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Private Policy for The Connoisseur's Collection

Last updated December 01, 2024

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1. Introduction

Welcome to The Connoisseur's Collection. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information in compliance with applicable laws, including the POPIA (Protection of Personal Information Act) in South Africa and relevant U.S. privacy laws, including the CCPA (California Consumer Privacy Act) where applicable.

If you have any questions, please contact us at:

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2. Information We Collect

We collect personal data that you provide directly to us and information gathered automatically through cookies and similar tools. This includes:

  1. Information You Provide:

    • Name and email address via contact forms.

    • Payment information when processing orders (handled by third-party providers).

  2. Automatically Collected Information:

    • Data such as IP address, browser type, device type, and usage behavior collected through cookies and tracking tools.

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3. Purpose of Data Collection

Your data is collected and processed for the following purposes:

  • To respond to inquiries and provide support.

  • To process orders, including payment transactions.

  • To analyze website traffic and improve user experience.

  • For marketing, including sending newsletters (with your consent).

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4. Third-Party Services

We use third-party services to support the operation of our website and services, including:

  • Payment Processors: Securely process transactions (e.g., PayPal, Stripe).

  • Analytics Tools: Analyze user activity on the website (e.g., Google Analytics).

  • Affiliate Programs: Track referrals and purchases via affiliate links.

These third parties may collect, store, and process your data in compliance with their privacy policies.

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5. Data Storage and Security

  • Storage Location: All data is stored on servers located in South Africa.

  • Retention Period: Personal data is retained only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined or as required by law.

  • Security Measures: We use SSL encryption and other measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, disclosure, or loss.

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6. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal data:

  1. Access and Correction: Request access to or correction of your personal information.

  2. Deletion: Request the deletion of your personal information, subject to legal obligations.

  3. Objection: Opt-out of marketing communications or the use of your data for analytics purposes.

To exercise your rights, contact us at:
joetheconnoisseur@gmail.com 

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7. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies to enhance your experience on our website. These cookies may track your preferences, usage data, and device information.

  • A cookie banner will soon be implemented, giving you control over which cookies you consent to.

  • You can also adjust cookie settings via your browser.

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8. Children’s Privacy

Our website is not intended for users under the age of 18, and we do not knowingly collect personal data from children.

 

9. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page, with the date of the latest revision indicated at the top.

This Privacy Policy is designed to comply with privacy laws in the USA and South Africa. Should you have any concerns or questions, feel free to contact us.​

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