Privacy Policy - SweetMeet.nz
Last updated: 01 December 2025
SweetMeet.nz (“SweetMeet”, “we”, “our”, “us”) values your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your data when you use our website, mobile applications, or any other related services (collectively, “our services”).
By using our services, you agree to this Privacy Policy and to the collection and use of information in accordance with the New Zealand Privacy Act 2020.
1. Who We Are
SweetMeet.nz is a New Zealand-based online dating and social connection platform designed to help adults meet others for friendships, dating, or relationships.
SweetMeet is available only to individuals aged 18 years or older.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Information You Provide
When you create an account or update your profile, we may collect:
~ Basic details such as your name, username, age, gender, and location
~ Contact details, including your email address or phone number (used for verification, security, fraud prevention, or notifications)
~ Profile content such as photos, videos, descriptions, and preferences
~ Sensitive information that you choose to provide (e.g. sexual orientation, ethnicity, lifestyle details). By submitting this information, you consent to our processing of it.
2.2 Information Automatically Collected
~ IP address and device data – used to manage our servers, prevent abuse, and gather anonymous statistics
~ Cookies and local storage – used for login sessions, remembering preferences, and improving performance
~ Usage information – such as when you log in, interact with others, or view pages
~ Location data (if you enable it) – used to show nearby matches. You can disable location access at any time in your device settings.
2.2 Information Automatically Collected
If you link a social media account (e.g. Facebook Login or Google Sign-In), we may receive limited profile information such as your name or photo for account creation.
3. How We Use Your Information
We process your data to:
~ Provide, personalise, and improve our services
~ Display your profile and connect you with other users
~ Send you notifications, updates, or support messages
~ Detect, investigate, and prevent fraud, abuse, or violations of our Terms and Conditions
~ Comply with legal obligations and respond to legitimate law-enforcement requests
We may also use aggregated and anonymised information for analytics and service improvements.
4. Legal Basis for Processing
We rely on the following grounds:
~ Contractual necessity – to deliver the services you’ve registered for
~ Legitimate interests – to operate a safe and functional platform
~ Consent – for optional activities such as newsletters or special promotions (you may withdraw consent at any time)
~ Legal compliance – where required to meet regulatory obligations
5. Disclosure of Information
We do not sell or rent your personal data.
We may share limited data only:
~ With service providers assisting us in hosting, payments, security, or communications
~ With law enforcement or regulatory authorities where required by law or to protect our users from harm or fraud
~ In aggregate or anonymised form with advertisers or analytics partners (eg Google Analytics), without identifying individual users
6. Security
We apply technical and organisational safeguards to protect your information from unauthorised access, alteration, or disclosure.
While no online system is completely secure, we continuously review and improve our security measures.
7. Data Retention
Your information is retained for as long as you maintain an account with us, or as needed to comply with legal obligations.
When you delete your account, most personal information is permanently removed within 30 days, though certain records (e.g. for legal, safety, or fraud-prevention purposes) may be retained longer.
8. Your Rights
Under the New Zealand Privacy Act 2020, you have the right to:
We may share limited data only:
~ Request access to your personal information
~ Request correction of any inaccurate or outdated information
~ Withdraw consent for optional uses (such as marketing)
~ Delete your account and personal data at any time
Requests can be made by contacting our Privacy Officer (details below).
9. Children’s Privacy
SweetMeet.nz is strictly for adults aged 18 and over.
Any account found to belong to a minor will be removed immediately.
10. Cookies & Tracking
We use cookies to keep you logged in and to improve your experience.
Third-party analytics providers may set their own cookies.
You can manage or delete cookies through your browser settings, but some site features may not work properly without them.
11. Advertising Partners
We may display advertising from third-party networks.
Advertisers may use cookies or device identifiers to deliver relevant advertising, but no personally identifying data is shared, and targeting is based on anonymised or contextual information only.
12. Public Areas & Messaging
Be cautious when sharing personal information in public areas (e.g. forums or chatrooms).
Private messages are stored securely and accessible only to the sender and recipient.
SweetMeet.nz staff may review or monitor messages only where reasonably necessary to investigate abuse, spam, fraud, or legal matters, and in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
13. International Data Transfers
Our servers are located in New Zealand.
If our service providers are located overseas, we ensure they meet comparable privacy standards as required under the Privacy Act 2020.
14. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
When we make material changes, we will post a notice on the website or notify you via email.
15. Contact Us
If you have questions, requests, or complaints about this Privacy Policy, please contact:
Privacy Officer – SweetMeet.nz
Email: privacy@sweetmeet.nz
We aim to respond to privacy-related enquiries within a reasonable timeframe, and in accordance with the Privacy Act 2020.
