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LEGAL
Privacy Policy
Effective Date: 11 July 2025
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At Copy By Catherine Ltd, your privacy is important. This policy explains how your personal information is collected, used, and protected when you visit www.copybycatherine.com. This website complies with the New Zealand Privacy Act 2020, and incorporates applicable principles of the GDPR (EU) and CCPA (California).
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What Personal Information I Collect
When you interact with the site, I may collect:
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Your name and email address (e.g. when you sign up to a newsletter, download a freebie, or make a purchase)
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Your billing and shipping address (for digital products)
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Purchase and transaction details
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Device type, browser type, IP address, and behaviour on the site (through analytics tools)
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Referral sources and interaction with ads or embedded content
How I Collect Information
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Directly from you through forms, purchases, comments, or emails
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Automatically through cookies, tracking tools, and analytics platforms
Why I Collect Your Information
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To deliver digital products and services
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To respond to enquiries or provide customer support
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To send marketing emails if you opt in
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To analyse site traffic and improve content
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To track conversions for advertising (e.g. Pinterest Tag, Meta Pixel)
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To comply with legal and financial obligations
Email Marketing
If you subscribe to a free resource, blog update, or purchase a product, you may be added to my email list. Emails may include marketing messages, tips, updates, promotions, or offers. You can unsubscribe at any time via the link in the footer of any email or by contacting catherine@copybycatherine.com.
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Use of Cookies & Tracking Technologies
This website uses cookies and similar technologies to:
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Analyse visitor behaviour (Google Analytics, Pinterest Tag)
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Serve interest-based ads (Mediavine, once activated)
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Enhance user experience
Cookies are small text files placed on your device. You can disable cookies in your browser settings, although some site features may not work correctly.
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Third-Party Tools
Third-party services I may use include:
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Google Analytics
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Meta (Facebook/Instagram) advertising tools
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Pinterest conversion tracking
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Klaviyo (email marketing)
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Stripe or PayPal (for secure payments)
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Mediavine (for ad monetisation, once qualified)
These providers may process data according to their own privacy policies. I do not control or assume responsibility for how these third parties manage your information.
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How Your Information Is Shared
Your data will only be shared with trusted third parties who help operate this site or fulfil services (such as email platforms, payment processors, and ad networks). I do not sell or rent your personal information.
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Information may also be shared:
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To comply with NZ law or international regulations
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In the event of a business restructure, acquisition, or sale
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When required by contract or legal process
Your Rights
Under the NZ Privacy Act 2020, GDPR, and CCPA (where applicable), you have the right to:
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Access and correct your personal information
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Request deletion of your data
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Withdraw consent at any time
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Lodge a complaint with a privacy authority
To exercise any of these rights, contact me at: catherine@copybycatherine.com
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Data Security
I use secure platforms and reasonable measures to safeguard your data. However, no method of online transmission is 100% secure. By using this website, you acknowledge and accept this risk.
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Children's Privacy
This site is not intended for users under the age of 16. I do not knowingly collect personal data from children.
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Policy Updates
This policy may be updated occasionally. Any changes will be posted here. Continued use of the website after changes are made constitutes your acceptance of the revised terms.
Disclosure Statement
Effective Date: 11 July 2025
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This website, www.copybycatherine.com, is owned and operated by Copy By Catherine Ltd, a registered business in New Zealand. The content on this website is for general educational and informational purposes only, reflecting my personal opinions and professional experience as a copywriter, brand strategist, and small business consultant.
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Affiliate Disclosure
Some of the links on this website are affiliate links. This means I may earn a small commission if you click through and make a purchase, at no extra cost to you. I only recommend products or services I personally use or believe will benefit my audience.
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Affiliate programmes I may participate in include (but are not limited to):
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Amazon Associates
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Creative Market
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Canva Pro
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Flodesk
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Other trusted tools and platforms related to digital marketing and business growth
Your support through these links helps fund the free content and resources I provide.
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Sponsored Content
From time to time, I may publish sponsored blog posts or social media content in collaboration with other brands. Any such posts will always be clearly labelled as sponsored or collaborative. I only promote products and services that align with my values and are relevant to my audience.
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Testimonials & Results
Testimonials, income statements, or business results shared on this website are real experiences from clients and readers. They are not guarantees that you will achieve the same outcomes. Results will vary depending on your circumstances, efforts, and strategies.
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No Professional Advice
The information provided on this site does not constitute legal, financial, or professional advice and should not be taken as such. Any business relationship with Copy By Catherine Ltd is only formed once we enter into a signed agreement outlining services, fees, and deliverables.
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Third-Party Links
This website may link to third-party sites. I have no control over the content or privacy practices of these sites and am not responsible for any issues arising from your use of them.
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If you have any questions about this disclosure or how affiliate relationships are handled on this site, please feel free to get in touch at catherine@copybycatherine.com. I'm always happy to clarify.
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