Last updated: 7 December 2025
1.Introduction
Strait Road Press (“we”, “us”, or “our”) is an independent publisher based in New Zealand. We respect your privacy and are committed to handling your personal information with care, clarity, and integrity. This policy explains what information we collect, why we collect it, and how we use it.
By using this website or signing up for updates, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
2.Information We Collect
Email Address (Book Release Updates)
If you sign up to receive notifications about forthcoming or newly released books, we collect only your email address.
Information You Provide Directly
This includes any information you send through the website’s contact form or by email.
Automatic Website Data
We automatically collect anonymous technical information such as:
- IP address
- Browser type
- Pages visited
- Date and time of visit
This information is used solely for website performance, analytics, and security.
3. How We Use Your Information
Email Updates
Your email address is used only to send:
- Notifications when a new book is released or becomes available
- Occasional updates about forthcoming titles or significant reprints
We do not send weekly newsletters.
Website Improvement & Security
Technical logs help maintain the website’s stability and security.
4. Legal Basis for Processing
New Zealand Privacy Act 2020
Your information is:
- Collected for a lawful purpose connected with the work of an independent publisher
- Used only for the purpose for which it was provided
Consent (International Visitors)
For email updates, we rely on your explicit consent. You may withdraw this consent at any time.
5. How We Store and Protect Your Information
Your data is stored securely within reputable services used by this website, such as:
- WordPress
- WPForms
- Web hosting infrastructure
We take reasonable steps to protect your information from loss, unauthorised access, misuse, or alteration.
6. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.
We may share information only with trusted service providers when required to operate the website—for example:
- Website hosting
- Email delivery systems
These providers are required to use your information solely for the purposes we specify.
7. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the right to:
- Access the personal information we hold
- Request correction or deletion
- Withdraw consent for email updates
- Lodge a complaint with a privacy regulator
New Zealand residents may contact the Office of the Privacy Commissioner.
8. Unsubscribing
You may unsubscribe from book release updates at any time by contacting us at:
Your request will be handled promptly.
9. External Links
Our website may include links to external websites (such as Substack). We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those websites.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy occasionally. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated date.
11. Contact Us
For questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact:
Strait Road Press
Email: info@straitroadpress.com
New Zealand