Celebrants Aotearoa (Te Kāhui Ārahi Ritenga o Aotearoa) is committed to protecting your privacy. This policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights under the New Zealand Privacy Act 2020.

What information we collect

We collect personal information in the following ways:

When you use our website, we may collect your IP address, browser type, and pages visited. This helps us understand how people use our site and improve it over time.

When you enquire about membership or submit a form, we collect your name, email address, and any other details you provide.

When you become a member, we collect your contact details, professional information, and payment details as part of the membership process. This information is stored securely in our membership management system.

How we use your information

We use your information to manage your membership, send you relevant communications about CANZ news, events and professional development, respond to your enquiries, and maintain our public celebrant directory.

We do not sell, rent or share your personal information with third parties except where required by law.

Cookies

Our website uses cookies to remember your preferences and improve your experience. You can disable cookies in your browser settings, though this may affect some website features.

Your rights

Under the New Zealand Privacy Act 2020, you have the right to access the personal information we hold about you and to ask us to correct it if it is wrong.

To make a request, email us at support@celebrantsaotearoa.co.nz. We will respond within 20 working days.

 

Contact us: If you have any questions about this policy or how we handle your information, please contact us at support@celebrantsaotearoa.co.nz.

This policy was last updated in May 2026.