This digital platform is currently operated under the direction and control of Teazy Holdings Pty Ltd (“the Company”). All references to ‘our’, ‘us’, ‘we’ or ‘company’ within this policy and within the opt-in notice are deemed to refer to the Company, its subsidiaries, affiliates and associates or any third party which may assume ownership and/or control of this digital platform and its content. All references to “you” and “your” refer to any visitor to our digital platforms.
This Privacy Policy is to be read in conjunction with the Terms of Use and the Cookie Policy.
PURPOSE
We are committed to safeguarding your personal privacy and have crafted this Privacy Policy to clarify how we handle the personal information we collect from you. By providing us with your personal information, you consent to our Privacy Policy and acknowledge that we may collect, utilize, and disclose your personal data as outlined herein. If you do not agree with these terms, please refrain from sharing your personal details with us. Note that this Privacy Policy is an integral part of our Terms and Conditions, governing your overall usage of the Digital Platform. Your information will solely be utilized for the purposes outlined below. This Privacy Policy may undergo periodic updates, and it’s your responsibility to regularly review this page to ensure you are familiar with and accept the latest version. The terms outlined in the most recently updated Privacy Policy shall apply.
LEGAL DRINKING AND PURCHASE AGE DRINKING AND PURCHASE AGE
If you are below the legal drinking age to consume and/or purchase alcohol in your jurisdiction or the one from which you access this digital platform, you are not permitted to access this platform or share your personal information with us. We also restrict access to this digital platform for individuals who are not of legal drinking age in their respective jurisdictions. If we become aware that someone under the legal drinking age has provided us with personal information, we will make reasonable efforts to either remove it from our records or flag it for the sole purpose of preventing further use. However, we cannot be held liable for any claims arising from individuals below the legal drinking age accessing this platform or sharing personal information with us.
WHAT IS PERSONAL INFORMATION?
Personal information is information about an identifiable individual, or as defined by applicable legislation. It does not include aggregated information that does not allow you to be identified, nor does it include business contact information such as your name, title, business address and business telephone number.
COLLECTING PERSONAL INFORMATION
On this Digital Platform, any information or content you submit for publication may be considered personal information, which you acknowledge is provided voluntarily and without coercion for publication here. We retain the right to refuse publication of any information provided by you, and/or to edit the information before publication. You affirm that you have the legal right to furnish and publish the information, and that it is accurate and truthful in all aspects. Furthermore, you agree to indemnify us against any claims arising from the information you provide and that we publish on this Digital Platform.
Subject to the aforementioned conditions, you have the discretion to determine what personal information you disclose to us. We will only collect personal information that you willingly provide. Whenever possible and reasonable, we will afford you the opportunity to specify how we utilize this information (for instance, by opting in or out of receiving special promotions or other communications from us).
You may choose to furnish us with personal information if, for instance, you: reach out to us with an inquiry; register on the Digital Platform; engage in any initiative; complete a survey or form containing personal details; request information from us; participate in a competition; post information in public sections of the Digital Platform; or take advantage of a promotional offer. At any juncture where we solicit information from you, you have the liberty to decide whether or not to receive communications from us, barring communications mandated by law or necessary for administering any transaction you’ve requested.
By supplying any personal information to us, you acknowledge and expressly consent to the transfer of such personal information to, and its collection and processing in, other countries or territories. Any such transfer and processing by us will adhere to the guidelines outlined in this Privacy Policy.
USE OF COOKIES ON OUR DIGITAL PLATFORMS
We utilize “cookies” to gather and store information about visitors to our digital platforms. A cookie is a small data file sent by our server to your browser when you access the digital platform. The use of cookies aids in facilitating certain aspects of the digital platform. You have the option to delete cookies at any time or configure your browser to reject or delete them. Guidance on managing cookies can be found at www.aboutcookies.org.
Information from cookies may be utilized for the following purposes:
- Traffic monitoring, which includes tracking the IP address, browser type, operating system, date, and time of access, pages visited, and the internet address from which the digital platform was accessed.
- Identifying repeat visitors for statistical and analytical purposes.
- Anonymous tracking of interaction with online advertising, such as monitoring banner ad displays and clicks.
- We may link the information collected through cookies with other personally identifiable information provided by you. These purposes include:
- Customizing your digital platform experience, such as greeting you by name.
- Monitoring your digital platform usage to tailor our communications to you, such as sending relevant email communications based on your browsing habits.
- Compiling and reporting aggregate statistics to third parties, such as advertisers, regarding user numbers, traffic patterns, and related digital platform information.
For further details, please consult our Cookie Policy.
USE OF PERSONAL INFORMATION
We may utilize the personal information gathered from you through various means, including but not limited to:
Marketing Communications: Your personal information may be used to engage with you regarding our products and services, as well as those of our subsidiaries, affiliates, and parent companies, along with their associated businesses. However, you retain the choice to opt in or out of receiving such communications when initially providing your personal details. Moreover, you’ll always have the option to unsubscribe from these communications at any time (refer to “Unsubscribe, access, questions and further information” below).
Marketing Analysis: Internally, we may analyse the information for marketing purposes, such as identifying consumer trends or assessing traffic on our digital platforms. Non-personal data may be shared with entities like regulatory bodies or advertisers, in an aggregated and anonymized format devoid of any personally identifiable information. Your explicit consent will be sought before sharing identifiable personal information with third parties for marketing analysis.
Third Party Offers: We may facilitate selected organizations to send you pertinent information. In such cases, your personal data may be disclosed to these entities, bound by confidentiality agreements and usage restrictions. We’ll always seek your approval before allowing a third party to send you any such communications.
Public (or Interactive) Areas of our digital platforms: Any information you share in the public sections of our digital platforms (e.g., chat rooms, bulletin boards) may be accessible to and used by others, potentially resulting in unsolicited contact. Users are advised to exercise caution when divulging personal information in these areas.
Sale or Transfer: In events like sales, mergers, or transfers of substantial assets, information pertaining to your association with us—including personally identifiable data—may be transferred, sold, or assigned to third parties.
Legal Purposes: We may collect, use, and/or disclose your personal information as permissible by law, or if required to do so by law. This may include actions deemed necessary to safeguard against illegal activities, comply with audit and security standards, or enforce corporate policies and contractual obligations.
DISCLOSURE OF PERSONAL INFORMATION
In addition to the disclosures outlined in the aforementioned purposes, we may occasionally disclose personal information to the following:
- Our service providers and subcontractors, including affiliates, engaged to execute functions on our behalf or provide services, such as marketing, advertising, data processing, software development, digital platform hosting and management, IT and office services, legal, accounting, audit, and other professional services. However, such service providers are obligated to use the personal information solely for performing these functions or providing services to us, and not for any other purpose unless required by law.
- Individuals or entities, including affiliates, to whom disclosure is necessary to fulfil one or more of the purposes detailed under “Purposes for Collecting Information” above.
- Individuals who, in our reasonable judgment, are acting as authorized or appointed legal representatives of the concerned individual.
- Any third party with your consent or when disclosure is mandated or permitted by law.
Your utilization of this web digital platform signifies your agreement to the Terms of Use, which incorporate this Privacy Policy. By accepting the Terms of Use, inclusive of this Privacy Policy, you consent to the use and disclosure of your personal information for the aforementioned purposes.
SECURITY
Ensuring the security of your personal information is paramount to us, and we implement precautionary measures accordingly. We have established suitable physical, electronic, and managerial protocols to safeguard the information we gather. However, we cannot oversee the privacy of email communications during transit to us. Therefore, we advise against including confidential, proprietary, or sensitive details in emails.
In the rare instance where we suspect a compromise in the security of your personal information under our possession or control, we may attempt to notify you promptly using the contact details you provided. Please be reminded that, as per the Terms of Use governing this Digital platform, which includes this Privacy Policy, you are accountable for maintaining strict confidentiality regarding your account password. You are also responsible for any activity occurring under your account and password. It is solely your responsibility to regulate the dissemination and usage of your password, manage access to your account, and inform us promptly if you wish to terminate your account.
We shall not be held liable for any loss or damage resulting from your failure to adhere to this obligation. Upon your request, and where mandated by law, we will disclose the personal information we hold about you, update or remove your information, and rectify any inaccuracies in said information. Please reach out to us using the unsubscribe details provided below to initiate these actions.
LINKS
The Digital platform may feature links or references to other digital platforms beyond our jurisdiction. It’s important to note that we lack control over these platforms, and as such, our Privacy Policy does not extend to them. We encourage you to review the privacy policies and terms and conditions of any linked or referenced digital platforms you visit.
In jurisdictions where we operate, this Privacy Policy may be supplemented by additional legal requirements as necessary. It’s crucial to understand that nothing within this Privacy Policy, or otherwise, will establish or augment any rights or claims—be they legal, equitable, or otherwise—that individuals may hold against the Company or any of its directors, officers, employees, agents, or representatives. Additionally, the existence or application of this Privacy Policy will not impose or increase any obligations or liabilities upon the Company or its affiliates beyond those already mandated by law.
GOVERNING LAW
This policy is governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of the Republic of South Africa.