Welcome to kissewasnaake (“site,” “we,” or “us”), and all related websites, downloadable software, mobile applications (including tablet applications), and other services provided by us and on which a link to this Privacy Policy is displayed, and all other communications with individuals through email.
This Privacy Policy (“Policy”) outlines the information that we collect on or through the Service, how we use and disclose such information, and the measures we take to safeguard it. By visiting the Site or utilizing the Service, you acknowledge and agree to the privacy practices described in this Policy.
Definition
- User: The individual using our Service, corresponding to the Data Subject, the subject of Personal Data.
- Personal Data: Any information related to an identified or identifiable natural person.
- Public Area: The area of the Site is accessible to both Users and Visitors without the need to log in.
- Restricted Area: The Site area is accessible only to Users, requiring a login for access.
- Visitor: An individual, other than a User, using the public area with no access to the restricted areas of the Site or Service.
- Cookies: Small pieces of data stored on a User’s device.
1. What information do we collect?
1.1 Personal Data
While using our site, we may request certain personally identifiable information to contact or identify you (“Personal Data”). This may include, but is not limited to, email address, name, “About you” information, your submitted content, cookies, and usage data.
We may use your Personal Data to contact you with newsletters, marketing, or promotional materials and other information of interest. You can opt out of receiving any or all of these communications by following the unsubscribe link or instructions provided in any email we send.
To create an account on our site, you need to provide your email and choose a username. Failure to provide this data will prevent the account creation.
1.2 Usage Data
We also collect information on how the Service is accessed and used (“Usage Data”), including but not limited to your computer’s Internet Protocol address (e.g., IP address), browser type, browser version, visited pages, time and date of visit, time spent on pages, unique device identifiers, and other diagnostic data.
1.3 Tracking & Cookies Data
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to monitor the activity on our Service and hold certain information. Cookies are files with a small amount of data, including an anonymous unique identifier, sent to your browser from a website and stored on your device. Tracking technologies such as beacons, tags, and scripts are also used to collect and track information, and enhance and analyze our Service.
You can instruct your browser to refuse all cookies or indicate when a cookie is being sent. However, not accepting cookies may limit the use of some portions of our Service.
Examples of Cookies we use include session cookies (operating our Service) and preference cookies (remembering your preferences and settings).
2. How We Use the Information We Collect
We utilize the information collected in various ways to provide the Service and operate our business, including:
2.1 Operations
Operating, maintaining, enhancing, and providing all features of the Service, delivering requested services and information, responding to comments and questions, and providing user support.
2.2 Improvements
Understanding and analyzing usage trends and preferences of Visitors and Users, improving the Service, and developing new products, services, features, and functionality.
2.3 Communication
Use your email address for administrative purposes, such as customer service, addressing intellectual property infringement, right of privacy violations, or defamation issues related to Personal Data. You can opt out of receiving promotional communications.
2.4 Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Utilizing automatically collected information and other data collected through cookies and similar technologies to personalize the Service, provide customized advertisements, content, and information, monitor and analyze the effectiveness of Service and third-party marketing activities, and track entries, submissions, and status in promotions or other activities on the Service.
2.5 Analytics
Using Google Analytics to measure and evaluate access to and traffic on the Site, creating user navigation reports for Site administrators. Google operates independently and has its privacy policy, which we recommend reviewing. The data collected will only be used on a need-to-know basis in a non-identifiable form, protecting the technical information collected.
3. To Whom We Disclose Information
Except as described in this Policy, we will not intentionally disclose Personal Data collected or stored on the Service to third parties without the consent of the applicable Visitor or User. We may disclose information in certain circumstances, such as:
3.1 Unrestricted Information
Information voluntarily included in a Public Area of the Service will be available to any Visitor or User with access to that content.
3.2 Service Providers
Working with third-party service providers for website development, application development, hosting, maintenance, and other services. These providers may have access to or process Personal Data as necessary for their functions, with contractual obligations to maintain confidentiality.
3.3 Non-Personally Identifiable Information
Making non-personally identifiable information available to third parties for reporting obligations, business or marketing purposes, or to assist parties in understanding Users’ and Visitors’ interests, habits, and usage patterns for certain programs, content, services, and/or functionality available through the Service.
4. Your Rights
Taking reasonable steps to allow you to correct, amend, delete, or limit the use of your Personal Data. You can update your Personal Data directly within your account settings. For requests or further information, please contact us. In certain circumstances, you have the right:
- To access and receive a copy of the Personal Data we hold about you.
- To rectify any inaccurate Personal Data held about you.
- To request the deletion of Personal Data held about you.
- The right to data portability for the information you provide.
Verification of identity may be required before responding to such requests.
5. Third-Party Services
The Service may contain features or links to third-party websites and services. Any information provided on third-party sites or services is directly provided to the operators, subject to their policies governing privacy and security, accessed through the Service. We are not responsible for the content or privacy and security practices and policies of third-party sites or services.
6. Data Retention
We retain Personal Data collected from a User for as long as the User’s account is active or for a limited period necessary to fulfill the purposes for which we initially collected it, unless otherwise required by law.
7. Security Of Data
While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your Personal Data, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.
8. Third-Party Links
Occasionally, at our discretion, we may include or offer third-party products or services on our website. These third-party sites have separate independent privacy policies. We have no responsibility or liability for the content and activities of these linked websites. We encourage you to learn about third parties’ privacy and security policies before providing them with information.
9. Do we disclose any information to outside parties?
The site does not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer personally identifiable information to outside parties. Trusted third parties or subcontractors assisting us in operating our website may have access to personally identifiable information on a need-to-know basis, contractually obliged to keep your information confidential. We may also release information when required by law or to enforce site policies, and protect rights, property, or safety. Non-personally identifiable visitor information may be provided to other parties for marketing, advertising, or other uses.
10. Data Controller
We are the Data controller of your data, as defined in terms of the European Union’s General Data Protection Regulation (Regulation (EU) 2016/679).
11. Changes and Updates to this Policy
We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. Notification of changes will be posted on this page.
12. How to contact us
For any questions or comments about this Policy, your Personal Data, our use and disclosure practices, or your consent choices, contact us via email at support@kissewasnaake.com.
Last Updated: 10 Jan, 2023
