Privacy Policy

Last updated: 13 July 2025

TheIdeaLoft.nz ("we", "us", "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information when you use our site.

1. Information We Collect

• Account details: Real name (required at registration, not publicly displayed), email address, and your chosen alias (displayed on the site).
• User content: Images, chat messages, news posts, blog posts, and any other content you upload or create.
• Technical info: IP address, device/browser information (collected automatically for security and troubleshooting).
• AI interactions: Content generated by or submitted to AI features.

2. How We Use Your Information

• To provide, operate, and improve TheIdeaLoft.nz.
• To display user content under your alias.
• To manage accounts and respond to user requests.
• To moderate content and enforce community guidelines.
• To generate and display AI-powered content (with appropriate disclaimers).
• To comply with legal requirements.

3. Disclosure of Information

• We do not sell or share your personal information with third parties, except:
• As required by law or to comply with legal obligations.
• With trusted service providers for hosting, security, or technical support (all data is stored in New Zealand).
• Some data may be processed by third-party AI providers for the purpose of generating images or other AI outputs.

4. Cookies and Tracking

• We may use cookies for authentication and security.
• We do not use third-party analytics or advertising cookies.

5. Data Storage and Security

• All data is stored in New Zealand.
• We use reasonable security measures to protect your information.

6. Your Rights

• You may access, update, or request deletion of your personal information at any time by contacting [email protected].
• You may request a copy of your personal data.

7. Children

• TheIdeaLoft.nz is only for users aged 16 and over. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16.

8. Changes to This Policy

• We may update this policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page.

9. Contact

For privacy questions or requests, email [email protected].