Privacy Policy

VALUIT PRIVACY POLICY

Effective date: 21 April 2026
Last updated: 21 April 2026

ValuIT Limited (“ValuIT”, “we”, “our”, or “us”) is committed to protecting personal information and complying with the Privacy Act 2020 (New Zealand).

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, disclose, and protect personal information when providing our professional services and operating our business.

1. What personal information we collect

We may collect personal information including:

Client and professional contact information

  • Name, job title, company details
  • Email address and phone number
  • Postal and business address

Engagement and property-related information

  • Information relating to property ownership or transactions
  • Asset schedules and financial data containing identifiable individuals
  • Information provided by clients, accountants, lawyers, or agents

Website and communication data

  • Correspondence and enquiry information
  • Website usage information (cookies, analytics, IP address)

We only collect information that is necessary for lawful business purposes.

2. How we collect personal information

We collect information:

  • Directly from you
  • From your authorised representatives (e.g. accountants, lawyers, agents)
  • From publicly available sources
  • From transaction documentation and engagement materials
  • Through our website and digital communications

Where reasonable and practicable, we collect information directly from the individual concerned.

3. Purpose of collection

We collect and use personal information to:

  • Provide purchase price allocation, depreciation and advisory services
  • Communicate with clients and professional advisers
  • Manage engagements and comply with contractual obligations
  • Meet legal, regulatory and professional requirements
  • Improve our services and website functionality

We will not use personal information for unrelated purposes without consent or legal authority.

4. Storage and security

We take reasonable steps to protect personal information from:

  • Loss
  • Unauthorised access
  • Misuse
  • Disclosure
  • Alteration

Security measures include:

  • Secure cloud systems and controlled access
  • Confidentiality obligations for staff and contractors
  • Professional document management practices
  • Cybersecurity safeguards

We retain information only as long as necessary for business and legal purposes.

5. Disclosure of personal information

We may disclose personal information to:

  • Clients and their authorised advisers
  • Professional service providers (IT, cloud storage, administration support)
  • Regulators or government agencies where required by law
  • Courts, tribunals, or dispute resolution bodies

We do not sell personal information.

Where third parties process information on our behalf, they must maintain appropriate confidentiality and security.

6. Overseas disclosure

Some service providers may store or process information outside New Zealand.

Where this occurs, we take reasonable steps to ensure the recipient:

  • Is subject to comparable privacy safeguards, or
  • Contractually protects the information in accordance with the Privacy Act 2020

7. Access and correction

You have the right to:

  • Request access to your personal information
  • Request correction of your personal information

Requests can be made using the contact details below. We may require verification of identity.

8. Cookies and website analytics

Our website may use cookies and analytics tools to:

  • Improve user experience
  • Monitor website performance
  • Understand visitor behaviour

You can adjust browser settings to manage cookies.

9. Marketing communications

We may send professional updates or service information where relevant.

You may opt out of marketing communications at any time.

10. Privacy breaches

If a privacy breach occurs that is likely to cause serious harm, we will:

  • Take steps to contain and assess the breach
  • Notify affected individuals where required
  • Notify the Office of the Privacy Commissioner if legally required

11. Complaints

If you have concerns about privacy, please contact us first.

If unresolved, you may contact the:

Office of the Privacy Commissioner
Website: https://www.privacy.org.nz

12. Contact details

ValuIT Asset Appraisals Limited

Email: steve.t@valuit.co.nz
Phone: 0508 482 583

13. Changes to this policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The current version will be available on our website.