Our Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy for Place for Paws

Last Updated: 23 November 2023

Welcome to Place for Paws. This Privacy Policy is designed to inform you about how we collect, use, and protect the personal information you provide through our website. By using our services, you agree to the terms outlined in this policy.

Definitions

For the purposes of this Privacy Policy:

Account means a unique account created for You to access our Service or parts of our Service.

Affiliate means an entity that controls, is controlled by or is under common control with a party, where “control” means ownership of 50% or more of the shares, equity interest or other securities entitled to vote for election of directors or other managing authority.

Cookies are small files that are placed on Your computer, mobile device or any other device by a website, containing the details of Your browsing history on that website among its many uses.

Country refers to: South Africa

Personal Data is any information that relates to an identified or identifiable individual.

Service refers to the Website.

Usage Data refers to data collected automatically, either generated by the use of the Service or from the Service infrastructure itself (for example, the duration of a page visit).

Website refers to Place for Paws, accessible from https://www.placeforpaws.co.za/

You means the individual accessing or using the Service, or the company, or other legal entity on behalf of which such individual is accessing or using the Service, as applicable.

 

  1. Information We Collect:

1.1 Personal Information:

  • We may collect personal information such as names, email addresses, phone numbers, and addresses when you register on our website, place an order, or subscribe to our newsletter.

1.2 Non-personal Information:

  • We may also collect non-personal information, such as browser type, IP address, and the referring site, to enhance your user experience and for analytical purposes.

 

 

  1. How We Use Your Information:

2.1 Personalization:

  • We use your information to personalize your experience and to provide content and product offerings tailored to your interests.

2.2 Order Processing:

  • Your information is utilised to process transactions and deliver the products or services you requested.

2.3 Communication:

  • We may use your contact information to send periodic emails, updates, and promotional materials related to our products and services.

 

 

  1. Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) Compliance:

3.1 Lawful Processing:

  • We will only process personal information in a lawful and transparent manner, as stipulated by the POPI Act.

3.2 Data Subject Rights:

  • You have the right to access, correct, or delete your personal information. To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided in Section 6.

3.3 Security Measures:

  • We implement reasonable and appropriate security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, and destruction.

 

 

  1. Cookies:

4.1 Usage:

  • We use cookies to enhance your experience on our website. You can choose to disable cookies through your browser settings, but this may affect your ability to access certain features of the site.

 

 

  1. Third-Party Disclosure:

5.1 Limited Sharing:

  • We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties without your explicit consent.
  • Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these sites. Please review the privacy policies of third parties before providing any personal information.
  1. Data Security:
  • We take reasonable measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, and destruction.

 

 

  1. Your Choices:

6.1. Opt-Out:

  • You can opt-out of receiving promotional communications by following the unsubscribe instructions provided in our emails.

6.2. Access and Update:

  • You may request access to, correction, or deletion of your personal information by contacting us through the provided contact information.

 

 

  1. Children’s Privacy:
  • Our website is not intended for individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.

 

 

  1. Changes to This Privacy Policy:
  • We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be effective immediately upon posting. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.

 

 

  1. Contact Information:

9.1 Data Controller:

  • Place for Paws
  • placeforpaws22@gmail.com

By using our website, you consent to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy. Thank you for choosing Place for Paws!