Effective Date: 11/10/2025

Blog name: Liefde, Laptops & Growing Feet

Owner: Chané-Leigh Mitchell

Contact: chane@liefdelaptopsgrowingfeet.co.za

1. Introduction

Your privacy is important to me. This Privacy Notice explains how I collect, use, store, and protect your personal information in line with Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) of South Africa.

By using this website, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Notice.

2. Information I Collect

I may collect the following personal information when you interact with this blog:

• Your name (e.g. when leaving a comment or subscribing)
• Your email address
• IP address and basic browser information
• Any information you voluntarily share through forms, comments or messages.

3, How Your Information Is Used

Your information is used for the following purposes:

• To respond to comments or messages
• To send email updates or newsletters (if you've subscribed)
• To improve website content and user experience
• To comply with legal requirements if necessary

I will not sell or rent your personal information to any third parties.

4. Cookies & Analytics

This site may use cookies (small text files stored on your device) to:

• Enhance your browsing experience
• Analyse website traffic and performance

You can manage or disable cookies in your browser settings. Third-party tools (such as Google Analytics) may collect anonymous usage data.

5. Data Storage & Protection

I take reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse.

Your data will only be kept for as long as necessary for the purpose it was collected.

6. Your Rights Under POPIA

You have the right to:

• Access and request a copy of the personal information I hold about you.
• Ask for information to be corrected or deleted.
• Withdraw your consent for communication at any time.
• Lodge a complaint with the Information Regulator of South Africa.

Information Regulator contact:

Website: https://www.justice.gov.za/inforeg/

Email: inforeg@justice.gov.za

7. Third-party Services

This blog may use third-party services (like email marketing platforms or analytics tools). These providers have their own privacy policies, and I encourage you to review them.

8. Updates to This Notice

The Privacy Notice may be updated from time to time. The latest version will always be available on this website. Continued use of the site after changes are posted indicates your acceptance of the updated terms.

9. Contact Me

For privacy-related questions, concerns, or access requests, please contact:

Email: chane@liefdelaptopsgrowingfeet.co.za

www.liefdelaptopsgrowingfeet.co.za