Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy explains how Juice Easel processes personal data on its website and related blog features. It applies to visitors, commenters, subscribers, and other users who interact with the site. By using the site, users understand that information may be collected and used as described here.

Policy guidance
This section outlines key topics addressed within this privacy notice.
Use of information
Handled under this policy framework
User rights
Requests and access options are described below
Support channel
Purpose of use

How We Use Data

We use personal data to publish and maintain the site, respond to messages, manage comments or subscriptions, monitor performance, prevent spam and abuse, and keep the site secure. We also use data to comply with legal obligations and to support internal recordkeeping and troubleshooting. Where permitted, we may use limited technical data to understand how the site is used and to improve basic functionality.

Processing is limited to purposes that are relevant to operating a personal blog.
Third-party sharing

Service Providers

We may share personal data with hosting, analytics, security, moderation, and communication providers that help operate the site. These providers are expected to use the data only for the services they perform for us and to apply appropriate safeguards. If the site uses embedded tools or third-party features, those providers may process data under their own terms and privacy practices.

Service providers receive only the information needed to perform their functions.

Contact Information

Email contact
Telephone
+27 41 780 6651
Postal address
1 Meadow Brook park, Ballito Outlying, Ballito, 4420
General contact

Use the contact details below for privacy questions or requests relating to this policy.

Users may have the right to request access to their personal data, correction of inaccurate information, deletion in appropriate cases, or objection to certain processing. Where processing is based on consent, users may withdraw consent for future processing of that kind. We may need to keep some information where a legal duty or legitimate operational need applies.

Available rights may depend on the nature of the request and applicable law.

To make a privacy request, users should provide enough information for us to identify the relevant data and verify the request. We may ask for additional details before responding, especially where the request concerns access, deletion, or correction. If a request cannot be fully granted, we will explain the reason in general terms where appropriate.

Requests are reviewed before action is taken to protect account and data security.

We retain personal data for the period needed to operate the site, manage communications, meet legal obligations, resolve disputes, and maintain security records. When data is no longer required, we delete it, anonymise it, or restrict it so it is no longer actively used. Some records may be kept longer where law, tax, accounting, or enforcement needs require it.

Data is kept only for as long as needed for the purpose for which it was collected.

When we make material changes, we will post the updated policy on this page and revise the effective date where appropriate. Users should review the policy periodically to stay informed about current practices. Continued use of the site after an update means the revised policy will apply to future processing.

The policy may be revised to reflect changes in the site, services, or legal requirements.
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Data We Collect

We may collect identifiers and contact details that users choose to provide, such as name, email address, and message content. We also process technical data such as IP address, browser type, device information, pages viewed, and approximate location derived from network data. If users comment, subscribe, or submit forms, we may collect the information included in those submissions.

The categories of data collected depend on how users interact with the site.
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How We Collect Data

We receive personal data directly from users when they read posts, leave comments, send messages, subscribe to updates, or otherwise interact with the site. Some data is collected automatically through the browser or device used to access the site, including log data and cookie-related information. We may also obtain limited information from service providers that support hosting, analytics, security, or spam filtering.

Information comes from direct submissions and from normal site operation.
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Types of Cookies

We may use session cookies, which expire when the browser is closed, and persistent cookies, which remain for a limited period. These cookies may support site functionality, remember basic preferences, measure page performance, and help identify unusual or abusive activity. We do not rely on cookies to collect more information than is reasonably needed for these purposes.

Cookies used on the site are generally limited to essential and basic performance functions.
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Cookie Controls

Users may block or delete cookies through browser controls, and some browsers offer settings for limiting tracking technologies. If cookies are disabled, parts of the site may not function as intended, including features that rely on preferences or session management. Where a consent tool is available, users may adjust non-essential cookie choices through that tool.

Cookie settings can usually be changed in the browser or device used to access the site.