These Terms and Conditions (‘Terms’) govern your use of the Vantage Aligned website at vantagealigned.co.nz, operated by Sasha Gardiner trading as Vantage Aligned (‘we’, ‘us’, ‘our’).

By accessing or using our Website, you agree to be bound by these Terms. These Terms should be read alongside our Privacy Policy.

1. Use of This Website

1.1  You may use our Website for lawful purposes only and in a manner consistent with these Terms.

1.2  You must not use our Website in any way that is unlawful, harmful, or fraudulent.

1.3  We reserve the right to restrict or terminate access at any time if we believe you have breached these Terms.

2. Information on This Website

2.1  The information provided is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, compliance, business, financial, or professional advice.

2.2  While we take care to ensure accuracy, we make no warranty that content is current, complete, or error-free. Regulatory requirements may change.

2.3  Nothing on this Website creates a client relationship. A client relationship is only established when a Client Services Agreement has been signed by both parties.

3. Intellectual Property

3.1  All content on this Website — including text, graphics, logos, and the Vantage Aligned brand — is owned by or licensed to Sasha Gardiner trading as Vantage Aligned.

3.2  You may view and print content for personal, non-commercial use only. You must not reproduce or use our content for commercial purposes without prior written consent.

3.3  The Vantage Aligned name, logo, and brand identity are our trade marks. You must not use them without our prior written permission.

4. Limitation of Liability

4.1  To the maximum extent permitted by law, Vantage Aligned excludes all liability for any direct, indirect, or consequential loss or damage arising from your use of or reliance on this Website.

4.2  We do not warrant that the Website will be available at all times or free from errors or viruses.

4.3  Nothing in these Terms excludes liability that cannot be excluded under applicable NZ law. Please refer to our Client Services Agreement for full details on liability as it relates to engaged services.

5. Privacy and Use of AI Tools

5.1  Your use of this Website is also governed by our Privacy Policy, available at vantagealigned.co.nz/privacy. By using this Website, you consent to the collection and use of your information as described in our Privacy Policy.

5.2  We use AI-assisted tools, including Claude by Anthropic, in the operation of our business and service delivery. Any information submitted through this Website or in the course of an engagement may be processed using these tools, including on servers located offshore. We take reasonable steps to protect your information and limit the use of personal data in AI tools. Please refer to our Privacy Policy for full details, including on offshore disclosure.

6. Enquiries and Contact Forms

6.1  If you submit an enquiry, the information you provide may be used to respond to your enquiry and assess whether we can assist you.

6.2  Submitting an enquiry does not create a client relationship. A client relationship is only created when a Client Services Agreement has been signed.

7. Governing Law

7.1  These Terms are governed by the laws of New Zealand. Any dispute shall be subject to the non-exclusive jurisdiction of the New Zealand courts.

8. Changes to These Terms

8.1  We may update these Terms from time to time. Updated Terms will be published on our Website with a revised date. Continued use of the Website after any update constitutes your acceptance.

9. Contact Us

9.1  If you have any questions: Sasha Gardiner trading as Vantage Aligned  |  Email: sasha@vantagealigned.co.nz  |  vantagealigned.co.nz

Last updated: 17 July 2026