Privacy policy.

Privacy Policy for Whanganui Chiropractic Centre

Effective Date: 02/20/2025

Whanganui Chiropractic Centre (hereinafter referred to as "we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines the types of personal information we collect, how we use it, and the measures we take to safeguard your information in connection with our chiropractic services and website.

Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of personal information from our patients and website visitors:

  • Personal Identification Information: Name, date of birth, address, email address, phone number, and emergency contact details.

  • Health Information: Medical history, chiropractic assessments, treatment plans, and progress notes.

  • Payment Information: Credit card information and billing address for processing payments.

  • Website Usage Information: IP address, browser type, pages visited on our site, and the time and date of access.

How We Use Your Information

We may use your personal information for the following purposes:

  • To provide chiropractic services and manage your appointments.

  • To communicate with you regarding your treatment plans, appointment reminders, and billing.

  • To maintain accurate health records.

  • To improve our website and services by analyzing user behavior and preferences.

  • To comply with legal obligations and regulatory requirements.

Data Protection Measures

We implement a variety of security measures to protect your personal information, including:

  • Encryption of sensitive information transmitted online.

  • Restricted access to personal information to authorized personnel only.

  • Regular security audits and updates to safeguard our systems.

Disclosure of Information

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to outside parties, except in the following circumstances:

  • With your consent.

  • To service providers who assist us in operating our website or conducting our business, provided they agree to keep this information confidential.

  • As required by law or to comply with legal processes.

Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access and request a copy of your personal information.

  • Request corrections to your personal data if it is inaccurate or incomplete.

  • Withdraw consent to the processing of your personal information, where applicable.

Cookies

Our website may use cookies to enhance user experience. You have the option to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent. However, refusing cookies may limit your ability to use certain features of our site.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on our website with a new effective date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically for any updates.

Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your rights, please contact us at:

Whanganui Chiropractic Centre
info@whanganuichiro.co.nz

By using our services and visiting our website, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy. Thank you for trusting Whanganui Chiropractic Centre with your personal information.