Effective Date: 2023-09-01
This Registration Privacy Policy (“Policy”) outlines the privacy practices of [Your Online Store Name] (“we,” “us,” or “our”) in relation to the registration process on our online store, in compliance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) and other relevant South African data protection laws. By registering on our online store, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to the terms of this Policy.
1. Information We Collect
When you register on our online store, we may collect the following information:
1.1 Personal Information
- Name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Postal address
- Username and password
- Date of birth (optional)
- Gender (optional)
1.2 Additional Information
- Payment information (credit card number, PayPal account, or other payment methods)
- Billing address (if different from postal address)
- Preferences and interests (optional)
- Communication preferences (e.g., email newsletters, promotional offers, and marketing communications)
2. How We Use Your Information
We collect and use your information for the following purposes:
2.1 Registration and Account Management
We use your personal information to create and manage your online store account, allowing you to make purchases and access personalized features.
2.2 Order Processing
To fulfill your orders and provide you with products and services, we may use your personal and payment information.
2.3 Communication
We may use your contact information to send transaction-related emails, order updates, and other essential communications. If you opt-in, we may also send you promotional materials, newsletters, and marketing communications.
2.4 Customer Support
We use your information to provide customer support and address your inquiries or issues.
2.5 Analytics and Improvements
We may analyze user data to improve our services, website functionality, and user experience.
2.6 Legal Compliance
We may use your information to comply with legal obligations and protect our rights and the rights of others.
3. Information Sharing
We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your information with trusted third parties under the following circumstances:
- Service Providers: We may share your information with service providers who assist us in operating our online store, such as payment processors, shipping companies, and marketing agencies.
- Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information when required by law, in response to a court order, or when we believe it is necessary to protect our rights, privacy, safety, or property, or that of our customers or the public.
- Business Transactions: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of all or a portion of our assets, your information may be transferred as part of the transaction.
- With Your Consent: We may share your information with third parties when you provide us with your explicit consent to do so.
4. Security
We take reasonable measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. These measures include encryption, access controls, and regular security assessments. However, no data transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
5. Your Rights
Under POPIA, you have certain rights regarding your personal information, including the right to:
- Access and obtain a copy of your personal information.
- Correct inaccuracies in your personal information.
- Delete your personal information (subject to legal requirements and legitimate business interests).
- Object to the processing of your personal information for direct marketing purposes.
- Withdraw your consent, where applicable.
To exercise your rights, please contact us using the contact information provided below.
6. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting a revised Policy on our online store.
7. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Registration Privacy Policy or the handling of your personal information, please contact us at:
Nephibri Art
1 Pebble beach close, Gordons Bay , 7140
info@nephibri.co.za
By registering on our online store, you consent to the collection, use, and sharing of your personal information as described in this Policy.