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Privacy Policy for Barefoot Addo

Effective Date: 01/01/2025

Barefoot Addo (“we,” “our,” or “us”) values your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our website www.barefootaddo.co.za, make a booking with us, or interact with our services.

By accessing our website or making a reservation, you agree to this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

When you make a booking or contact us, we may collect:

  • Personal Identification Details – Name, surname, email address, phone number, ID/passport number.

  • Booking & Stay Details – Dates of stay, accommodation preferences, special requests.

  • Payment Information – Billing address, payment method (processed securely via third-party gateways).

  • Travel Information – Arrival/departure times, transport arrangements (if provided).

  • Website Usage Data – IP address, device/browser details, cookies, and browsing behavior.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Process and manage bookings, reservations, and payments.

  • Communicate booking confirmations, updates, and customer support.

  • Provide a personalized guest experience, including special requests or activities.

  • Send you offers, promotions, or newsletters (only if you opt in).

  • Improve our website, services, and guest experience.

  • Comply with legal, tax, and regulatory requirements under South African law (POPIA).

3. Sharing of Information

We respect your privacy and will never sell your information. However, we may share your data with:

  • Booking Platforms & Travel Agents – If you book through third-party websites (e.g., Booking.com, Airbnb, Expedia), they collect and share booking details with us. Their privacy policies also apply.

  • Payment Providers – Secure third-party payment gateways and banks to process your payments.

  • Service Providers – Trusted suppliers (e.g., activity providers, transport operators) to fulfill your booking requests.

  • Legal Authorities – If required by law, regulation, or to protect our rights and property.

4. Data Security

We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to safeguard your information. While we strive to protect your data, no online transmission or storage method is completely secure.

5. Your Privacy Rights

In terms of South Africa’s Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) and applicable laws, you have the right to:

  • Access the personal information we hold about you.

  • Request corrections to inaccurate or outdated details.

  • Withdraw consent to marketing communications.

  • Request deletion of your personal data, where legally permissible.

Requests can be made by contacting us directly (details below).

6. Cookies & Website Tracking

Our website uses cookies to:

  • Ensure smooth site functionality and bookings.

  • Analyze website performance and visitor behavior.

  • Personalize your browsing experience.

You may disable cookies in your browser settings, but some features may not work properly.

7. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to external travel, booking, or activity websites. Please note we are not responsible for the privacy practices of third parties, and encourage you to review their policies.

8. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted on our website with a revised “Effective Date.

9. Governing Law & Jurisdiction

This Privacy Policy is governed by the laws of the Republic of South Africa. Any disputes arising from or related to this Policy will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of South Africa.

10. Contact Us

For any privacy-related queries, please contact us:

Barefoot Addo
📍  1B Mountainvale Farm, Addo, 6105
📧 book@barefootaddo.co.za
📞  +27 83 283 2359