Last updated: June 2025

1. Information We Collect

   • Account & Contact Information: If users sign up or contact us, we may collect name, email, and other voluntary details.

   • Usage & Technical Data: Automatically via cookies and analytics—IP address, browser type, device IDs, timestamps.

   • User Content: Messages, uploads, feedback you share through the site.

2. How We Use Data

   • To provide, monitor, maintain, and improve our service.

   • To communicate with you: service updates, newsletters, support.

   • To protect against fraud, misuse, and comply with laws.

3. Cookies & Tracking
   We use cookies and similar technologies. You may manage preferences via browser settings.

4. Data Sharing

   • Service Providers: Hosting, analytics, support.

   • Legal or Safety Reasons: If required by law or to protect rights.

   • Business Transfers: In event of M&A or reorganization.

   • We do not sell personal data.

5. International Transfer & Storage
   Data may be stored in the country you reside (e.g. US); transferred securely worldwide.

6. Your Rights
   Depending on jurisdiction, you have rights to access, correct, delete, restrict, or port personal data, and withdraw consent. To exercise these, contact us at admin@elitediagnostics.nz.

7. Data Retention & Deletion
   We retain data only as long as needed for services, legal requirements, or abuse prevention. You may request deletion via email.

8. Security
   We implement industry-standard security measures (encryption, access controls) to protect data. However, no system is completely secure.

9. Children
   Our services are not for those under 13. We do not knowingly collect data from children.

10. Policy Changes
    We may update this policy. Changes are effective upon posting; continued use constitutes acceptance.