Statistics New Zealand is committed to protecting the privacy and security of visitors to the Statistics NZ website.
Reporting
Each time a visitor comes to our website, we collect some basic technical information about them, such as the visitor's domain name, referral data, and browser type. This information is aggregated with information from other visitors for management reporting purposes and to assist in the development of the website.
The aggregated data is stored in a database managed by Nielsen Online. Reports created by the analysis software are accessed by authorised staff within our agency. Nielsen Online operates, and is bound to, a strict privacy policy, which they have signed with Statistics NZ.
Cookies
The Infoshare application on this site uses temporary cookies (files that a website transfers to your computer) to hold information related to the tables you are currently viewing and maintain some of the formatting options you have selected. The cookie does not store any personal data and is immediately deleted when you close your web browser. If you prefer not to use cookies, you can still use this website. Check the Help instructions in your web browser to find out how to disable cookies.
External links
Statistics NZ is not responsible for the privacy practices or the content of linked websites.
Security
Our website has security measures in place to prevent the loss, misuse, and alteration of information under our control.
Subscriber information
On some pages, visitors are asked to provide some personal details, such as name and address. Personal details are only asked for when visitors are purchasing products or participating in discussion forums where registration is required. This information is kept secure within Statistics NZ and is not disclosed to other parties.
Confidentiality of information collected under the Statistics Act 1975
This site contains summaries of confidential information collected from individuals and businesses. The confidentiality of this information is protected under the Statistics Act 1975. For further details see confidentiality of information supplied to Statistics New Zealand.
Further information
If you have any further questions about privacy on this website, contact: info@stats.govt.nz or an information consultant on +64-4-931 4600.