Privacy & Security

When people register tools on Snapped.co.nz, privacy and security are taken seriously. The goal of the platform is to help protect tool owners and buyers without exposing personal information or sensitive data.

Your personal information stays private

When you create an account and register your tools, the personal details you provide — such as your name, email address, or contact information — are kept private. This information is not publicly visible and is not shared with other users browsing the site.

Other users cannot see who owns a specific tool that has been registered on the platform. The system is designed so that tools can be checked against the database without revealing the identity of the owner.

Serial number checks don’t reveal ownership

One of the main features of Snapped is the ability to check whether a tool has been reported stolen. When someone searches a serial number, the system simply returns whether the tool is registered and if it has been reported as stolen.

It does not reveal the owner’s identity, contact details, or personal information. This allows buyers to check tools safely while ensuring owners remain anonymous.

Secure storage of data

All tool registrations and user data are stored securely within the platform. Access to the system is restricted and protected to help prevent unauthorized access to user information.

Security measures are used to protect the database and ensure that personal details and tool records are not exposed to the public internet.

Control over your own information

Users maintain control over the tools they register. Tool owners can update their records, mark items as stolen, or update their status if the tools are recovered or sold.

If a registered tool changes ownership, records can be updated so the information remains accurate and useful.

Preventing misuse of the system

The platform is designed to prevent people from using the system to gather personal information about tool owners. The focus of the system is on verifying tools — not identifying individuals.

By limiting what information is visible to the public, Snapped helps protect both buyers and legitimate owners.

Helping reduce theft while protecting privacy

The purpose of Snapped is simple: make it harder for stolen tools to circulate in the second-hand market. By allowing people to register tools and check serial numbers before buying, the platform helps create accountability without exposing personal data.

This approach helps build trust in the system while ensuring that tool owners can protect their equipment without compromising their privacy.