1. Introduction
Springfield Factory Supplies respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and process your personal information when you visit our website, make a purchase, or interact with us.
This policy is governed by the South African Consumer Protection Act, 2008 and the Protection of Personal Information Act, 2013 (POPIA).
2. What Personal Information We Collect
2.1 Information Provided Directly by You
When you use our website and make a purchase, we collect: Full name, email address, phone number, residential address, delivery address, debit/credit card details, and transaction history.
2.2 Information Collected Automatically
Website usage data includes IP address, browser type, operating system, pages visited, and clickstream data. We also use cookies and tracking technologies including session cookies, persistent cookies, and analytics tracking.
3. How We Use Your Personal Information
3.1 Primary Uses
We use your personal information for order fulfillment and delivery, including processing and confirming your order, arranging payment collection, coordinating delivery, and resolving order-related issues. We also use it for customer service, quality assurance, legal compliance, and fraud prevention.
3.2 Secondary Uses
We may send promotional emails about products and offers, notify you of sales and new products, request feedback and reviews, and conduct customer satisfaction surveys. We also use data to improve website functionality and conduct internal analytics.
4. Data Sharing & Third Parties
4.1 Courier & Logistics Partners
Your name, phone number, and delivery address are shared with our courier service provider to facilitate delivery of your order. The courier is bound by confidentiality obligations and uses your information only for delivery purposes.
4.2 Payment Processors
Payment information is processed via secure payment gateways. We do not store full credit/debit card details—only the last 4 digits for reference.
4.3 Who Else We Share Information With
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for their marketing purposes. Your information may only be disclosed to courier/logistics providers, legal authorities if legally required, and our accountant/bookkeeper for tax compliance.
5. Marketing Communications
5.1 Email Marketing
If you provide your email address, we may send promotional emails about products and special offers, updates about new stock, seasonal sales announcements, and transactional emails.
5.2 Opting Out
You have the right to opt out of marketing communications at any time by clicking 'Unsubscribe' in any marketing email or contacting us directly. You cannot opt out of transactional emails as these are necessary for order fulfillment.
6. Cookies & Tracking Technologies
6.1 What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small data files stored on your device that help us recognize you and improve your experience.
6.2 Types of Cookies We Use
Essential cookies enable shopping cart functionality, login, and security. Analytics cookies track user behavior and website performance. Marketing cookies enable retargeting ads and conversion tracking.
6.3 Your Cookie Choices
When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie consent banner. You can accept all cookies, select essential only, or manage preferences. You can change settings anytime via your browser.
7. Data Security
7.1 Security Measures
We implement industry-standard security measures including SSL/TLS encryption, secure payment gateways (PCI DSS compliant), access controls, regular backups, and firewalls.
7.2 Your Responsibility
You are responsible for keeping your account password confidential, logging out when using shared devices, not sharing payment information via email, and reporting unauthorized access immediately.
8. Data Retention
Transaction and order data are retained for 7 years (tax compliance requirement). Marketing data is retained until you unsubscribe or request deletion. Website analytics are retained for 25 months. Customer communication records are retained for 3 years. Payment information is not stored (processed through secure payment gateway).
9. Your Privacy Rights
Under POPIA and South African law, you have the right to access, correct, delete, and object to processing of your personal information. You also have the right to data portability. Submit requests to springfieldfactorysupplies@outlook.com or call 081 654 6407. We will respond within 30 days.
10. Children's Privacy
Our website and products are not intended for children under 18 years old. Parental consent is required if a child wishes to purchase. We do not knowingly collect information from children without proper consent.
