This Privacy Policy describes how Eastwood Media (“we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, and protects the personal information of our users, affiliates, and partners in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) of South Africa and, where applicable, the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

Information We Collect

Legal Basis:
We collect and process your personal data based on your consent, the necessity for fulfilling contractual obligations, and our legitimate business interests, such as compliance, security, and service improvement. Your consent is provided when you accept this Privacy Policy and continue to use our services. You may revoke your consent at any time using the contact details below.

Purpose:
We collect and process personal data for the following purposes:

• Payment Processing: To process payments, including collecting names, contact information, and banking or payment details.
• Compliance: To fulfill regulatory obligations, including identity verification and anti-money laundering (AML) procedures.
• Registration: To facilitate partner, affiliate, or user registration, including collecting identification documentation as required by law.
• Cookies & Tracking: To use cookies and similar technologies for improving user experience, analyzing website traffic, and customizing services.

How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Provide and manage our services.
• Process payments and fulfill contractual obligations.
• Comply with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Communicate important updates about our services.
• Enhance website experience and functionality.
• Protect the integrity and security of our systems.

How We Share Your Information

Your personal data may be shared as necessary to deliver our services, including with advertisers, technology partners, suppliers, and members of our group. All third parties are contractually required to protect your personal data and may not use it for unrelated purposes.

Mergers & Acquisitions:
If Eastwood Media is subject to a merger, acquisition, or asset sale, you will be notified of any changes to ownership or control of your personal data and your options.

Legal Requirements:
We may disclose your information to authorities or third parties as required by law, legal proceedings, or to protect our rights, property, or safety, as well as for fraud prevention.

Data Security

We employ technical and organizational measures to safeguard your personal data against unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. However, no system is completely secure; we will promptly notify you of any data breach affecting your personal information in accordance with POPIA and GDPR requirements.

International Transfers

If we transfer your data outside South Africa or the EU, we ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place (such as the use of Standard Contractual Clauses) to protect your information.

Data Retention

We retain your personal data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, including to satisfy legal, regulatory, or reporting obligations. The retention period depends on the type and sensitivity of the information, legal requirements, and the purpose for which we process it.

Your Rights

Depending on your location and applicable laws (POPIA/GDPR), you have the right to:

• Access your personal data.
• Correct or update inaccurate or incomplete data.
• Request the deletion of your personal data.
• Object to or restrict the processing of your personal data.
• Withdraw your consent at any time.

To exercise your rights, please contact us using the details below.

Cookies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve your experience and analyze our website’s performance. By using our website, you agree to our use of cookies as described in this policy.

Contact Us

For questions, concerns, or requests about your personal data or this Privacy Policy, please contact us via our contact page.

Updates to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Significant changes will be communicated via our website or directly to you.

By using our services, you agree to the collection and use of your personal data as described in this Privacy Policy.