Who we are
Our website address is: https://bitouscape.co.za.
Your personal & private information stored on our website will not ever be shared, sold, or given out to anyone other than the employed members of Bitou Scape, as we consider your information privacy a top priority.
Adverts and advertorials will display contact information only with the written permission of the owner.
Comments
When visitors leave comments on the site we collect the data shown in the comments form, and also the visitor’s IP address and browser user agent string to help spam detection.
An anonymised string created from your email address (also called a hash) may be provided to the Gravatar service to see if you are using it. The Gravatar service privacy policy is available here: https://automattic.com/privacy/. After approval of your comment, your profile picture is visible to the public in the context of your comment.
Media
If you upload images to the website, you should avoid uploading images with embedded location data (EXIF GPS) included. Visitors to the website can download and extract any location data from images on the website.
Cookies
If you leave a comment on our site you may opt-in to saving your name, email address and website in cookies. These are for your convenience so that you do not have to fill in your details again when you leave another comment. These cookies will last for one year.
If you visit our login page, we will set a temporary cookie to determine if your browser accepts cookies. This cookie contains no personal data and is discarded when you close your browser.
When you log in, we will also set up several cookies to save your login information and your screen display choices. Login cookies last for two days, and screen options cookies last for a year. If you select “Remember Me”, your login will persist for two weeks. If you log out of your account, the login cookies will be removed.
If you edit or publish an article, an additional cookie will be saved in your browser. This cookie includes no personal data and simply indicates the post ID of the article you just edited. It expires after 1 day.
Embedded content from other websites
Articles on this site may include embedded content (e.g. videos, images, articles, etc.). Embedded content from other websites behaves in the exact same way as if the visitor has visited the other website.
These websites may collect data about you, use cookies, embed additional third-party tracking, and monitor your interaction with that embedded content, including tracking your interaction with the embedded content if you have an account and are logged in to that website.
Who we share your data with
If you request a password reset, your IP address will be included in the reset email.
How long we retain your data
If you leave a comment, the comment and its metadata are retained indefinitely. This is so we can recognise and approve any follow-up comments automatically instead of holding them in a moderation queue.
For users that register on our website (if any), we also store the personal information they provide in their user profile. All users can see, edit, or delete their personal information at any time (except they cannot change their username). Website administrators can also see and edit that information.
What rights you have over your data
If you have an account on this site, or have left comments, you can request to receive an exported file of the personal data we hold about you, including any data you have provided to us. You can also request that we erase any personal data we hold about you. This does not include any data we are obliged to keep for administrative, legal, or security purposes.
Where your data is sent
Visitor comments may be checked through an automated spam detection service.
Privacy Policy for Bitouscape Advertising Online
Effective Date: 18/1/2025
Introduction
Bitouscape Advertising Online (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and protect the information you provide when using our website, services, and advertisements.
By accessing or using our services, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please refrain from using our services.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
1.1 Personal Information
- Name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Billing and payment details
- Business details (if applicable)
1.2 Non-Personal Information
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Device type
- Usage data (e.g., pages visited, time spent on site)
- Cookies and tracking technologies
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information for the following purposes:
- To provide, operate, and maintain our services
- To process payments and manage subscriptions
- To communicate with you regarding your account or services
- To personalize your experience and improve our offerings
- To comply with legal obligations
- For marketing and promotional purposes (with your consent)
3. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell or rent your personal information. However, we may share your information with:
- Service Providers: Third-party vendors assisting in service delivery (e.g., payment processors, analytics providers).
- Legal Obligations: Government or regulatory authorities when required by law.
- Business Transfers: In case of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets.
4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Analyze website traffic and usage
- Enhance user experience
- Deliver targeted advertisements
You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our services.
5. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. While we strive to protect your information, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
6. Your Rights
Under South African data protection laws, you have the right to:
- Access your personal information
- Request corrections to inaccurate data
- Object to processing for direct marketing
- Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent
- Lodge a complaint with the Information Regulator
To exercise these rights, please contact us at [Insert Contact Email].
7. Retention of Information
We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law.
8. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.
9. Updates to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Updates will be posted on this page with the “Effective Date” noted at the top.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
Bitouscape Advertising Online
Email: support@bitouscape.co.za
Address: Plettenberg Bay, Western Cape, South Africa, 6600
By using our services, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.