This policy, hereinafter referred to as "The Policy," outlines the guidelines and procedures adopted by Edition Media Pty Ltd, hereinafter referred to as "The Company," Edition Media and website www.editionmedia.co.za, for processing personal data collected through its website.

Definitions

• Personal Data: Any information related to a natural person allowing their identification.
• Owner: Natural person to whom the personal data belongs.
• Processing: Any operation on personal data, such as collection, storage, use, circulation, or deletion.
• Data Controller: Edition Media, who decides on the purpose and means of processing personal data.
• Data Processor: Third party processing personal data on behalf of the Data Controller.

Purposes of Processing

The Company will process personal data for the following purposes:

1. Business relationship management and customer service.
2. Sending information about products, promotions, and services.
3. Statistical and market analysis to enhance products and services.
4. Compliance with legal and contractual obligations.

Authorization of the Owner

The Company will obtain explicit and informed consent from owners for the processing of their personal data, obtained through mechanisms such as online forms or checkboxes.

Owners' Rights

Owners of personal data have the following rights:

1. Access to personal data.
2. Rectification of inaccurate or incomplete data.
3. Deletion of data when not required for established purposes.
4. Revocation of granted consent.
5. File complaints with the competent authority for perceived rights violations.

Data Security

The Company will implement technical, administrative, and organizational measures to protect personal data against unauthorized access, loss, alteration, or disclosure.

Communication and Data Transfer

The Company may share personal data with third-party data processors, service providers, and government entities to comply with legal obligations or fulfill established purposes.

Validity and Update of the Policy

This Policy is effective from its publication date on the website. The Company reserves the right to update or modify it at any time, with prior communication to data owners.

Contact

For inquiries, information requests, or exercising data owner rights, contact us at [contact email] or [contact telephone number].

By using our website and providing personal data, you accept the terms and conditions of this Personal Data Handling Policy.

Last Update Date: August 28, 2023

Sincerely,

Edition Media Social & Digital®
[email protected]