PRIVACY POLICY
INTRODUCTION AND SCOPE
Thank you for visiting our website (the “Website”). Essential 420 is dedicated to safeguarding and respecting your privacy.
This Privacy Policy, in conjunction with our Website terms and conditions, outlines the foundation on which we collect, use, store, and process any personal information gathered from you or provided by you (“Collect” or “Collection”). Kindly review the following to comprehend our perspectives and practices regarding your Personal Information (as defined below) and how we intend to manage it. By adopting this Privacy Policy, we aim to ensure that the utilization of your Personal Information adheres to lawful, reasonable, and relevant standards in line with our activities. We aspire to enhance the services we provide and your overall experience. While we take reasonable measures to prevent unauthorized access or disclosure of your Personal Information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
By continuing to use the Website, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy. Your ongoing use of the Website signifies your consent to the Collection of Personal Information based on the terms specified herein.
WHAT TYPES OF PERSONAL INFORMATION DOES ESSENTIAL 420 COLLECT?
We may Collect Personal Information, including but not limited to your first and last name, screen name, profile pictures, email address, postal address, telephone number, date of birth, details about your telephone device, and information related to the method of payment for membership fees. Additionally, we may Collect information about your interests, preferences, purchasing behavior, transactional details, geographical location, and demographics. The data collected from our Website is often aggregated and anonymous, providing general insights without identifying specific individuals.
We may use “cookies” and similar technologies to enhance your online experience, personalize your visit, analyze traffic, and track user trends. While cookies or web beacons on their own do not contain Personal Information, they may be linked to the anonymous data stored in these devices if you choose to provide Personal Information.
HOW DO WE USE YOUR PERSONAL INFORMATION?
We may use your Personal Information to provide requested services, allow participation in recreational activities, inform you of changes to our Website, share content, services, promotions, offers, and competitions, respond to queries, develop a direct relationship with you, understand trends for service improvement, and ensure security, administrative, and legal purposes.
WHAT ABOUT PUBLICLY AVAILABLE PERSONAL INFORMATION?
If our Website offers chat rooms, message boards, blogs, or forums, information disclosed in these spaces will be used in accordance with this Privacy Policy. We are not responsible for other parties’ use of Personal Information made available through these channels.
WILL YOUR PERSONAL INFORMATION BE USED FOR MARKETING?
With your prior express consent, we may use your Personal Information for promotional purposes related to our services and on behalf of other Essential 420 members. You have the right to request the cessation of using your Personal Information for marketing purposes.
WHAT SECURITY MEASURES ARE IN PLACE?
While absolute security cannot be guaranteed, we employ reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your Personal Information against manipulation, loss, misuse, or unauthorized access. We continuously update these measures in alignment with legal and technological developments.
WHERE WILL YOUR PERSONAL INFORMATION BE STORED?
Your Personal Information is stored in South Africa. We may also store and transfer it to a central database located in South Africa or another jurisdiction with substantially similar data protection laws.
WILL YOUR PERSONAL INFORMATION BE SHARED?
We may share your Personal Information with other founding members of Essential 420, third parties to comply with laws, or where necessary to address complaints about your Website use. Information may also be shared in an anonymous or aggregate form with third parties for business analysis.
For the complete Privacy Policy, including details on mobile application usage, access to Facebook user data, use of the Website by children, changes to the policy, governing law, and contact information, please visit our Website or contact us at info@essential420.co.za