Website Publisher
Website Name: Weston House
Publisher: Mark Taylor
Email Address: hello(at)westonhouse.co.nz
Website URL: https://westonhouse.co.nz/
Website Purpose
Weston House is a personal blog dedicated to travel inspiration, accommodation reviews, and lifestyle content, with a special focus on New Zealand. It is independently operated and not affiliated with any official tourism organization or commercial entity.
Intellectual Property
All original content on this website (texts, visuals, logos, etc.) is the property of Mark Taylor unless stated otherwise. Reproduction, distribution, or modification without prior written permission is prohibited.
Comments
When visitors leave comments, we collect the data shown in the form, along with the visitor’s IP address and browser user agent string to help detect spam.
An anonymized hash of your email address may be sent to the Gravatar service to check if you use it. Gravatar’s privacy policy is available at automattic.com/privacy. Once approved, your profile picture becomes visible next to your comment.
Media
If you upload images to the site, avoid embedding GPS location data (EXIF). Visitors can download and extract such data from uploaded images.
Cookies Policy
What is a Cookie?
A cookie is a small text file stored on your device to improve site functionality and user experience.
Types of Cookies Used:
- Session Cookies: Essential for site navigation.
- Preference Cookies: Save your display settings or language.
- Analytics Cookies: Help us understand traffic and site usage (e.g., via Google Analytics).
- Affiliate/Advertising Cookies: May track interactions to measure affiliate link performance.
Cookie Duration:
Some cookies are temporary (session-based), others may persist for up to 1 year. You can delete or block cookies via your browser settings at any time.
Embedded Content from Other Sites
Articles may include embedded content (e.g., videos, maps, social media). This content behaves as if you visited the originating site directly, which may collect data, use cookies, and track interactions.
Use of Personal Data
Who We Share Your Data With
If you request a password reset, your IP address will be included in the reset email.
Data Retention
- Comments are retained indefinitely for follow-up recognition.
- Registered users (if any): profile data is stored and can be edited or deleted anytime (except the username).
Your Rights
You may request an exported file of the personal data we hold or ask for its deletion—excluding data kept for administrative, legal, or security reasons.
Where Your Data Is Sent
Visitor comments may be checked through an automated spam detection service.
Affiliate Links & Monetization
Weston House may participate in affiliate programs. Some links may generate a small commission, at no extra cost to you, which helps support the site’s maintenance and content creation. We only recommend products/services we believe in.
Governing Law
This privacy policy is governed by applicable local laws. Any legal issues will be resolved in the appropriate jurisdiction.
Contact
For privacy-related questions, please reach out at:
📧 hello(at)westonhouse.co.nz