Privacy Policy
Paperclip Studio
Introduction
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Paperclip Studio (“we”, “our”, “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information.
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This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information when you use our website, digital products, templates, or services.
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We process personal information in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act, 4 of 2013 (POPIA) of South Africa.
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By using our website or services, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.
Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of personal information:
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Information you provide directly
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Name and surname
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Email address
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Billing information
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Business information (if applicable)
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Messages or information submitted through contact forms
Information collected automatically
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When you use our website, we may automatically collect:
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IP address
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Device information
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Browser type
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Website usage data
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Cookies and analytics data
This information helps us improve our services and user experience.
How We Use Your Information
We may use your personal information to:
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Provide and deliver our digital products and services
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Process payments and invoices
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Communicate with you about purchases or support
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Improve our website and services
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Send marketing emails (only with your consent)
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Comply with legal obligations
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We will only process personal information for lawful and specific purposes as required under POPIA.
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Sharing Your Information
We do not sell your personal information.
We may share your information with trusted third parties when necessary, including:
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Payment processors
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Website hosting providers
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Email marketing platforms
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Analytics tools
These third parties are required to protect your personal information and only process it for the purposes we specify.
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Storage and Security
We take reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect personal information against loss, misuse, or unauthorized access.
However, no online system can guarantee complete security.
We will retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purpose for which it was collected.
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Cookies and Analytics
Our website may use cookies and analytics tools to understand how visitors interact with our website.
Cookies help us:
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Improve website performance
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Understand user behavior
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Optimize our marketing
You may disable cookies through your browser settings.
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Your Rights Under POPIA
Under POPIA, you have the right to:
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Request access to your personal information
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Request correction or deletion of your information
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Object to the processing of your information
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Withdraw consent for marketing communications
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the details below.
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Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those websites.
We recommend reviewing their privacy policies before providing personal information.
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Children’s Privacy
Our services are not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
If we become aware that we have collected such information, we will take steps to delete it.
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Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.
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Contact Information
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your personal information is handled, please contact us:
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Paperclip Studio
Email: workwithluciamae@gmail.com
Website: paperclipstudio.co.za