Privacy Policy

Last Updated: November 07, 2025

This Privacy Policy explains how Slow Lane Life (“the Company”, “We”, “Us”, or “Our”) collects, uses, and protects Your information when You use Our website and services (“the Service”). It also outlines Your privacy rights and how South African law, including POPIA, protects You.

By accessing or using the Service, You agree to the collection and use of information as described in this Privacy Policy.

1. Interpretation and Definitions

1.1 Interpretation

Words with capitalised initials have meanings defined below. These definitions apply regardless of whether the terms appear in singular or plural form.

1.2 Definitions

Account
A unique profile created for You to access Our Service or parts of it.

Affiliate
An entity that controls, is controlled by, or is under common control with the Company.

Company
Refers to Slow Lane Life, www.slowlanelife.co.za, located in Standerton, Mpumalanga, South Africa.

Cookies
Small data files placed on Your device to store browsing information.

Country
Refers to the Republic of South Africa.

Device
Any tool capable of accessing the Service, such as a computer, tablet, or smartphone.

Personal Data
Information that identifies, relates to, or can reasonably be linked to an identifiable individual.

Service
Refers to the Slow Lane Life website and all services offered through www.slowlanelife.co.za.

Service Provider
Any natural or legal person who processes data on behalf of the Company, including analytics, hosting, marketing, or payment partners.

Third-Party Social Media Service
Platforms or services enabling login or interaction with the Service (e.g., Facebook, Google).

Usage Data
Information collected automatically about how You use the Service.

Website
Refers to www.slowlanelife.co.za.

You / User
Any individual or entity accessing or using the Service.

2. Collecting and Using Your Personal Data

2.1 Types of Data Collected

Personal Data

We may collect information voluntarily provided by You, including:

• Full name

• Email address

• Phone number

• Information submitted via contact forms, comments, or inquiries

• Any information you choose to include when engaging with the Service

Usage Data

Usage Data is collected automatically and may include:

• IP address

• Browser type and version

• Pages visited, time spent, and date/time of visits

• Device identifiers

• Mobile device information

• Diagnostic and analytical information

Information from Third-Party Social Media Services

When You interact with the Service using third-party platforms such as Facebook, Google, Instagram, or LinkedIn, We may receive information made available by those platforms (e.g., name, profile photo, email address).

Tracking Technologies & Cookies

We use Cookies, scripts, and tags to operate and improve the Service.

Types of Cookies used include:

• Necessary Cookies – for essential functionality

• Preference Cookies – store Your settings and preferences

• Functionality Cookies – remember login details and enhance usability

You may disable Cookies through your browser settings; however, certain website features may not function properly.

3. How We Use Your Personal Data

We may use Your Personal Data for the following purposes:

• To provide, operate, and maintain the Service

• To manage Your Account

• To process purchases or transactions (if applicable)

• To communicate service updates, announcements, and offers

• To send newsletters or marketing material (unless You opt out)

• To respond to inquiries and provide customer support

• To monitor and analyse usage trends

• To improve the performance and user experience of the Service

• For business or asset transfers (e.g., mergers or acquisitions)

• For any purpose disclosed to You with Your consent

Sharing Your Personal Data

We may share Your data:

• With Service Providers

• With Affiliates

• With trusted business partners

• During business transfers

• With other users (only if You voluntarily share information publicly)

• With Your express consent

4. Retention of Your Personal Data

We retain Personal Data only for as long as necessary to:

• Provide the Service

• Comply with legal requirements

• Resolve disputes

• Enforce our policies

Usage Data may be retained for a shorter period unless required for security, analytics, or legal obligations.

5. Transfer of Your Personal Data

Your data may be stored or processed on servers outside Your province or country.
By using the Service, You consent to such transfers.

We implement reasonable technical and organisational measures to ensure Your data is treated securely.

6. Your Rights Under POPIA

You may exercise the following rights:

• Access Your Personal Data

• Request correction or deletion

• Object to processing

• Withdraw consent

• Unsubscribe from marketing communications

To exercise Your rights, contact Us at the details provided below.
Some data may be retained where legally required.

7. Disclosure of Your Personal Data

We may disclose Personal Data:

For Business Transactions

If the Company is involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets.

For Legal Reasons

To comply with legal obligations, protect rights, prevent fraud, or ensure public safety.

8. Security of Your Personal Data

We use reasonable safeguards to protect Your information.
However, no internet transmission or storage method is 100% secure, and We cannot guarantee absolute protection.

9. Children’s Privacy

Our Service is not directed to individuals under the age of 13.
We do not knowingly collect Personal Data from children.
If You believe data has been collected from a minor, please contact Us immediately so we can remove it.

10. Links to Other Websites

Our Service may contain links to external websites that are not operated by Us.
We are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or policies of such third-party sites.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date.
You are encouraged to review the Policy periodically.

12. Contact Us

If You have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise Your privacy rights, you can contact Us through:

Website Contact Page:
www.slowlanelife.co.za/contact