)

  • Prevent fraud or unlawful activity

  • Meet legal obligations under New Zealand law

4. Payment Security

Payments are processed through secure third-party payment providers.

Neilson Meadery does not store full credit card or payment details on our servers.

5. Cookies & Website Analytics

Our website may use cookies and analytics tools to improve website performance and user experience.

Cookies may collect:

  • Browser type

  • Device information

  • Pages visited

  • Time spent on the website

You may disable cookies through your browser settings, though some website functions may not operate correctly.

6. Marketing Communications

If you subscribe to our mailing list, we may send:

  • Product updates

  • Promotions

  • News and announcements

You may unsubscribe at any time using the unsubscribe link included in emails.

We will not sell or rent your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.

7. Sharing Your Information

We may share your information with trusted third parties where necessary to operate our business, including:

  • Payment processors

  • Courier and delivery providers

  • Website hosting providers

  • Email marketing platforms

  • Legal or regulatory authorities where required by law

These third parties are provided with the information necessary to perform their services.

8. Storage & Protection of Information

We take reasonable steps to protect your personal information from:

  • Loss

  • Unauthorized access

  • Misuse

  • Disclosure

  • Alteration

However, no online transmission or electronic storage system can be guaranteed completely secure.

9. Access & Correction

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

  • Request access to your personal information

  • Request correction of inaccurate information

To make a request, contact us or use the details below.

10. Alcohol Sales & Age Verification

As a licensed alcohol seller, Neilson Meadery may request proof of age before completing an order or delivery.

Failure to provide valid identification may result in cancellation of the order.

11. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites.

Neilson Meadery is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of external websites.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.

Changes will be published here and will be effective immediately.

13. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or your personal information, contact us directly or use the form below.

Neilson Meadery
Eltham, Taranaki, New Zealand
Email: neilson.meadery@gmail.com