Terms of Use

Last updated: January 2025

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using CharityData NZ ("the Service"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use. If you do not agree to these terms, you must not use the Service.

2. Description of Service

CharityData NZ is an independent charity transparency platform that provides information, analysis, and ratings of registered New Zealand charities. The Service aggregates publicly available data from the New Zealand Charities Register and other public sources to help users make informed decisions about charitable giving.

3. No Professional Advice

The information provided on this Service is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute professional, financial, legal, or tax advice. You should not rely solely on information from this Service when making decisions about charitable donations or any other matters. We recommend consulting with qualified professionals before making significant financial decisions.

4. Data Accuracy and Limitations

Important: While we strive for accuracy, the information on this Service:

  • Is derived from publicly available sources and may contain errors, omissions, or outdated information
  • May not reflect the most current status of any charity
  • Is provided "as is" without any warranty of accuracy, completeness, or reliability
  • Should be verified independently with the New Zealand Charities Register or directly with the charity

Our ratings and analysis represent our independent assessment methodology and are opinions based on available data. They should not be construed as statements of fact about a charity's quality, integrity, or suitability for your donation purposes.

5. Intellectual Property

The Service, including its design, text, graphics, logos, and software, is owned by CharityData NZ and is protected by New Zealand and international intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works without our prior written consent.

You may share links to our pages and reference our ratings with appropriate attribution.

6. Acceptable Use

You agree not to:

  • Use the Service for any unlawful purpose
  • Attempt to gain unauthorised access to any part of the Service
  • Scrape, harvest, or collect data from the Service using automated means without permission
  • Interfere with or disrupt the Service or servers
  • Impersonate any person or entity
  • Use the Service to harass, defame, or harm any charity or individual
  • Misrepresent your affiliation with any charity or organisation

7. Third-Party Links

The Service may contain links to third-party websites, including the New Zealand Charities Register and charity websites. We are not responsible for the content, accuracy, or practices of these external sites.

8. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by New Zealand law, CharityData NZ and its operators, employees, and affiliates shall not be liable for:

  • Any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages
  • Any loss of profits, data, use, or goodwill
  • Any damages arising from your use of or reliance on information from the Service
  • Any damages arising from errors, omissions, or inaccuracies in the data
  • Any damages arising from decisions made based on information from the Service

This limitation applies regardless of the theory of liability (contract, tort, negligence, or otherwise) and even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages.

9. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless CharityData NZ and its operators from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising from your use of the Service or violation of these Terms.

10. Modifications to Service

We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any aspect of the Service at any time without notice. We shall not be liable to you or any third party for any modification, suspension, or discontinuation of the Service.

11. Changes to Terms

We may revise these Terms at any time by updating this page. Your continued use of the Service after any changes constitutes acceptance of the new Terms. We encourage you to review these Terms periodically.

12. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of New Zealand. Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of the Service shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of New Zealand.

13. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision shall be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary, and the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

14. Contact

If you have questions about these Terms of Use, please contact us at:

Email: legal@charitydata.co.nz