Privacy Policy

Last updated: 21 December 2025

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information when you use our website, services, or participate in Airport Streams activities. We comply with the New Zealand Privacy Act 2020 and all relevant privacy principles.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following information when you interact with our website or services:

  • Account information such as username, email, first name, last name, and YouTube name.
  • Authentication information when logging in with Google/YouTube (e.g., channel ID, profile name).
  • Membership information related to your VIP/Business/First-Class levels.
  • Referral and reward information including referral codes and reward status.
  • Flight capture request information (submitted route details, date, time, notes).
  • Technical data such as IP address, device type, browser, and usage statistics.
  • Cookies and tracking data as described in the Cookies section below.

2. How We Use Your Information

Your information may be used for:

  • Managing your account and membership level.
  • Processing referrals, rewards, and flight capture requests.
  • Improving the website and personalising your experience.
  • Providing support and responding to enquiries.
  • Ensuring website security and preventing abuse.
  • Communicating updates, if you choose to receive them.

3. How We Store and Protect Your Data

We store your information securely and take reasonable steps to prevent unauthorised access, modification, or disclosure. Sensitive data (such as passwords) is encrypted or hashed in accordance with industry best practices.

4. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share information only when necessary:

  • With service providers that assist in running the website (e.g., hosting, analytics).
  • With Google/YouTube APIs for login and membership verification (where you have consented).
  • If required by New Zealand law, court orders, or regulatory authorities.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies to support essential site functions, improve user experience, and understand how visitors interact with our content.

We may use:

  • Essential cookies — required for login, security, and site functionality.
  • Analytics cookies — to measure usage and performance.
  • Preference cookies — to remember your settings.

By using our site, you consent to the use of cookies. You may disable cookies through your browser, however some site features may not work correctly without them.

6. Third-Party Services

We integrate with Google and YouTube for login and channel verification. When you authenticate using Google, you agree to Google’s Privacy Policy and the YouTube Terms of Service.

7. Your Rights Under NZ Law

The New Zealand Privacy Act 2020 grants you the right to:

  • Access your personal information.
  • Request correction of inaccurate information.
  • Request deletion of your account (subject to system constraints).
  • Withdraw consent where applicable.
  • Make a complaint to the Office of the Privacy Commissioner.

8. Data Retention

We retain your information only as long as necessary for the purposes described, or as required by New Zealand law.

9. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The latest revision date will always be shown at the top of this page.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions about this policy or wish to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us:

Email: ops@airportstreams.co.nz
Website: www.airportstreams.co.nz