Introduction
This Privacy Policy explains how ProTouch Sports Africa News ("we", "us", or "our") collects, uses, and protects your information when you visit our website, protouchsports.co.za. We are committed to respecting your privacy and ensuring transparency about how your data is handled. This policy applies to all visitors to our site, regardless of location.
Information We Collect
When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain information through standard web technologies. We do not require you to register, create an account, or provide personal information voluntarily. The information collected includes:
- IP address and approximate location based on IP
- Browser type and version
- Operating system
- Pages visited and time spent on site
- Referring website or search engine
- Standard server log data
How We Use Information
The information we collect is used solely for the following purposes:
- To understand how visitors interact with our content and improve user experience
- To analyze traffic patterns and optimize website performance
- To ensure the security and stability of our website
- To deliver relevant content and advertising based on general browsing behavior
We do not use this information to identify individuals personally, nor do we store any personally identifiable information in databases.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us remember your preferences and analyze site usage. We use both session cookies (which expire when you close your browser) and persistent cookies (which remain for a set period).
These cookies do not collect personal information such as your name, email, or address. You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings, though doing so may affect website functionality.
Third-Party Services
We use third-party services to help us operate and improve our website. These services may collect information about your visits for their own purposes. We do not control their practices, but we only partner with reputable providers who comply with applicable privacy laws.
- Google Analytics: Used to track anonymous usage patterns and traffic sources. Google’s privacy policy applies.
- Advertising Networks: We may use ad networks (such as Google AdSense) to display relevant advertisements. These services may use cookies and web beacons to serve ads based on your visits to our site and others.
- Content Delivery Networks: Services like Cloudflare help improve site speed and security, collecting standard server logs.
Data Security
We take reasonable measures to protect your data, including secure hosting, encrypted connections (HTTPS), and regular security reviews. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Your Rights
Under South African law, including the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA), you have the following rights:
- To request access to the information we hold about your browsing activity (if any identifiable data exists)
- To request correction or deletion of inaccurate data
- To object to the processing of your data for direct marketing or analytics
- To withdraw consent where applicable
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the details below. We will respond within 30 days as required by POPIA.
Children's Privacy
Our website is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected data from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete it promptly.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. The most current version will always be posted on this page with the updated "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
Contact Information
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
Ethan Carrington
30 Tyrwhitt Avenue, Rosebank, Johannesburg, 2196, South Africa
Email: [email protected]
Last Updated: June 15, 2024
