Terms and Conditions for WoolTraceNZ Website

Effective Date: October 08, 2025

These Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of the website www.wooltracenz.com (the “Website”), operated by WoolTraceNZ™ Limited (the “Company,” “we,” “us,” or “our”), a limited company registered in New Zealand.

By accessing or using the Website, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, please refrain from using the Website.

1. Acceptance of Terms
Your use of the Website constitutes acceptance of these Terms, our Privacy Policy, and any other policies referenced herein. We reserve the right to update these Terms at any time, with changes effective upon posting. Continued use after changes indicates your acceptance.

2. Use of the Website
You must be at least 18 years old or have legal capacity to use the Website.

The Website is provided for informational purposes related to wool traceability, sustainability, and industry news. You may not use it for any unlawful purpose or in violation of applicable laws.

Prohibited activities include: copying, modifying, or distributing content without permission; interfering with Website functionality; or using automated systems (e.g., bots) to access data.

We may suspend or terminate access if you breach these Terms.

3. Intellectual Property
All content on the Website, including text, images, logos, trademarks (including “WoolTraceNZ”), and software, is owned by or licensed to the Company and protected by New Zealand and international intellectual property laws.

You are granted a limited, non-exclusive, revocable license to view and use the Website for personal, non-commercial purposes. No rights are transferred, and you may not reproduce, sell, or exploit any content without written consent.

User-generated content submitted to the Website grants us a perpetual, royalty-free license to use, modify, and display it in connection with our services.

4. User Accounts and Data
If the Website requires registration, you agree to provide accurate information and maintain account security.

We collect and process personal data in accordance with our Privacy Policy and New Zealand’s Privacy Act 2020. Data related to wool traceability may be shared with partners for platform functionality, subject to consent.

5. Third-Party Links and Content
The Website may contain links to third-party sites or advertisements. We are not responsible for their content, privacy practices, or availability. Use at your own risk.

6. Disclaimer of Warranties
The Website is provided “as is” without warranties of any kind, express or implied, including accuracy, completeness, or fitness for a particular purpose.

We do not guarantee uninterrupted access or freedom from errors, viruses, or harmful components.

7. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, the Company, its directors, employees, and affiliates shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of the Website, even if advised of the possibility.

Our total liability shall not exceed NZD $100 or the amount paid by you for services in the preceding 12 months, whichever is less.

This limitation applies under contract, tort, or any other legal theory.

8. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold the Company harmless from any claims, losses, or expenses arising from your breach of these Terms or misuse of the Website.

9. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution
These Terms are governed by the laws of New Zealand, without regard to conflict of laws principles.

Any disputes shall be resolved exclusively in the courts of New Zealand. We encourage informal resolution first via contact at shear@wooltracenz.com

10. Miscellaneous
If any provision is deemed invalid, the remainder shall remain in effect.

These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and the Company.

Contact us at shear@wooltracenz.com for questions.

By using the Website, you confirm your understanding and agreement to these Terms