Last updated: June 2026 — Scott Tūhoe, Patinadesain

Privacy Policy

Effective Date: January 1, 2026

Website: patinadesain.com

Responsible Party: Scott Tūhoe

This Privacy Policy describes how patinadesain.com collects, uses, stores, and protects the personal information of visitors to our website. By accessing or using patinadesain.com, you acknowledge that you have read and understood the terms outlined in this policy. If you do not agree with any part of this policy, please discontinue your use of our website.

Who We Are

Patinadesain is an independent online casino review platform operated by Scott Tūhoe, providing New Zealand players with editorial reviews, comparisons, and information about online gambling services. We are not a gambling operator and we do not process any financial gaming transactions. Our website is intended for informational and entertainment purposes only, for users aged 18 and over.

Information We Collect

Patinadesain.com may collect the following types of information when you visit our website:

• Automatically collected data: IP addresses, browser type, operating system, referring URLs, pages visited, time spent on pages, and other standard web log data.
• Cookies and tracking data: Information gathered through cookies, pixel tags, and similar tracking technologies as described in the Cookies section below.
• Voluntarily submitted data: If you contact us via email or any contact form, we may collect your name, email address, and the content of your message.
• Analytics data: Aggregated, anonymised behavioural data collected through third-party analytics platforms.

We do not knowingly collect personal data from individuals under the age of 18.

How We Use Your Information

The information collected by patinadesain.com is used for the following purposes:

• To operate, maintain, and improve the functionality of our website.
• To analyse user behaviour and traffic patterns in order to enhance user experience.
• To respond to enquiries or correspondence submitted directly to us.
• To comply with applicable legal obligations and enforce our terms.
• To monitor and prevent fraudulent, abusive, or unlawful activity on our platform.

Cookies

Patinadesain.com uses cookies to enhance user experience and gather analytical data. Cookies are small text files stored on your device by your web browser. We use the following types of cookies:

• Essential cookies: Required for the basic operation of the website.
• Analytics cookies: Used to track visitor behaviour anonymously, including tools such as Google Analytics.
• Advertising and affiliate cookies: Placed by third-party affiliate partners when you click on links to casino operators we review.

You may disable or manage cookies through your browser settings at any time. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of patinadesain.com.

Third-Party Links and Affiliate Relationships

Patinadesain.com contains links to external gambling operators, casino platforms, and other third-party websites. When you click on these links, you will be directed away from our website to an independently operated platform. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of any third-party websites. We strongly encourage you to review the privacy policy of any external site you visit. Patinadesain.com participates in affiliate marketing programmes and may receive compensation when users access third-party platforms via links on our site.

Analytics

We use Google Analytics and may use other analytics services to understand how visitors interact with patinadesain.com. These services collect anonymised data including page views, session duration, and traffic sources. This data is processed in accordance with the respective provider's privacy policy. You may opt out of Google Analytics tracking by using the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have rights regarding your personal data. These may include:

• The right to access personal data we hold about you.
• The right to request correction or deletion of your personal data.
• The right to restrict or object to certain types of data processing.
• The right to data portability where technically applicable.
• Rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) if you are located in the European Economic Area.
• Rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) if you are a California resident.

New Zealand users are also protected under the Privacy Act 2020, which governs the collection, use, and disclosure of personal information in New Zealand.

Data Retention and Security

Patinadesain.com retains personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by applicable law. We implement reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect your data against unauthorised access, loss, or disclosure. However, no method of data transmission over the internet is entirely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

Patinadesain.com reserves the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes will be published on this page with a revised effective date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.

Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests relating to this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact the responsible party directly:

• Name: Scott Tūhoe
• Website: patinadesain.com
• Email: [email protected]

We aim to respond to all legitimate privacy-related enquiries within 30 days of receipt.