Privacy Policy

At Cody's Community, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal information is handled responsibly. This policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information in compliance with The Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) of South Africa and international privacy standards such as the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

1. Collection of Personal Information

We collect personal information that is necessary for operating our site and managing our community. The types of personal information we may collect include:

Name and contact information (email, phone number).

Demographic details (age, gender, location).

Usage data (IP address, device information, browser type).

Communication preferences.

Any other information you choose to provide voluntarily.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the personal information collected for the following purposes:

To manage and operate our WhatsApp community, Google Site, and associated groups.

To communicate with you and provide updates, news, or promotional content (only if you have opted-in).

To maintain security and monitor the performance of our online platforms.

To comply with legal obligations and protect our legal rights.

To improve our services and customize user experiences.

3. Consent

By joining Cody’s Community or using our website, you consent to the collection and use of your personal information as outlined in this policy. You have the right to withdraw your consent at any time. To do so, you may contact us directly, and we will assist with unsubscribing or removing your data.

4. Disclosure of Personal Information

We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties. However, we may disclose your information in the following instances:

Service Providers: We may share your information with trusted third-party providers (e.g., for website hosting, email services, or data analytics) who help us run our community.

Legal Requirements: We may disclose personal information if required to do so by law or in response to valid legal processes.

Protection of Rights: If necessary, we may share information to protect the rights, property, or safety of Cody’s Community, our users, or the public.

5. Your Rights under POPIA & GDPR

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

Right to Access: You can request access to the personal data we hold about you.

Right to Correction: You can request that we correct or update your personal information if it is inaccurate or incomplete.

Right to Deletion: You have the right to request that we delete your personal information, subject to legal or contractual obligations.

Right to Restriction of Processing: You can request that we limit how we process your personal data.

Right to Object: You have the right to object to the processing of your personal information in certain circumstances.

Right to Data Portability: You may request to receive your personal information in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details provided below.

6. Data Security

We take the security of your personal information seriously and have implemented reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect it from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. This includes secure data storage and using encryption where necessary. However, please note that no method of transmission over the Internet is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Retention of Personal Information

We will retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected or to comply with legal, regulatory, or contractual obligations. Once the retention period has expired, your information will be deleted or anonymized.

8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies or similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us analyze web traffic, remember your preferences, and provide you with a more personalized experience. You can choose to accept or decline cookies through your browser settings.

9. Cross-Border Data Transfers

In some cases, your personal information may be transferred to and stored on servers located outside of South Africa or your country of residence. We ensure that such transfers comply with international privacy standards, including the GDPR, and that your data is protected by appropriate safeguards.

10. Links to Third-Party Websites

Our site may contain links to third-party websites. This privacy policy does not apply to these external sites, and we are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party services. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before sharing any personal information.

11. Changes to this Privacy Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Any updates will be posted on this page, and we encourage you to review this policy regularly. Your continued use of our services following any updates constitutes your acceptance of the changes.

12. Contact Information

If you have any questions or concerns regarding this privacy policy or wish to exercise your data protection rights, please contact us at:

Email: othello.verrocchio@gmail.com 

We are committed to handling your inquiry promptly and efficiently.