News & support
Legislation updates, compliance guidance, product news, and industry-specific advice for NZ data users.
We are building a comprehensive analytics dashboard that gives you visibility into your lookup patterns, compliance rates, and team activity.
An updated checklist covering all your obligations when accessing personal information from third-party data sources in 2026.
For high-security environments, you can now enable multi-factor authentication alongside magic-link login.
The DEIS mobile app is now available for iOS and Android. Run lookups, check your evidence trail, and manage notifications on the go.
Universities and polytechnics accessing student data from NZQA, StudyLink, or other institutions must comply with IPP3A. Here is how.
Search Ministry of Justice court records through DEIS with full IPP3A compliance. Available now for eligible subscribers.
Freight and logistics companies collect personal information for identity verification and delivery confirmation. Here are the privacy obligations.
Using AI to process personal information from third-party sources creates unique privacy challenges. Here is the current legal position.
illion joins Centrix and Equifax as our third credit bureau integration. All three bureaus, one compliance workflow.
The Government has announced a comprehensive review of the Privacy Act 2020. Here is what is likely to change and how to prepare.
A look back at what we shipped, the privacy landscape changes, and what is coming in 2026.
As NZ moves toward open banking, the privacy implications of API-based financial data sharing are significant. Here is what to prepare for.
The Privacy Act limits how long you can retain personal information. Here is how to set appropriate retention periods for lookup data.
When government agencies share personal information between themselves, IPP3A still applies. Here is how to manage it.
The DEIS API allows developers to integrate IPP3A-compliant lookups directly into their business applications.
Health agencies accessing data from ACC, PHOs, or other health databases have specific privacy obligations. Here is what to know.
Run up to 100 lookups at once with the same IPP3A pathway. Perfect for portfolio reviews and batch processing.
Checking a subcontractor's company status, director history, and financial standing involves third-party data. Here is how to handle the privacy obligations.
Equifax joins Centrix as our second credit bureau integration. Run credit checks through either bureau with full IPP3A compliance.
The Privacy Commissioner's annual report highlights increasing complaints about third-party data collection. Here is what it means for DEIS users.
DEIS sends notifications to individuals when the notification pathway is selected. Here is how to customise the content and branding.
Telecommunications companies run millions of credit and identity checks annually. Here is how to manage the compliance at scale.
When personal information collected through NZ sources is transferred overseas, additional privacy obligations apply. Here is what you need to know.
A guide for individuals on how to use the DEIS transparency portal to see who has accessed their personal information.
Energy companies share customer data with credit bureaus and access third-party data for credit assessments. Here is how to stay compliant.
Our Carjam integration now includes additional vehicle data fields and significantly faster response times.
Property searches through LINZ Landonline involve personal information about property owners. Here is how to handle the privacy requirements.
If the OPC issues a compliance notice, you need to act quickly. Here is a step-by-step guide to responding.
No passwords to remember or breach. Here is how our magic-link login works and the security measures behind it.
Debt collectors access multiple data sources to trace debtors and assess ability to pay. Here is how to manage the privacy obligations.
When an individual says your records are wrong, you have obligations to correct or annotate. Here is the process.
When someone asks to see what data you hold about them, you have 20 working days to respond. Here is how to handle it.
Lawyers access personal information from multiple sources during litigation and transactions. Here is how to handle the privacy obligations.
DEIS now supports multiple users per business account with role-based access controls. Manage who can run lookups, export evidence, and update settings.
AML/CFT due diligence requirements mean accounting firms access third-party data regularly. Here is how to handle the privacy obligations.
DEIS now offers direct Centrix integration. Here is how to set it up and ensure every credit check is IPP3A compliant.
Step-by-step guide to exporting your compliance evidence trail from DEIS for OPC investigations, audits, or internal reviews.
Background checks on job candidates involve multiple third-party data sources. Here is how recruitment agencies can meet their IPP3A obligations.
The Privacy Amendment Act 2024 strengthened enforcement powers and clarified several obligations around third-party data collection.
The NZBN register contains personal information about sole traders and partners. Here is what you need to know.
A step-by-step guide to creating your DEIS account, connecting data sources, and running your first compliant lookup.
Insurers access personal information from multiple third-party sources during claims and underwriting. Here is how to manage compliance.
Connect your Xero account to DEIS and run privacy-compliant lookups on your existing client base without re-entering data.
The Privacy Act 2020 introduced mandatory breach notification. Here is what triggers a notification and what you need to do.
Company and director searches through the Companies Office are one of the most common lookups in NZ. Here is how to stay compliant.
Today we are launching DEIS — a platform that aggregates NZ data sources and handles IPP3A compliance obligations automatically.
Running background checks on prospective tenants? Here is how to do it without breaching the Privacy Act 2020.
The Personal Property Securities Register is one of New Zealand's most-used data sources. Here is what it is and what privacy obligations come with it.
Running credit checks through Centrix or Equifax? Every lookup creates IPP3A obligations that most finance companies are not meeting.
Every Carjam or PPSR lookup on a customer triggers IPP3A obligations. Here is how NZ car dealers can stay compliant.
The Office of the Privacy Commissioner has signalled increased scrutiny on third-party data collection practices. Here is what that means for your business.
Information Privacy Principle 3A requires agencies to notify individuals when collecting personal information from third parties. Here is what that means in practice.