Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

Effective Date: June 2025

At Rare Breed (www.rarebreed.co.za), your privacy is deeply valued. This Privacy Policy outlines the types of information we collect, how we use it, and the choices you have regarding your data.

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1. Who We Are

Rare Breed is a South African-based storytelling and healing platform, founded to empower and support readers through personal growth, trauma recovery, and creative expression. Our website address is: https://www.rarebreed.co.za

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2. Information We Collect

We collect two types of information:

a) Personal Information (submitted by you)

• Name
• Email address (for newsletters or contact forms)
• Any messages or files you submit

b) Non-Personal Information

• Browser type and version
• Device and operating system
• Referring URL and pages visited
• IP address (anonymized where possible)

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3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Respond to contact requests
• Send email updates (only if you subscribe)
• Improve website performance and user experience
• Monitor traffic using Google Analytics
• Display relevant ads via Google AdSense (cookies may be used)

We never sell, rent, or share your personal information with unaffiliated third parties for marketing.

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4. Cookies & Tracking

This website uses cookies, which are small files placed on your device to help us:

• Analyze site usage (via Google Analytics)
• Improve loading speed
• Display personalized content and ads (via Google AdSense)

You may disable cookies in your browser settings at any time.

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5. Embedded Content from Other Sites

Articles on this site may include embedded content (e.g., YouTube videos, images). These sites may collect data, use cookies, or monitor your interaction with the content.

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6. Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined. Newsletter subscribers may unsubscribe at any time.

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7. Your Rights

You may:

• Request access to your personal data
• Request correction or deletion
• Withdraw consent at any time

To request, email us at rare@rarebreed.co.za

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8. Children’s Privacy

This website is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect data from children.

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9. Third-Party Services

We may use:

• Google Analytics
• Google AdSense
• Mailerlite (for newsletters)
  Each provider complies with data privacy laws.

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10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with the effective date.

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11. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this policy, contact:

📧 rare@rarebreed.co.za
📍 South Africa
🌐 www.rarebreed.co.za

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Thank you for trusting Rare Breed.