Who we are

Best Auckland (bestauckland.com) is a curated local directory and guide to the best places, experiences and things to do in Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland, New Zealand. We are an independent publication, not affiliated with any business, tourism board or advertising network.

What information we collect

We collect minimal information to operate the site. This includes:

• Email addresses you voluntarily submit via our newsletter signup
• Anonymous usage data via Google Analytics (pages visited, time on site, device type)
• Cookies set by third-party services including Google Analytics and Google AdSense
• Information you provide if you submit a place for listing consideration

We do not collect names, phone numbers, payment information or any sensitive personal data through this site.

How we use your information

• Email addresses: to send our newsletter. You can unsubscribe at any time.
• Analytics data: to understand how people use the site and improve it
• Cookies: to enable site functionality and serve relevant advertising

We do not sell, rent or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes.

Cookies

This site uses cookies. These are small text files stored on your device that help us understand site usage and deliver advertising. You can control cookies through your browser settings.

Third-party services that may set cookies on this site include:

• Google Analytics: anonymous site usage tracking
• Google AdSense: advertising
• Affiliate partners (Ticketmaster, Eventbrite, Hotels.com, Trivago, Viator, Booking.com), when you click affiliate links

Affiliate links

Some links on Best Auckland are affiliate links, including some BOOK buttons on the school holiday planner. If you buy through one we may earn a small commission from the seller. You pay the same price. We only link to things we would send a friend to, and the link never decides what goes on the list.

Advertising

This site displays advertising via Google AdSense. Google may use cookies to serve ads based on your prior visits to this site or other sites. You can opt out of personalised advertising by visiting Google’s Ads Settings.

Third-party links

Best Auckland links to external websites including business websites, booking platforms and social media. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites and encourage you to read their privacy policies.

Data retention

Newsletter email addresses are retained until you unsubscribe. Analytics data is retained per Google Analytics’ standard retention policies. We do not store any other personal data.

Your rights

You have the right to access, correct or delete any personal information we hold about you. To make a request, contact us at the address below. We will respond within 30 days.

Changes to this policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated date. Continued use of the site after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.