Cookie Policy

How we use cookies and how you can manage your preferences.

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1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how Refreshdyn ("we", "us", "our") uses cookies and similar technologies on the website refreshdyn.world. It should be read alongside our Privacy Policy.

2. What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help the site remember your preferences, understand how you use the site, and improve your experience. Similar technologies include localStorage, sessionStorage, and pixel tags.

3. Data Controller

Refreshdyn
37 Domett Street, Westport 7825, New Zealand
Email: community@refreshdyn.world
Phone: +64 3 789 7043

4. Legal Framework

Where cookies or similar technologies collect personal information, that information is handled in accordance with the Privacy Act 2020 (New Zealand) and our Privacy Policy. Non-essential cookies are used only with your consent. For visitors in the European Economic Area, we also comply with applicable GDPR requirements regarding consent and transparency.

5. Categories of Cookies We Use

5.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the website to function. They cannot be disabled. They include:

  • Cookie consent preferences (stored in localStorage)
  • Session management cookies
  • Security cookies

Legal basis: legitimate interest (Article 6(1)(f) GDPR). Retention: up to 12 months.

5.2 Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting anonymous usage data. They are only placed with your consent. Data collected may include:

  • Pages visited and navigation paths
  • Time spent on pages
  • Referral sources
  • Device and browser information

Legal basis: consent (Article 6(1)(a) GDPR). Retention: up to 14 months.

5.3 Marketing Cookies

These cookies are used to deliver relevant content and measure the effectiveness of communications, including advertising campaigns that may direct visitors to this website. They are only placed with your consent. They may track:

  • Content engagement
  • Campaign attribution and ad conversion measurement
  • Return visits

Legal basis: consent under the Privacy Act 2020 and, where applicable, Article 6(1)(a) GDPR. Retention: up to 12 months.

6. Managing Your Preferences

When you first visit our website, a cookie banner allows you to:

  • Accept All — Enable all cookie categories
  • Reject — Disable analytics and marketing cookies; only strictly necessary cookies remain
  • Cookie Settings — Choose individually which non-essential categories to enable

Your preferences are stored in localStorage and remembered for future visits. You can change your preferences at any time by clearing your browser data or contacting us.

7. Browser Controls

Most browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically:

  • View cookies stored on your device
  • Block all or specific cookies
  • Delete cookies when closing the browser
  • Enable "Do Not Track" signals

Please note that blocking strictly necessary cookies may affect website functionality.

8. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies may be set by third-party services we use, such as analytics or advertising measurement providers. These third parties have their own privacy policies and may process personal information according to their terms. We take reasonable steps to ensure third-party providers handle data in line with the Privacy Act 2020 and, where relevant, GDPR requirements through contractual safeguards.

9. Your Rights

Under the Privacy Act 2020 and, where applicable, GDPR, you have the right to:

  • Withdraw consent to non-essential cookies at any time
  • Request access to personal information collected through cookies
  • Request correction or deletion of personal information collected through cookies, subject to legal exceptions
  • Complain to us or to the Office of the Privacy Commissioner (New Zealand) at www.privacy.org.nz

Contact us at community@refreshdyn.world to exercise these rights.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy periodically. The "Last updated" date at the top of this page indicates when the policy was last revised. Continued use of the website after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

11. Contact

For questions about our use of cookies:

Refreshdyn
37 Domett Street, Westport 7825, New Zealand
Email: community@refreshdyn.world
Phone: +64 3 789 7043