Last Updated: 30 December 2025
Introduction
Welcome to JobNow.nz (“we,” “our,” or “us”). We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website https://jobnow.nz/ and use our services.
By using JobNow.nz, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.
Information We Collect
Information You Provide to Us
We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide when you:
- Subscribe to our newsletter
- Contact us through our contact forms
- Participate in surveys or research
- Create an account (if applicable)
- Submit salary data or career information
This information may include:
- Name
- Email address
- Job title and industry
- Salary information (anonymized)
- Location
- Any other information you choose to provide
Information Collected Automatically
When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain information about your device, including:
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Operating system
- Pages visited and time spent on pages
- Referring website addresses
- Device identifiers
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to collect this information. See our Cookie Policy below for more details.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Provide, maintain, and improve our services
- Send you newsletters, salary insights, and career guidance (with your consent)
- Respond to your inquiries and provide customer support
- Analyze website usage and trends to improve user experience
- Compile aggregated salary data and career statistics
- Detect, prevent, and address technical issues or fraudulent activity
- Comply with legal obligations
How We Share Your Information
We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information in the following circumstances:
With Your Consent
We may share your information when you give us explicit permission to do so.
Aggregated and Anonymized Data
We may share aggregated, anonymized data that cannot identify you personally for research, industry reports, and salary benchmarking.
Service Providers
We may share information with third-party service providers who assist us with:
- Website hosting
- Email delivery services
- Analytics (e.g., Google Analytics)
- Payment processing (if applicable)
These providers are contractually obligated to protect your information and use it only for the services they provide to us.
Legal Requirements
We may disclose your information if required by law or in response to:
- Court orders or legal processes
- Requests from government authorities
- Protection of our rights, property, or safety
- Investigation of fraud or security issues
Business Transfers
If JobNow.nz is involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred. We will notify you before your information becomes subject to a different privacy policy.
Data Retention
We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law.
When we no longer need your information, we will securely delete or anonymize it.
Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:
Under the New Zealand Privacy Act 2020
You have the right to:
- Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
- Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
- Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal obligations)
- Object: Object to our processing of your personal information
- Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent for marketing communications at any time
- Complain: Lodge a complaint with the Office of the Privacy Commissioner
To exercise these rights, please contact us at [email protected].
Cookie Policy
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit our website. They help us understand how you use our site and improve your experience.
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies: Required for the website to function properly
Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our site (e.g., Google Analytics)
Functional Cookies: Remember your preferences and settings
Marketing Cookies: Track your activity for targeted content (if applicable)
Managing Cookies
You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.
To opt out of Google Analytics, visit: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.
However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.
Children’s Privacy
JobNow.nz is not intended for children under 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such information, please contact us immediately.
International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries outside New Zealand. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by:
- Posting the new policy on this page
- Updating the “Last Updated” date
- Sending an email notification (for material changes)
We encourage you to review this policy periodically.