Privacy Policy
Effective Date: 02/01/2026
1. Introduction
Run The Coast (“we”, “us”, “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal information is collected and used responsibly and in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act, 4 of 2013 (POPIA).
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect personal information when you visit our website: https://runthecoast.co.za (“the Website”).
By using this Website, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.
2. Personal Information We Collect
We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us, including but not limited to:
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Name and surname
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Email address
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Contact number
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Any information submitted through contact or enquiry forms
We may also automatically collect limited technical information such as:
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IP address
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Browser type
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Device information
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Pages visited and usage data
3. How We Use Your Information
We use personal information for the following purposes:
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To respond to enquiries or messages
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To provide information about the Run The Coast initiative
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To send updates or communications where consent has been given
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To improve website functionality and user experience
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To comply with legal and regulatory obligations
4. Cookies
This Website may use cookies or similar technologies to improve your browsing experience and analyse website traffic.
You can choose to disable cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling cookies may affect certain functionality of the Website.
5. Sharing of Personal Information
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.
Personal information may be shared only:
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With trusted service providers who assist in operating the Website (e.g. hosting or analytics services)
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Where required by law or to protect our legal rights
All third parties are required to respect the confidentiality and security of your personal information.
6. Data Security
We take reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect personal information against loss, misuse, unauthorised access, or disclosure.
While we strive to protect your personal information, no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure.
7. Data Retention
We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law.
8. Your Rights
In terms of POPIA, you have the right to:
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Request access to your personal information
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Request correction or deletion of your information
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Object to the processing of your personal information
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Withdraw consent where applicable
Requests can be made using the contact details below.
9. Third-Party Links
This Website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those websites and encourage users to review their privacy policies.
10. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.
11. Contact Information
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your personal information is handled, please contact:
Run The Coast
Email: info@runthecoast.co.za
