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1. Introduction

 

Storm media cc ("we" or "us") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This privacy policy will inform you about how we collect, use, and protect your personal data when you visit our website www.stormmedia.co.za. This policy complies with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) of South Africa.

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2. Personal Data Collection

 

We may collect the following types of personal data from you when you visit or interact with our website: www.stormmedia.co.za

• Name

• Email address

• Phone number

• IP address

• Browser type

• Device type

• Cookies and other tracking technologies

• Information required to fulfil an order (e.g., billing, shipping address, company details, logo, and artwork specifications for custom products).

 

 

3. How We Use Your Personal Data

 

We may use your personal data for the following purposes, based on a lawful justification (such as consent, contractual necessity, or legitimate interest):

• To respond to your inquiries and requests.

• To process and fulfil your orders for goods and services.

• To send you promotional materials about our products and services (you may opt-out at any time).

• To improve our website and services.

• To maintain and manage customer accounts.

• To comply with applicable laws and regulations.

 

 

4. Disclosure and Processing of Your Personal Data

 

We may disclose your personal data to the following third parties, who act as our Operators (a third party who processes personal information for us under a contract):

• Service Providers who help us operate our website, process payments, and provide our services, including cloud-based platforms used to securely host and manage digital profiles associated with NFC products.

• Government authorities or law enforcement officials if required by law or a valid legal process.

• Other third parties with your explicit consent.

 

We will not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third-party companies for their independent marketing or promotional use. Any sharing of data is strictly for the purpose of delivering the service you have requested.

 

 

5. Cookies and Other Tracking Technologies

 

We use cookies and other tracking technologies to collect information about your browsing behaviour on our website. This helps us analyse web traffic and improve user experience. You can disable cookies through your browser settings, but this may limit your ability to use certain features of our website.

 

 

6. Data Retention

 

We will retain your personal data for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by South African law. 

 

 

7. Your Rights (Data Subject Participation)

 

In compliance with POPIA, you have the following rights with respect to your personal data:

• The right to access and obtain a copy of your personal data.

• The right to request correction of any inaccurate or incomplete personal data.

• The right to request erasure or destruction of your personal data (subject to any overriding legal obligations).

• The right to object to the processing of your personal data on reasonable grounds.

• The right to request the restriction of processing of your personal data.

 

 

8. Children's Privacy

 

Our website is not intended for use by children under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors. If you are a parent or guardian and believe that your child has provided us with personal data, please contact us immediately.

 

 

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

 

We reserve the right to modify this privacy policy at any time. We will post any changes on our website and notify you of any material changes where required by law.

 

 

10. Contact Us

 

If you have any questions about this privacy policy, our use of your personal data, or to exercise any of your rights, please contact us at:

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Email: info@stormmedia.co.za

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Disclaimer: This document is provided for informational purposes only. While it is designed to align with POPIA and your specific business needs, it is highly recommended that you consult with a legal professional in South Africa to ensure full compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.