Privacy Policy

Last updated: September 18, 2025

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Personal Information

When you create an account, we collect:

• Email address
• Display name (optional)
• Password (encrypted)

1.2 Competition Data

When you participate in competitions, we collect:

• Your crosshair placement coordinates
• Submission timestamp
• IP address (hashed for security)

1.3 Technical Information

We automatically collect:

• Browser type and version
• Device information
• Usage analytics (anonymized)

2. How We Use Your Information

2.1 Service Provision

• To create and manage your account
• To process competition entries
• To determine and contact winners
• To provide customer support

2.2 Communication

• To send important service updates
• To notify you of competition results
• To respond to your inquiries

2.3 Security and Fraud Prevention

• To detect and prevent fraudulent activities
• To ensure fair play in competitions
• To protect the integrity of our platform

3. Information Sharing

3.1 Winner Information

When you win a competition, we may publicly display:

• Your display name or initials
• General location (city)
• Prize information

3.2 Service Providers

We may share information with trusted service providers who help us operate our platform, including:

• Cloud hosting services (Supabase)
• Payment processors
• Email service providers

3.3 Legal Requirements

We may disclose information when required by law or to protect our rights and safety.

4. Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information:

• Encryption of sensitive data
• Secure database storage
• Regular security audits
• Access controls and authentication

5. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as necessary to provide our services and comply with legal obligations:

• Account information: Until account deletion
• Competition entries: 7 years for audit purposes
• Winner records: Permanently for transparency

6. Your Rights

Under South African data protection laws, you have the right to:

• Access your personal information
• Correct inaccurate information
• Delete your account and associated data
• Object to certain processing activities
• Data portability

7. Cookies and Tracking

We use essential cookies to:

• Maintain your login session
• Remember your preferences
• Ensure platform security

We do not use third-party advertising cookies.

8. Children's Privacy

Our service is not intended for users under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18.

9. International Transfers

Your information may be processed in countries outside South Africa. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes via email or through our platform.

11. Contact Us

For questions about this Privacy Policy or to exercise your rights, contact us at support@babawina.co.za