Privacy Policy
Last updated: 9 March 2026
Walkn on Water respects your privacy and is committed to protecting personal information in accordance with the Privacy Act 2020 of New Zealand.
This Privacy Policy explains how personal information is collected, used, stored, and protected when you use the Walkn on Water website.
By using this website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
1. About Walkn on Water
Walkn on Water is an online platform that promotes Christian events and activities by publishing information supplied by event organisers or sourced from publicly available event listings.
In most cases Walkn on Water does not organise events and does not collect information from event attendees unless it is voluntarily submitted through the website.
2. Personal Information We Collect
We may collect personal information that you choose to provide when interacting with the website.
This may include:
• your name
• your email address
• your phone number
• information provided through contact forms
• information submitted by event organisers
• communication sent to us by email
We only collect personal information that is reasonably necessary for the operation of the website and communication with users.
3. Website Usage Information
Like most websites, Walkn on Water may automatically collect certain technical information when you visit the site.
This may include:
• your IP address
• browser type
• pages visited
• time spent on pages
• referring websites
This information helps us understand how the website is used and improve the platform.
4. Cookies and Website Analytics
The Walkn on Water website may use cookies and similar technologies to improve the user experience and analyse website traffic.
Cookies are small files stored on your device that help websites recognise returning visitors and understand how the site is used.
We may use third party analytics services such as Google Analytics to collect website usage information.
These services may store data on servers located outside New Zealand.
You can choose to disable cookies through your browser settings if you prefer.
5. How We Use Personal Information
Personal information collected through the website may be used for purposes such as:
• responding to enquiries
• communicating with event organisers
• publishing or managing event listings
• improving the website and user experience
• maintaining the security and functionality of the platform
Walkn on Water does not sell personal information to third parties.
6. Event Organiser Information
Event organisers may submit information to Walkn on Water for the purpose of promoting events.
Organisers are responsible for ensuring that any personal information included in event submissions has been collected and shared lawfully.
Walkn on Water does not independently verify the permissions associated with information supplied by event organisers.
7. Sharing Information
Walkn on Water may share limited personal information with trusted third party service providers that help operate the website.
This may include:
• website hosting providers
• analytics providers
• email service providers
• technical support services
These providers are only given access to information necessary to perform their services.
8. International Data Storage
Some service providers used by Walkn on Water may store or process data outside New Zealand.
Where this occurs, reasonable steps are taken to ensure that personal information is handled securely and in accordance with applicable privacy laws.
9. Data Security
Walkn on Water takes reasonable steps to protect personal information from loss, misuse, unauthorised access, or disclosure.
While no online system can guarantee complete security, we aim to maintain appropriate safeguards to protect information held by the website.
10. Data Retention
Personal information is only kept for as long as necessary to fulfil the purpose for which it was collected, or as required by law.
When personal information is no longer required it will be securely deleted or anonymised where practicable.
11. Access and Correction
Under the Privacy Act 2020, individuals have the right to request access to personal information held about them and to request corrections if the information is inaccurate.
If you would like to request access to or correction of your personal information, please contact us using the details below.
12. Privacy Breaches
If Walkn on Water becomes aware of a serious privacy breach that may cause harm to individuals, we will take appropriate steps in accordance with the Privacy Act 2020.
This may include notifying affected individuals and the New Zealand Privacy Commissioner where required.
13. Children and Young People
Walkn on Water promotes events that may be attended by young people.
The platform does not knowingly collect personal information directly from children unless it is voluntarily provided through website forms.
Event organisers are responsible for ensuring that appropriate permissions have been obtained for any personal information or images involving minors that are supplied for event promotion.
14. Changes to This Privacy Policy
This Privacy Policy may be updated from time to time.
Any changes will be published on this page and will take effect when posted.
15. Privacy Officer
Walkn on Water has appointed a Privacy Officer responsible for overseeing privacy compliance and handling privacy enquiries.
16. Contact
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or would like to request access to personal information, please contact: