Privacy Policy for Youth POTY
1. Introduction
Youth POTY is committed to protecting your privacy in accordance with the
Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA). This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect,
use, store, and protect your personal information when you use our website, purchase our
products, or interact with us in any manner.
2. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
- Personal Information: This includes your name, email address, phone number, billing and payment information.
- Transaction Information: Details of your purchases, including the products you have
purchased, order dates, and payment details.
- Technical Information: This includes your IP address, browser type, device information,
and usage data when you visit our website.
3. Purpose of Collection and Use of Your Information
We collect and use your personal information for the following purposes:
- Service Delivery: To process your entry for the competition and any further Events that may follow.
- Communication: To communicate with you regarding your Competition entry, inquiries, and participants
service requests.
- Marketing: To send you promotional materials, newsletters, and Notifications/ Updates about the competition if you have
consented to receive them.
- Website Improvement: To analyse and improve our website, Competition and any further events.
- Legal Compliance: To comply with legal obligations and protect our rights.
4. Consent
By using our website and purchasing products from us, you consent to the collection, use,
and processing of your personal information as outlined in this Privacy Policy. You may
withdraw your consent at any time by contacting us at the details provided below.
5. Sharing of Your Information
We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties. However, we may share
your information with:
- Service Providers: Such as payment processors (e.g., Peach Payments), shipping
companies, and website hosting services, to facilitate our operations.
- Legal Obligations: We may disclose your information if required by law or to protect our
rights.
6. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to secure your personal
information and protect it from unauthorised access, loss, or misuse. In the event of a data
breach, we will notify you in accordance with POPIA requirements.
7. Your Rights Under POPIA
You have the right to:
- Access the personal information we hold about you.
- Request the correction or deletion of your personal information.
- Object to the processing of your personal information.
- Lodge a complaint with the Information Regulator.
8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience,
analyse website traffic, and personalise content. You can manage your cookie preferences
through your browser settings.
9. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or
legal requirements. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting the updated
policy on our website.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices,
or if you wish to exercise your rights under POPIA,
please contact us at: