Introduction
This Privacy Policy explains how Zulu Surf Riders Daily collects, uses, and protects your information when you visit our website at zulusurfriders.co.za. We are committed to respecting your privacy and ensuring transparency about the data we handle. This policy applies to all visitors and users of our site.
Information We Collect
When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain information through standard web technologies. We do not require registration, nor do we store personal information in databases. The data collected includes:
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Operating system
- Pages visited and time spent on site
- Referring website or search engine
- Cookie identifiers
How We Use Information
The information collected is used solely for the following purposes:
- To understand how visitors interact with our content
- To improve website performance and user experience
- To deliver relevant content and advertisements
- To monitor and analyze traffic patterns
We do not use your data for direct marketing, profiling, or any purpose beyond site analytics and operational improvements.
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.
You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may limit some website functionality.
Third-Party Services
We use third-party services to support our website operations, including:
- Google Analytics — to track website traffic and user behavior
- Advertising networks — to display relevant ads based on general browsing patterns
These third parties may collect data directly from your browser. We do not control their privacy practices, so we encourage you to review their respective Privacy Policies.
Data Security
We take reasonable measures to protect your information, including secure server infrastructure and regular system monitoring. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security but strive to maintain industry-standard protections.
Your Rights
Under South African law, including the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA), you have the right to:
- Request access to the information we hold about you
- Request correction of inaccurate data
- Request deletion of your data where applicable
- Object to processing of your data for analytics or advertising
To exercise these rights, please contact us at [email protected]. We will respond within 30 days.
Children's Privacy
Our website is not directed toward 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, we will take steps to delete it immediately.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. The latest 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:
Declan Quist
Castle of Good Hope, Darling St & Buitenkant St, Foreshore, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
Email: [email protected]