Welcome to Xamina! Your privacy is very important to us, and we are committed to protecting your personal information when you use our dating website, www.xamina.online ("website", "service", "platform"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and protect your information, and your rights under South African law, including the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA).By using our website, you agree to the terms outlined here. Please check this page regularly for updates, as we may make changes to this policy from time to time.

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1. What Information Do We Collect?

When you use our website, we may collect the following types of personal information:

• Personal details: Your name, contact information (e.g., email address), and any other details you provide during registration or while using our service.

• Preferences and interests: Information about your preferences and interests to personalise your experience on the platform.

• Online behaviour: Data about how you interact with our website, including your IP address, device type, and browsing activity.

• Cookies: Information collected through cookies to enhance your user experience (see our Cookie Policy below).

2. Why Do We Collect Your Information?

We collect your information for the following purposes:

• To provide and improve our services to you.

• To understand your preferences and customise your experience on our platform.

• To communicate with you, including sending promotional emails or other content that may interest you (if you have agreed to this).

• To conduct surveys or market research to better understand our users.

• To comply with legal obligations, such as reporting requirements or responding to lawful requests.

3. How Do We Protect Your Information?

We take your privacy and the security of your data very seriously. Xamina has implemented appropriate technical and organisational measures to safeguard your personal information. This includes:

• Using secure software and technologies to prevent unauthorised access, data theft, or disclosure.

• Regularly monitoring our systems for potential vulnerabilities.

• Restricting access to your data to authorised personnel only.

However, please be aware that no method of online data transmission or storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

4. Cookies and Tracking

What are Cookies?

Cookies are small files stored on your device when you visit our website. They help us track your activity on the platform and improve your experience.

How Do We Use Cookies?

We use cookies to:

• Understand how you interact with our website.

• Customise the content you see based on your preferences and behaviour.

• Improve the functionality and performance of our platform.

How Can You Manage Cookies?

You can disable cookies in your browser settings at any time. However, this may affect your ability to use certain features of our website. For more information about cookies, visit https://www.internetcookies.com.

5. Sharing Your Information

We respect your privacy and will not sell, lease, or share your personal information with third parties unless:

• You have given us explicit consent to do so.

• It is necessary to provide our services to you (e.g., sharing limited information with trusted service providers).

• We are required by law to disclose your information.

If we need to share your data with anyone else, we will ensure they are bound by strict confidentiality and data protection obligations, in line with South African law.

6. Links to Other Websites

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. Please note that this Privacy Policy applies only to Xamina. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of external websites. We encourage you to read the privacy policies of any other websites you visit.

7. Your Rights Under South African Law

Under the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA), you have the following rights:

• Access: You can request access to the personal information we hold about you.

• Correction: You can ask us to update or correct any inaccurate information.

• Deletion: You can request that we delete your personal information, subject to legal or contractual obligations.

• Objection: You can object to the processing of your data for certain purposes, such as direct marketing.

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

8. Restricting Data Collection

If you do not want us to collect or use your personal information, you may:

• Choose not to provide certain information while using our website.

• Adjust your browser settings to block cookies.

• Opt out of receiving promotional emails by clicking the "unsubscribe" link in any email we send you.

Please note that restricting data collection may limit your ability to use certain features of our platform.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our services or legal requirements. When we make significant changes, we will notify you via email or by posting a notice on our website. We encourage you to review this page regularly to stay informed.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, or if you want to exercise your rights under POPIA, you can contact us at:

Email: info@xamina.online
Website: www.xamina.online

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This Privacy Policy was last updated on 6 December 2024.