Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) for Snow Aurora Online Shop

Last updated: 10/07/2025

At Snow Aurora, accessible from https://www.snowaurora.co.za, we are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal information responsibly. This policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA).

By using our website, registering an account, or placing an order, you agree to the terms outlined below.


1. Information We Collect

We may collect and process the following personal information:

  • Full name

  • Email address

  • Contact number

  • Delivery or billing address

  • Password (encrypted)

  • Order and purchase history

  • IP address and browser data

  • Cookie data and preferences

  • Live chat interactions

We collect this information when you:

  • Register or create an account

  • Place an order

  • Contact us or use live chat

  • Sign up for emails or promotions

  • Browse or interact with our website


2. Account Registration

When you register on our website, you provide personal information such as your name, email address, and a password. This information is used to:

  • Create and manage your customer profile

  • Store order history and preferences

  • Send updates about orders, services, or support

  • Offer personalized shopping features

Your password is securely encrypted, and you may update or delete your account at any time by logging in or contacting us at info@snowaurora.co.za.


3. Use of Your Information

Your information is used to:

  • Process and fulfil your orders

  • Provide customer service and support

  • Communicate order updates and delivery information

  • Improve our website, products, and services

  • Send marketing or promotional material (if consented)

  • Comply with legal or regulatory obligations


4. Legal Basis for Processing

We will only process your personal data when:

  • You have provided consent

  • It is necessary to fulfil a contract with you (e.g., order delivery)

  • We are legally obligated to do so

  • It is within our legitimate business interests (e.g., fraud prevention, website improvement)


5. Where Your Data Is Stored

Your personal information is stored securely in protected databases hosted on industry-grade platforms. These systems are protected with:

  • Advanced firewall and encryption technologies

  • Two-factor authentication (2FA) access control

  • Role-based permissions to limit access to authorised personnel only

We take all reasonable precautions to keep your data safe from unauthorised access, alteration, or destruction.


6. Security and Breach Notification

We are committed to ensuring the security of your personal information.

In the unlikely event of a data breach that could affect your account or personal information, we will:

  • Notify you immediately via email or phone

  • Promptly advise you to change your password

  • Take all required steps to mitigate the breach and prevent future occurrences

You are responsible for keeping your account login details confidential.


7. Cookies and Tracking

Our website uses cookies to enhance user experience and track performance. These may include:

  • Session cookies (for functionality)

  • Preference cookies (for saved settings)

  • Analytics cookies (e.g., Google Analytics)

  • Advertising cookies (e.g., Google Ads, Facebook Pixel)

You may disable cookies in your browser settings. For more information, visit www.allaboutcookies.org.


8. Sharing of Personal Information

We may share your personal information with trusted third parties, including:

  • Courier services (e.g. Courier Guy, Globe Flight, PostNet) for delivery

  • Service providers (e.g. IT, marketing, web hosting, accounting) working under confidentiality agreements

  • Stockists or agents who may send promotional material (only if you’ve opted in)

  • Law enforcement or regulators if required to comply with legal obligations or fraud investigations

We do not sell or rent your personal information.


9. Your Rights Under POPIA

You have the right to:

  • Access your personal data

  • Request corrections or updates

  • Request data deletion (unless legally required to retain it)

  • Object to processing

  • Withdraw consent at any time

  • Lodge a complaint with the Information Regulator

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at:

📧 info@snowaurora.co.za

📞 +27 65 322 4846


10. Retention of Personal Data

We only retain your personal data:

  • As long as your account is active

  • For as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected

  • As required by legal, tax, or regulatory obligations

We retain your personal data for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected, including for the purposes of satisfying any legal, accounting, or reporting requirements. In general, this means your data may be stored for up to 5 years unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. You may request deletion of your data at any time, subject to our legal obligations.


11. Children’s Privacy

We do not knowingly collect or process personal information of users under the age of 18. If you believe your child has submitted data to us, please contact us and we will delete it promptly.


12. External Links

Our website may contain links to third-party sites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of external websites. Please read their privacy policies separately.


13. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy to reflect changes to our practices, technologies, or legal obligations. All updates will be posted on this page with a new revision date. Continued use of our website implies acceptance of the updated terms.


14. Contact Us

If you have questions about this policy or the way we handle your personal information, please contact us:

📧 info@snowaurora.co.za

📞 +27 65 322 4846

🌐 https://www.snowaurora.co.za