Cookies & Data
This page explains how Cars.org.nz uses cookies and data to improve the website, understand how visitors use it, and keep things running smoothly.
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By continuing to use Cars.org.nz, you agree to the use of cookies as outlined below.
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What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites remember information about your visit, such as which pages you viewed, how you navigated the site, and basic preferences.
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Cookies do not give us access to your device or personal files.
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How Cars.org.nz Uses Cookies
Cars.org.nz uses cookies to:
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Understand how visitors use the website
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Measure website traffic and performance
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Identify which pages are most useful
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Improve content, layout, and functionality
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Help keep the website secure
Cookies allow us to improve the experience for New Zealand drivers by focusing on the information people actually use.
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Types of Cookies We Use
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Essential cookies
These cookies are required for the website to function properly. They help with basic features such as page navigation and site security.
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Analytics cookies
Analytics cookies help us understand how visitors interact with the website. This includes information such as pages visited, time spent on the site, and how users arrive at the website. This data is aggregated and does not identify individual users.
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Functional cookies
Functional cookies remember limited preferences and settings to improve usability, such as device type or layout adjustments.
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Data We Collect Through Cookies
The data collected through cookies may include:
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IP address (anonymised where possible)
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Browser and device type
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Pages visited and interactions on the site
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Approximate location (country or region only)
This data is used only to improve the website and understand overall usage trends.
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Third-Party Cookies
Cars.org.nz may use third-party services such as analytics providers or embedded tools. These third parties may set their own cookies in accordance with their privacy policies.
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Cars.org.nz does not control how third-party cookies are used, and we encourage you to review the privacy policies of any external services you interact with through the site.
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Managing or Disabling Cookies
You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings at any time. Most browsers allow you to:
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View stored cookies
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Block all cookies
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Delete cookies automatically or manually
Please note that disabling cookies may affect how some parts of the website function.
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How We Protect Your Data
We take reasonable steps to protect any data collected through cookies from misuse, unauthorised access, or disclosure. Data is used only for the purposes outlined on this page and in our Privacy Policy.
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Changes to This Cookies & Data Page
This page may be updated from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legal requirements, or how the website operates. Any updates will be posted here.
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More Information
For more details about how we handle personal information, please see our Privacy Policy.
If you have questions about cookies or data usage on Cars.org.nz, you can contact us through the website.