By using nicegear.co.nz you accept these terms. Please read them before you use the site. The terms are here to make clear what the site is – and what it is not.
Last updated: October 2026.
About the site
nicegear.co.nz is an independent information site about VoIP, internet and Wi-Fi, smart home and security, home media, maker electronics, energy and open-source software, written for readers in New Zealand. The site is represented by the website’s owner.
Our purpose is to provide neutral, fact-based information. We do not sell hardware, phone or broadband plans, or software, and we do not act as an agent for any provider.
Information only – not advice
The content on nicegear.co.nz is general and informative in nature. It is not personal technical, financial, legal or purchasing advice, and it is not a recommendation that a particular product or service is right for you.
Every home, network and device is different. Decisions about what to buy, install or change are always yours to make, and at your own risk.
Technical and DIY guides
Some of our guides describe configuring networks, flashing firmware, building electronics projects or modifying appliances. Following them can affect warranties, and mistakes can damage equipment or cause data loss. Read the manufacturer’s instructions first and back up anything important.
Electrical work in New Zealand is regulated. Our articles are no substitute for a licensed electrician, and anything involving mains wiring, solar, batteries or fixed appliances should be handled by a qualified person.
Limitation of liability
We aim for all information to be accurate and current, and we check it against reliable sources. Even so, details can become outdated or contain errors – for example when a provider changes its prices or plans, or a manufacturer updates a product or its software.
We therefore give no guarantee that the content is always complete, correct or current. Prices, specifications, compatibility, coverage and similar details should always be confirmed with the provider’s or manufacturer’s own official information before you act on them.
To the extent the law allows, we are not liable for any loss or damage that arises because you relied on information on the site. Nothing in these terms limits rights you have under New Zealand law that cannot be excluded.
Links to other websites
The site may contain links to external websites, such as manufacturers, service providers, public authorities and support organisations. We are not responsible for the content of those sites or for how they handle personal information.
A link to an external site does not mean we endorse it – only that it may be a relevant source of further information.
Age limit and responsible gambling
A small part of the site covers gambling-related topics, including sportsbooks and online casinos. That content is intended for adults aged 18 and over. In New Zealand you must be 20 to enter a casino, and 18 for most other forms of gambling.
We do not sell games, accept bets or give gambling advice. Gambling is a game of chance and should be seen as entertainment, never as a way to earn money.
If you or someone close to you has a problem with gambling, help is available. The Gambling Helpline offers free, confidential support 24 hours a day on 0800 654 655, by text on 8006, or at gamblinghelpline.co.nz. You can read more on our responsible gambling page.
Intellectual property
The content on nicegear.co.nz, including text, graphics and tools, belongs to the website’s owner unless stated otherwise. You are welcome to link to our pages, but the content may not be copied or republished without permission.
Product names, logos and trademarks mentioned on the site belong to their respective owners and are used only to identify the products and services we write about.
Privacy and cookies
How we handle personal information is described in our privacy policy, and our use of cookies in our cookie policy. How we use AI tools in our editorial work is set out in our AI policy.
Changes to the terms
We may update these terms. The latest version is always published on this page with the date it was last updated. By continuing to use the site, you accept the terms as they apply at the time.
If you have questions about the terms, you are welcome to get in touch through our contact page.