Privacy Policy

Linkaload is operated by Hire Solutions Limited.

Version 1.0 · Last updated: 30 May 2025 · Governing Law: New Zealand

Linkaload is a freight and backload marketplace operated by Hire Solutions Limited. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store and share personal information when people use the Linkaload website, app, marketplace, booking tools, payment tools, messaging features and tracking features.

By using Linkaload, you agree to this Privacy Policy.

1. Who we are

Linkaload is operated by:

Hire Solutions Limited New Zealand

For privacy questions, users can contact us through the contact details shown on the Linkaload website or app.

2. Information we collect

We may collect personal information when users create an account, post a load, browse loads, contact another user, make a booking, complete a payment, upload documents, use tracking features or contact support.

This information may include:

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Phone number
  • Company name
  • Business details
  • GST number, if provided
  • Transport Service Licence information, if provided
  • Insurance information, if provided
  • Vehicle and fleet details
  • Pickup and delivery addresses
  • Load descriptions
  • Load photos
  • Freight type, weight, dimensions and delivery requirements
  • Booking history
  • Messages between users
  • Payment and transaction information
  • Stripe customer or connected account details
  • Location and tracking information, where tracking is enabled
  • Device, browser, IP address and usage information
  • Any other information a user chooses to provide

We do not store full card details on Linkaload. Card payments are processed securely by Stripe.

3. Why we collect information

We collect and use information to:

  • Create and manage user accounts
  • Allow shippers to post loads
  • Allow transporters to browse, quote for and accept loads
  • Match loads with suitable transporters
  • Manage bookings and delivery status
  • Process payments through Stripe
  • Support transporter payouts through Stripe Connect, where enabled
  • Provide customer support
  • Send booking updates, payment updates and marketplace notifications
  • Help resolve disputes
  • Improve the platform
  • Prevent fraud, spam, misuse and unsafe activity
  • Meet legal, tax, accounting and compliance obligations
  • Keep the marketplace safe and reliable

4. Sharing information between users

Linkaload is a marketplace, so some information must be shared between users to allow freight bookings to happen.

For example:

  • A transporter may see load details, pickup area, delivery area, freight type and timing requirements.
  • A shipper may see a transporter's company name, profile, vehicle details, quote and contact details after interest or booking.
  • Once a booking is accepted, both parties may receive the information reasonably required to complete the job.

Users must only use this information for the purpose of arranging and completing the freight job.

5. Payments and Stripe

Linkaload uses Stripe for payment processing.

When a user makes a payment, Stripe may collect and process payment information. Linkaload may receive transaction information such as payment status, booking reference, customer ID, connected account ID, payout status and payment confirmation.

Linkaload does not store full credit card numbers.

Stripe has its own privacy and security practices, and users may also be subject to Stripe's terms and privacy policy when using payment features.

6. Location and tracking information

Linkaload may use location and tracking features to help shippers and transporters manage bookings and deliveries.

This may include:

  • Pickup and delivery locations
  • Route information
  • Driver or vehicle location, where live tracking is enabled
  • Delivery status updates
  • Proof of delivery information

Location data is only used for marketplace, booking, tracking, safety, support and dispute resolution purposes.

If live tracking is used, it should only be active for the relevant booking or delivery period.

7. Photos and uploaded content

Users may upload photos of loads, freight, vehicles, documents, proof of pickup, proof of delivery or damage.

Uploaded content may be visible to relevant users involved in a booking and to Linkaload administrators for support, safety, compliance and dispute resolution.

Users must not upload content they do not have the right to share.

8. How we store and protect information

We take reasonable steps to protect personal information from loss, misuse, unauthorised access, modification or disclosure.

Access to personal information should be limited to users, administrators and service providers who need it for legitimate platform purposes.

No online system can be guaranteed completely secure, but we aim to use reasonable safeguards appropriate for the type of information we hold.

9. How long we keep information

We keep personal information only for as long as reasonably needed for the purpose it was collected, including to operate the platform, manage bookings, comply with legal and tax obligations, resolve disputes, prevent fraud and maintain business records.

Some booking, payment and transaction records may need to be kept for legal, accounting or compliance reasons.

10. Who we may share information with

We may share information with:

  • Shippers and transporters involved in a booking
  • Stripe for payments and payouts
  • Website, hosting, database and app service providers
  • Email, SMS, notification or communication providers
  • Map, routing and tracking providers
  • Professional advisers such as accountants, lawyers or insurers
  • Government, regulatory or law enforcement agencies where required by law
  • Other parties where necessary to protect our rights, users or the marketplace

We do not sell users' personal information.

11. Cookies and analytics

Linkaload may use cookies, analytics tools or similar technologies to help the website and app work properly, improve performance, understand usage and protect against fraud or misuse.

Users may be able to control cookies through their browser settings.

12. Accessing or correcting information

Users may request access to personal information we hold about them.

Users may also ask us to correct information if they believe it is wrong, incomplete or out of date.

Requests can be made through the contact details shown on the Linkaload website or app.

13. Account deletion

Users may request account deletion or removal of personal information.

Some information may need to be kept where required for legal, tax, accounting, fraud prevention, dispute resolution or legitimate business record purposes.

14. User responsibilities

Users are responsible for keeping their account login details secure.

Users must make sure the information they provide is accurate and up to date.

Transporters are responsible for ensuring they hold the correct licences, insurance, vehicle compliance and authority to complete any freight work they accept.

15. Children

Linkaload is intended for business and freight marketplace use and is not intended for children.

16. Changes to this Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.

The updated version will be posted on the Linkaload website or app with the latest update date.

17. Contact

For privacy questions, access requests or correction requests, users can contact Linkaload through the contact details shown on the website or app.

Linkaload is operated by Hire Solutions Limited.

18. AI-assisted operational tools

Linkaload uses AI-assisted operational tools to manage platform operations and improve service quality. These tools operate under strict data protection controls in accordance with the New Zealand Privacy Act 2020. Personal information including contact details and payment information is never exposed to AI systems. All AI-assisted actions are logged and auditable.

Hire Solutions Limited · New Zealand · support@linkaload.co.nz