This Privacy Policy applies specifically to the use, processing, and protection of personal data collected and managed by YesPlay News, accessible at yesplay.news, within the jurisdiction of South Africa. The Policy outlines the principles, measures, and legal bases on which personal information is gathered, processed, retained, and protected. This Policy covers all online activities, communications, and interactions occurring through the YesPlay News platform, regardless of a user’s location, but with full compliance to the South African Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) and other relevant legislation. YesPlay News is committed to safeguarding user information and ensuring appropriate methods are in place to secure data integrity. The Policy extends to all users, whether registered or not, and informs them of their rights, choices, and avenues for recourse regarding the handling of their personal information. This policy describes the standards for transparency, accountability, and lawful processing that YesPlay News upholds at all times. By accessing or using our site, users acknowledge and accept the practices detailed herein regarding personal information. This Policy also outlines what constitutes personal information in the context of our operations, underlining our commitment to privacy protection and open communication. Where necessary, users are provided with avenues for exercising their rights, lodging inquiries, or filing complaints directly with YesPlay News or relevant regulatory authorities. This scope ensures our users are well informed about our handling of sensitive personal data. Readers are encouraged to peruse all sections of this policy to fully understand the scope of their rights and our obligations. Our firm stance on privacy protection extends not only to compliance but enhancement of user trust and transparency. YesPlay News commits to reviewing and updating this Policy as required to remain compliant and reflect best practices. For further information or inquiries regarding this Policy, users may contact the Data Protection Officer at [email protected]. Appropriate notification will be given should there be any significant changes to the scope of this Privacy Policy.
YesPlay News collects a variety of personal information from users in the normal course of operating our website and providing our services. The nature of information collected includes, but is not limited to, names, contact details (email address, postal address), browsing data, IP addresses, device identifiers, and data relating to preferences and interactions with the platform. Our data collection methods encompass user-submitted information via contact forms, email communication, subscription requests, and technical information gathered automatically through the use of cookies and similar digital tools. Information may be obtained when users participate in features such as comments, forums, newsletter subscriptions, or customer support inquiries. Any personal information collected is done so for legitimate business reasons, always in line with applicable legal frameworks. No unnecessary personal information is collected, and all information gathered is pertinent to the administration and improvement of our services. Users have the right to withhold certain information, but this may influence the functionality and accessibility of some features. In keeping with the POPIA and other relevant data protection regulations, all data collection occurs under safeguards to prevent unauthorised or unlawful access, use, or dissemination. As a responsible data handler, YesPlay News is committed to transparency in its information gathering practices and provides users with timely and clear disclosures regarding the use of their data. This collection process also extends to information obtained from cookies and analytics solutions used for website optimisation, performance measurement, and security enhancement. Users are provided with suitable notifications regarding cookies and can manage their consent preferences via browser settings. The collection of information from individuals under the age of 18 is strictly prohibited, and YesPlay News employs reasonable measures to verify the age of its users.
The personal information collected by YesPlay News is used solely for the purposes for which it is provided, which typically include communication, user authentication, customer support, service improvement, and marketing communications. We process personal data to facilitate user registration, provide tailored content, notify users of updates, and distribute newsletters or promotional materials only where options have been affirmatively selected. Additional processing may be necessary for the management of our technical infrastructure, analytical insight gathering, system security, and for compliance with applicable legal or regulatory obligations. Any processing of personal data is done on the basis of legitimate interests or user consent, unless another legal grounds applies under South African law. We never process sensitive information beyond what is needed to serve our legitimate business needs or the rights and interests of the user. Where data is used for marketing, users have the explicit option to opt-out of such communications and can update preferences at any time. YesPlay News does not use personal data for automated decision-making processes or profiling that could affect users’ rights or freedoms. Our processing activities are always transparent, and user rights regarding access to, correction of, or deletion of personal data are respected in compliance with legal mandates. Data accuracy and integrity are central to our processing operations; consequently, mechanisms are in place to rectify and update information as required, with reasonable promptness upon user request. Any onward processing of data to fulfil legal requirements, such as fraud detection, compliance audits, or judicial inquiries, will be undertaken with the highest confidentiality standards. Data processing partners and third-party service providers that receive personal information on our behalf are duly vetted for data protection compliance and bound by comparable privacy obligations. Information retained for analytics and service refinement is anonymised or pseudonymised to the maximum feasible extent to further mitigate privacy risks.
YesPlay News treats all personal information collected as strictly confidential and will not disclose such data to third parties except under specific and clearly defined circumstances. Disclosure may occur only where necessary for legitimate business purposes, legal compliance, protection of users’ interests, or where the user has provided explicit consent for such sharing. Categories of third parties to whom personal information may be disclosed include website hosting providers, customer support services, analytical and marketing service partners, and legal or regulatory bodies upon valid request or legal compulsion. All such third-party service providers are contractually bound to process data solely for the stipulated purpose and in strict compliance with prevailing data protection laws, including the POPIA. No personal data will be sold, rented, or otherwise shared with any unauthorised party under any circumstances. Where required by law, or where a data subject’s vital interests are at stake, personal information may be disclosed to public authorities, law enforcement agencies, or relevant regulatory institutions. Although every effort is made to ensure data integrity and confidentiality in all disclosures, users are duly notified in advance, unless precluded by legal constraints. In the case of cross-border transfers of personal information, YesPlay News ensures that all recipients are situated in jurisdictions offering comparable levels of data protection or that suitable contractual guarantees are implemented. Transparency regarding third-party relationships and the nature of shared data enables users to make informed decisions about their continued engagement with our services. Recipients of disclosed data are under strict non-disclosure and data protection obligations, and regular audits are performed to verify the continued security of transferred information. Where disclosure is solely for website analytics, only anonymised or aggregated data is shared.
YesPlay News adopts robust administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to ensure the utmost security and integrity of personal information collected and stored through its website. Security controls include, but are not limited to, encryption of sensitive data in transit and at rest, secure socket layer (SSL) technologies, firewall protections, access controls based on least privilege, and routine vulnerability testing. Regular audits and risk assessments are conducted to detect and address potential weaknesses in our information systems. Passwords and authentication credentials are managed according to industry best practices, and personnel are trained extensively on the importance of data security and confidentiality. Data retention policies ensure that information is maintained securely only for as long as is necessary for the purposes outlined in this Policy, after which it is securely deleted or anonymised. Intrusion detection systems and continuous monitoring facilitate the early identification of security incidents, allowing prompt response to mitigate any data compromise. Despite our best efforts, no information system can be guaranteed entirely secure; users are accordingly encouraged to exercise due diligence in protecting their own credentials and report any suspicion of unauthorised access to [email protected]. Incident response protocols are established for managing data breaches, including notification requirements in line with POPIA regulations. Data backups are securely stored, enabling prompt recovery in case of data loss or corruption. Access to personal data is restricted strictly to authorised individuals with legitimate, documented business needs, and all accesses are logged for accountability purposes. The platform remains committed to continuous technological improvement, staying abreast of emerging data protection standards and threats. Users are kept informed of any significant changes or incidents affecting their personal information.
In compliance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) and other applicable laws, YesPlay News recognises, respects, and facilitates the exercise of individual data subject rights. Users have the right to request access to their personal information held by YesPlay News, as well as to request correction, updating, or deletion wherever inaccurate or no longer necessary. Where consent forms the basis for processing, users may withdraw such consent at any time without detriment, although this may affect availability of certain services. Users can object to the processing of their personal information for direct marketing purposes and may also request restrictions or limitations on certain processing activities. Requests for access, correction, deletion, or portability of personal data should be submitted in writing to [email protected]. Responses to user requests will be handled promptly, subject to verification of identity and assessment for legal basis of such requests. Users are entitled to lodge complaints with the Information Regulator (South Africa) should they believe their rights under POPIA have been infringed. Notifications regarding breaches of privacy and remedial actions will be duly provided, as mandated by law. Users may access concise and transparent information about their data and the processes supporting their rights at any time. YesPlay News supports users in exercising their rights fully, providing guidance where needed. Reasonable administrative resources are reserved to ensure all queries are resolved within legislated timeframes.
YesPlay News retains personal information only for as long as it is necessary for the fulfilment of the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. Data retention schedules are established based on the categories of information collected, the legal or regulatory requirements, the resolution of disputes, enforcement of agreements, and the continued provision of requested services. After the applicable retention period, all personal information is securely destroyed, deleted, or irreversibly anonymised. Information collected for marketing or communication purposes may be retained until such time as the user unsubscribes, opts-out, or requests erasure. System logs and technical data may be retained for a reasonable period to support security, auditing, and analytical processes. Where information is deleted, irreversible deletion or de-identification processes are employed. Users may request deletion of their personal information at any time by contacting [email protected], and such requests will be honoured except where retention is mandated for compliance or legitimate operational requirements. The data retention policy is periodically reviewed and updated to reflect best practices and legal developments. Notification is provided to users in the event the retention policy significantly changes, affecting their personal data held by YesPlay News. Appropriate records are maintained to evidence compliance with applicable data retention and destruction requirements.
Where necessary to fulfil the objectives described in this Privacy Policy, YesPlay News may transfer personal information to jurisdictions outside South Africa. Such transfers will only occur where adequate protection of personal data is ensured, either through the adoption of binding contractual provisions or reliance on adequacy decisions recognised by South African law. All international data transfers are performed in full compliance with the requirements of POPIA and require comparable levels of protection to those guaranteed within South Africa. Users are informed in advance of any international transfers involving their personal information. Recipients of such cross-border data transfers are contractually required to adhere to strict confidentiality, privacy, and information security undertakings. This Policy ensures the continued safeguarding of users’ privacy interests regardless of the data’s geographic location. Data subjects retain all applicable rights regarding their information transferred abroad, with the assurance that due diligence is undertaken to assess recipient capabilities and commitments regarding data protection. Regular compliance assessments and risk analysis of data transfer partners are performed to uphold the strictest standards. In all such instances, users can exercise their rights via the same contact point outlined in this Policy.
YesPlay News utilises cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance user experience, provide website functionality, and collect aggregate data for website analytics. Cookies enable the platform to recognise returning users, recall preferences, monitor usage patterns, and optimise content delivery. Usage of cookies is disclosed to users upon visiting the website, and continued use constitutes consent to their deployment, in line with South African law. Users retain the right to disable cookies via browser or device settings; however, certain features of the website may become inaccessible if cookies are declined. Tracking technologies are also used for security, analytical, and performance reasons, with all data being processed in a manner that is both lawful and proportionate. Information collected via cookies is anonymised where practicable and not used to personally identify users unless combined with other information provided voluntarily. Third-party analytics providers contracted by YesPlay News are bound to confidentiality and data protection obligations equivalent to those established under this Policy. Detailed guidance regarding cookies and how to manage preferences is provided within the website’s help sections or upon request to [email protected]. All cookie data is treated as personal information and protected accordingly under the terms of this Policy.
YesPlay News is owned and operated by Alistair Penrose. For any requests regarding this Privacy Policy, personal information, data access, rectification, or deletion, users may contact us using the following details:
All queries are treated with utmost seriousness and are directed to the designated Data Protection Officer. Prompt responses are guaranteed as per the prescribed legal obligations and timelines. Users are encouraged to contact YesPlay News with any privacy concerns, exercise of data subject rights, or for clarification regarding this Policy.
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