This Privacy Policy describes how Western Province Rugby Referees Society (“the Company”, “We”, “Us”, or “Our”) collects, uses, discloses, and safeguards your personal information when you use our website https://wprugbyrefs.co.za (“the Service”).

By accessing or using our website, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

1. Interpretation and Definitions:

Account means a unique account created for you to access our Service or parts of our Service. Currently, this website does not require you to set up an account.

Cookies are small files placed on your computer, mobile device, or other device by a website, containing information such as browsing history and preferences.

Personal Data means information relating to an identified or identifiable individual.

Service refers to this website and the services offered.

Service Provider means any natural or legal person who processes data on behalf of the Company.

Usage Data means data collected automatically, such as IP addresses, browser details, and time spent on pages.

You means the individual or entity accessing or using the Service.

2. Personal Data We Collect:

We may collect the following information when you interact with our Service:

• Name and surname
• Email address
• Contact numbers
• Physical address
• Relevant affiliations and specialities
• Usage Data (e.g., IP address, browser type, time spent on site)

Data may be collected directly (when you submit forms) or automatically (via browser interactions).

3. Use of Your Personal Data:

We may use your personal data to:

• Provide, maintain, and monitor our Service
• Contact you regarding updates, services, or notices
• Manage and respond to your requests
• Provide news, offers, and event updates (unless you opt out)
• Comply with legal obligations
• Improve security and user experience

We may share your data with Service Providers, law enforcement (where legally required), or with your consent.

4. Retention of Data:

We retain your Personal Data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, or as required by law.

5. Transfer of Data:

Your data may be processed and stored outside of South Africa. By submitting your data, you consent to such transfers, provided adequate security measures are in place.

6. Security of Data:

We use commercially acceptable measures to protect your data. However, no system is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute protection.

7. Children’s Privacy:

We do not knowingly collect data from children under 13. If you believe your child has provided us with personal data, please contact us immediately.

8. Third-Party Links:

Our Service may contain links to external sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party websites.

9. Changes to this Privacy Policy:

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Updates will be posted here with an updated “last revised” date.

10. Contact Us:

For any questions regarding this Privacy Policy, you can contact us at:

administration@wprugbyrefs.co.za