Privacy Policy
Gummyz Galore is committed to protecting your privacy and complying with applicable data protection and privacy laws. Any personal information that you provide to Gummyz Galore will be collected, used, and retained by Gummyz Galore in accordance with this Privacy Policy. The purpose of this Privacy Policy is to inform you of Gummyz Galore’s privacy practices and to explain how we collect, store, use, transfer, and disclose your personal information. We also describe the kinds of information that Gummyz Galore collects from you.
The www.gummyz.co.za website may include links to other companies’ websites and third‑party services that have privacy policies of their own. We recommend that you also read these websites’ policies. Gummyz Galore will not be held responsible for any negative consequences, legal or otherwise, that may result from your use of any third‑party websites or services.
By accessing and using the www.gummyz.co.za website and/or by submitting personal information to Gummyz Galore through any other means, you agree to the processing of your personal information in the manner provided for in this Privacy Policy.
1. What information is personal information
Personal information is information that can be used to identify you. Personal information includes, for example, your name, contact information, email address, identity number, credit card or debit card details, and information about your online behaviour. Information that does not identify a particular individual, such as statistical information, is not personal information and is not covered by this Privacy Policy.
2. What type of information does Gummyz Galore collect
Gummyz Galore may ask you for personal information such as your gender, age, and general interests and/or may ask you to complete a customer information questionnaire relating to your lifestyle choices and preferences. Providing this additional personal information is voluntary and helps Gummyz Galore personalise our offerings and provide a service more relevant to you.
3. Account and customer information
When you open an online account with Gummyz Galore, you will be asked to provide certain personal information, including your name, delivery address, billing address, contact numbers, email address, company (if applicable), and payment details. This information allows Gummyz Galore to process your purchases, deliver your orders, send confirmations, and contact you when necessary. Gummyz Galore does not store your credit or debit card information on its servers.
We may also collect information from your online account relating to your purchases and preferences to personalise your experience. You may receive marketing information about similar products, but you will always have the option to opt out. Gummyz Galore will never share your personal information with third parties for their marketing purposes without your consent.
4. Online information
Our website and online services may use cookies and similar technologies to process information and improve user experience. This helps us understand which parts of the website visitors use most and how effective our site and advertisements are.
5. How is your personal information used
Only personal information necessary for the purposes stated in this Privacy Policy will be collected and used by Gummyz Galore.
Provision of products and services
We may use your personal information to identify you, respond to queries, process orders, and ensure the functionality of our products and services.
Development of products and services
We may use your personal information to help us develop, deliver, and improve our products, services, content, and advertising. Aggregate and statistical information is generally used for these purposes. We may also use personal information for auditing, data analysis, and research.
6. Collecting the data of minors
Gummyz Galore’s terms and conditions do not permit minors to make purchases or engage in legal acts related to our products without parental or guardian consent, unless otherwise permitted by law.
Gummyz Galore does not knowingly collect information from persons under 18 years of age without such consent.
7. Data accuracy
We take reasonable steps to ensure that the personal information we collect is accurate, complete, and up to date. You can help by logging into your account and updating your details when necessary.
8. Disclosure of information to third parties
Authorised third parties and service providers
Gummyz Galore may share personal information with strategic partners and service providers who assist in delivering products and services. These parties are contractually required to protect your information.
Mandatory disclosure
We may disclose personal information to comply with legal obligations or governmental requests.
Necessary disclosure
We may disclose information to enforce our terms, protect our operations, or in the event of a reorganisation, merger, or sale.
9. Protection of personal information
Gummyz Galore uses physical, electronic, and managerial safeguards to protect your personal information from loss, misuse, alteration, disclosure, and unauthorised access.
10. Retention of personal information
We retain personal information only as long as necessary for the purpose for which it was collected. If you close your account or opt out of communications, we will delete your information unless required for another lawful purpose.
11. Changes to the Policy
Gummyz Galore may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. If material changes are made, a notice will be posted on the website for 30 days. We recommend revisiting the Policy periodically to stay informed.