Privacy Policy — Mealings Architecture

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Last updated: 23rd November 2025

Mealings Architecture (“we”, “us”, or “our”) is committed to protecting your personal information and complying with the New Zealand Privacy Act 2020, and where applicable, the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) for overseas clients.

This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights regarding your personal data.

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1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following personal information when you visit our website or engage our architectural services:

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Information you provide directly

• Name

• Email address

• Phone number

• Postal or project address

• Project details, drawings, and related documentation

• Billing and payment information

• Any information provided through contact forms or email enquiries

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Information collected automatically (website analytics)

Via Wix, Google Analytics, Wix Analytics, or Meta Pixel:

• IP address

• Device and browser type

• Pages viewed

• Time spent on our website

• Referral source

• General location (non-identifiable)

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Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies to:

• Improve website performance

• Remember your preferences

• Analyse site traffic

• Support marketing and advertising tools

You can manage or decline cookies through your browser settings or our cookie banner (if applicable).

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2. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal information to:

• Respond to your enquiries

• Provide architectural services

• Prepare quotes, proposals, and contracts

• Manage your project and communicate updates

• Process payments and billing

• Improve our website and services through analytics

• Maintain records for legal and compliance purposes

• Send marketing communications (only if you opt in)

We do not sell your personal information.

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3. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR — if applicable)

If you are an overseas client, we process your information under the following legal bases:

• Contractual necessity – to provide architectural services or respond to enquiries

• Legitimate interests – to operate and improve our business

• Consent – for optional marketing and cookie preferences

• Compliance with legal obligations

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4. How We Store and Protect Information

Your data is stored securely through:

• Wix platform security

• Encrypted systems (where applicable)

• Password-protected software and devices

We retain your information only for as long as needed for:

• The purpose it was collected

• Legal, accounting, and tax requirements

• Project documentation obligations

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5. Sharing Your Information

We may share your information only with:

• Consultants or contractors involved in your project

• Local councils or regulatory authorities

• Payment processors

• IT and website service providers (e.g., Wix, Google)

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All third-party providers must comply with privacy and data-protection standards.

We do not share personal information for unrelated marketing purposes.

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6. International Data Transfers

Because our website is hosted on the Wix platform, your information may be processed on servers located outside New Zealand.

Wix provides industry-standard security and complies with data-protection frameworks, including GDPR.

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7. Your Rights

Under the New Zealand Privacy Act, you have the right to:

• Access your personal information

• Request correction of your information

• Withdraw consent for marketing

• Ask how your information is used

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If you are outside NZ (GDPR):

You may also have the right to:

• Request deletion (“right to be forgotten”)

• Restrict processing

• Data portability

• Object to certain processing activities

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To request any of these rights, contact us at:
hayleymealings@gmail.com

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8. Marketing Communications

We only send marketing emails if you have opted in.
You can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the link in our emails or contacting us directly.

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9. Links to External Websites

Our website may contain links to external sites.
We are not responsible for their privacy practices.

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10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
The latest version will always be published on our website.

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11. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please contact:

Mealings Architecture
Kerikeri, New Zealand
Phone: +64 21 299 8929
Email: hayleymealings@gmail.com