Terms of Service

Last Updated: January 2026

Welcome to The Honest Eco (thehonesteco.nz). These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of our website and all content, services, and features offered herein. By accessing and using this website, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, please do not use our website.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing thehonesteco.nz, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be legally bound by all terms and conditions contained in this agreement. We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time, and your continued use of the website constitutes acceptance of any changes.

2. Site Purpose

The Honest Eco is an informational and review website dedicated to providing educational content about online pokies and casinos available to New Zealand players. We are NOT a gambling operator, casino, or betting platform. We do not facilitate gambling transactions, host games, accept wagers, or hold customer funds.

Our website exists solely to:

• Provide comparative reviews and information about licensed online casinos
• Offer educational resources about responsible gambling
• Guide players to regulated gaming platforms
• Present factual information about gaming options available in New Zealand

All gambling activities must be conducted directly through licensed operators' own platforms.

3. Age Restriction

By using this website, you confirm that you are at least 18 years of age or meet the minimum legal gambling age in your jurisdiction (whichever is higher). If you are under 18, you are strictly prohibited from accessing this website or engaging with any gambling-related content.

The Honest Eco does not knowingly permit access to minors. If we become aware that a user is under the legal age, their access will be immediately terminated.

4. Disclaimer

The information, reviews, and recommendations provided on thehonesteco.nz are for informational purposes only. While we strive for accuracy, we do not guarantee that all information is accurate, complete, or up-to-date. Casino terms, bonuses, games, licensing status, and regulations may change without notice.

You acknowledge that:

• Information on this website may contain errors or be outdated
• You should independently verify all casino details directly with the operator before gambling
• We are not responsible for decisions made based on our content
• Gambling carries financial risk; we do not encourage or endorse excessive gambling
• Regulatory status and licensing of operators may change; always verify current licensing with relevant authorities

Always consult the official website and terms of any casino before creating an account or depositing funds.

5. Affiliate Relationship

The Honest Eco operates as an affiliate website. We earn referral commissions and affiliate fees when users click through our links and create accounts with recommended casinos. This creates a financial incentive for us to promote certain operators.

Important disclosures:

• Our recommendations are influenced by affiliate partnerships and commission structures
• We may receive monetary compensation for referrals
• Users are never charged additional fees for using our affiliate links
• All affiliate relationships are clearly disclosed where applicable
• Our reviews and recommendations are our honest assessment, but you should be aware of our financial interests

We encourage users to independently research any operator and compare offers across multiple sources before making decisions.

6. Intellectual Property

All content on thehonesteco.nz, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, videos, and software, is the exclusive property of The Honest Eco or its content providers and is protected by international copyright laws.

You agree that you will not:

• Reproduce, distribute, or transmit any content without our prior written consent
• Modify, translate, or create derivative works from our content
• Use our content for commercial purposes without authorization
• Remove or alter any copyright or proprietary notices

Limited personal, non-commercial use of our website is permitted, provided you do not violate any of the restrictions above.

7. Limitation of Liability

TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW:

The Honest Eco and its owners, operators, employees, and affiliates shall not be liable for any:

• Direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages
• Loss of profits, revenue, data, or business opportunities
• Financial losses or gambling losses incurred by users
• Inaccurate or misleading information on our website
• Unauthorized access or data breaches
• Third-party content or operator conduct

This limitation applies even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages. Your sole remedy for dissatisfaction is to cease using the website.

Gambling involves substantial financial risk. We are not responsible for any losses, addiction issues, or negative consequences arising from gambling activities, whether conducted through operators we recommend or otherwise.

8. Governing Law

These Terms of Service are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of New Zealand, without regard to its conflict of laws principles. You agree to submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of New Zealand for any legal proceedings arising from or relating to your use of this website.

9. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms of Service at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to the website, and the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page will be revised accordingly.

Your continued use of thehonesteco.nz following any changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms. We encourage you to review these Terms periodically to stay informed of any updates.

10. Contact

If you have questions, concerns, or wish to report issues regarding these Terms of Service or our website, please contact us at:

Email: legal@thehonesteco.nz

We will make reasonable efforts to respond to inquiries within 10 business days.

Responsible Gambling Notice: If you or someone you know is struggling with gambling addiction, please seek help. In New Zealand, support is available through Gamblers Anonymous, the Problem Gambling Foundation, and your local health services.