Durban Tourism Travel Website

Effective Date: 01 January 2025

1. Introduction
Welcome to the Durban Tourism Travel Website. Your privacy is important to us, and we are committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information, especially in relation to user authentication via Google login/signup.

2. Information We Collect
When you use our website and services, we may collect the following information:

• Personal Information: Name, email address, and profile picture (if you sign up via Google or manually register on our platform).

• Usage Data: IP address, browser type, device information, and interactions with our website.

• Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies to enhance user experience and for analytics purposes.

3. How We Use Your Information
Your information is used for the following purposes:

• To provide and manage user accounts and authentication.

• To personalize your experience on our website.

• To improve our website functionality, security, and services.

• To communicate updates, offers, and essential notifications.

• To comply with legal and regulatory requirements.

4. Google Authentication
When you choose to log in or sign up using your Google account, we request permission to access specific Google-provided information. We only use this data to facilitate authentication and improve user experience. Your Google login credentials are never stored on our servers.

5. Data Sharing and Third Parties
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data. However, we may share your information in the following circumstances:

• With service providers assisting in website operations (e.g., hosting, analytics, email notifications).

• When required by law or to protect legal rights and security.

6. Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data against unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. However, no system is completely secure, and we encourage users to take precautions to protect their accounts.

7. User Rights and Choices
As a user, you have the right to:

• Access, update, or delete your personal information.

• Withdraw consent for Google authentication at any time.

• Opt-out of marketing communications.

• Request a copy of your stored data.

8. Retention of Data
We retain user data for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy. Users may request account deletion, after which personal data will be securely erased, subject to legal obligations.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Continued use of our website after updates constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

10. Contact Us
If you have any questions regarding this Privacy Policy, you can contact us at:

Durban Tourism
Email: info@visitdurban.travel
Phone: +27 31 322 4164
Address: 90 Florida Rd, Windermere, Durban, 4091

By using our website, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy.