Cookie Policy
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1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work efficiently, improve user experience, and provide information to the owners of the site. Cookies can be "persistent" (remaining on your device for a set period or until manually deleted) or "session" cookies (deleted automatically when you close your browser).
2. How We Use Cookies
HarborPlayNZ uses a minimal number of cookies and similar local storage technologies. We do not use cookies for advertising, tracking across websites, or profiling. Our use of cookies falls into the following categories:
2.1 Essential Cookies
These cookies are strictly necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as:
- Age Verification: Storing your confirmation that you are 18 or older so that the age gate is not shown on every page visit (localStorage key:
hpnz_age_verified) - Cookie Consent: Remembering whether you have accepted or declined our cookie notice (localStorage key:
hpnz_cookie_consent)
These are technically implemented using the browser's localStorage API rather than traditional HTTP cookies, but function in a similar way.
2.2 Functional Cookies
We do not currently use functional cookies beyond the essential items listed above. Should this change, this policy will be updated accordingly.
2.3 Analytics Cookies
HarborPlayNZ does not currently deploy any third-party analytics cookies (such as Google Analytics). If we introduce analytics in the future, we will update this policy and seek your consent where required.
2.4 Advertising / Marketing Cookies
We do not use any advertising, retargeting, or marketing cookies. We do not track you across other websites, and we do not share any browsing data with advertisers.
3. Third-Party Cookies
Our website embeds game content from third-party providers (Play'n GO) via iframes. These third-party services may set their own cookies when you interact with the embedded game. We do not control these cookies and recommend reviewing the respective third-party privacy and cookie policies for further information. Specifically:
- Play'n GO game demos: May use session cookies to maintain game state during play. These are temporary and are typically removed when you close your browser.
4. Cookie Table
| Name | Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
hpnz_age_verified |
localStorage (Essential) | Stores age verification confirmation to prevent repeated prompts | Persistent (until cleared) |
hpnz_cookie_consent |
localStorage (Essential) | Records whether the user accepted or declined the cookie notice | Persistent (until cleared) |
5. Managing Cookies
You have the right to control and manage cookies on your device. Here are your options:
- Browser settings: Most modern browsers allow you to block or delete cookies through their settings menu. Note that blocking essential cookies/localStorage may impair the website's functionality (e.g., the age gate may appear on every visit).
- Our cookie banner: When you first visit our site, a cookie consent banner is displayed. You may click "Decline" to reject non-essential cookies. Since we only use essential storage, the site will function normally either way.
- Clearing localStorage: You can clear your browser's local storage for harborplaynz.com through your browser's developer tools or site settings.
Browser-Specific Instructions
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
- Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions
6. Children's Privacy
This website is intended solely for adults aged 18 and over. We do not knowingly collect data from or set cookies for users under the age of 18. If we become aware that a minor has accessed the platform, we will take steps to remove any associated data.
7. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our business practices. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this page periodically.
8. Your Rights Under New Zealand Law
Under the New Zealand Privacy Act 2020, you have the right to access, correct, and request deletion of your personal information. Since we use only essential localStorage items and do not collect personal data through cookies, your exposure is minimal. However, if you have any concerns, please contact us.
9. Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please reach out:
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: +64 9 801 5432
- Address: Level 3, 22 Quay Street, Auckland CBD, Auckland 1010, New Zealand