Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 2025-02-01

1. Introduction
YesFreeLotto.com ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and share your personal information when you visit or use our website, yesfreelotto.com (the "Site"). We comply with South African data protection laws, including the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA).

2. Information We Collect
We collect various types of information, including:
● Personal Information: Identifiable information such as:
○ Contact Information: Name, email, phone number.
○ Demographic Information: Age range, location (optional).
○ Account Information: Username, password (hashed).
○ Payment Information: If you choose to pay for subscriptions or donations, we collect payment details securely through our payment gateway (we do not store full card details).
● Usage Information: Includes:
○ Log Information: IP address, browser type, access times, pages viewed.
○ Device Information: Device model, operating system, unique identifiers.
○ Cookies: We use cookies to enhance your experience and track usage. You can manage cookies through your browser settings.
● Information from Third Parties: We may receive information from third-party sources if you connect your accounts to our Site.

3. How We Use Your Information
We may use your information for:
● Providing and managing the service (account administration, lottery entries, customer support).
● Personalization (customizing your experience).
● Communication (sending updates and promotional offers, with an opt-out option).
● Improving the Site (analyzing usage and trends).
● Legal compliance.
● Marketing (with your consent).

4. How We Share Your Information
We may share your information with:
● Service Providers: Third parties performing services on our behalf (e.g., hosting, payment processing).
● Legal Authorities: If required by law.
● Business Transfers: In case of mergers or acquisitions.
● Partners: For marketing purposes without your explicit consent.

5. Data Security
We implement reasonable security measures to protect your information, including encryption and secure servers. However, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure.

6. Data Retention
We retain your information as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or as required by law.

7. Children's Privacy
Our Site is not intended for children under 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18. If you become aware of such use, please contact us at [email protected].

8. Changes to this Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page, and your continued use of the Site constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

9. Contact Us
For questions about this Privacy Policy, contact us at:
YesFreeLotto.com, The Block Estate, Cnr Peter Barlow and Bester Roads, Glenhaven, Cape Town, South Africa. [email protected]

10. Governing Law
This Privacy Policy is governed by the laws of South Africa.