Last updated: May 2026 — Ruan van der Merwe, Sneakercartel

Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 1 January 2026

Website: sneakercartel.co.za

Responsible Party: Ruan van der Merwe

This Privacy Policy describes how sneakercartel.co.za collects, uses, stores, and protects the personal information of visitors who access our online casino review website. By using sneakercartel.co.za, you acknowledge and agree to the practices described in this policy. If you do not agree with any part of this policy, please discontinue use of the website immediately.

1. Information We Collect

sneakercartel.co.za may collect the following categories of information from visitors:

• Personal Identification Information: Name and email address, only when voluntarily submitted through contact forms or newsletter subscriptions.
• Usage Data: IP addresses, browser type, operating system, referring URLs, pages visited, and time spent on the site, collected automatically through analytics tools.
• Cookie Data: Information stored via cookies and similar tracking technologies as described in the Cookies section below.
• Device Information: Technical details about the device used to access sneakercartel.co.za, including screen resolution and device type.

We do not collect sensitive personal information such as financial details, identity numbers, or payment card information. sneakercartel.co.za is a review and information website only and does not process gambling transactions.

2. How We Use Your Information

The information collected by sneakercartel.co.za is used for the following purposes:

• To analyse and improve the performance and content of the website
• To respond to enquiries submitted through our contact channels
• To send newsletters or updates where explicit consent has been provided
• To monitor website traffic, detect fraud, and maintain security
• To comply with applicable legal obligations under South African law and international standards

3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

sneakercartel.co.za uses cookies to enhance user experience and gather analytical data. Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit our website. We use the following types of cookies:

• Essential Cookies: Necessary for the basic functioning of sneakercartel.co.za.
• Analytics Cookies: Used to track visitor behaviour and measure site performance, typically through tools such as Google Analytics.
• Advertising Cookies: Used to track referrals to third-party casino operators and measure affiliate link performance.

You may disable cookies through your browser settings at any time. However, doing so may affect the functionality of certain features on sneakercartel.co.za.

4. Third-Party Links and Affiliate Disclosures

sneakercartel.co.za contains links to third-party online casino operators, software providers, and related services. These external websites operate independently and are governed by their own privacy policies. We are not responsible for the data practices, content, or security of any third-party websites linked from sneakercartel.co.za.

Some links on sneakercartel.co.za are affiliate links. When you click these links, we may receive a commission from the referred operator. This does not affect the price you pay or the editorial integrity of our reviews.

5. Analytics

We use third-party analytics services, including Google Analytics, to understand how visitors interact with sneakercartel.co.za. These services may collect data such as your IP address, browser type, and pages visited. This data is processed in accordance with the privacy policies of the respective analytics providers. You may opt out of Google Analytics data collection by using the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

6. Your Rights Under GDPR and CCPA

Depending on your country of residence, you may have specific rights regarding your personal data. These include:

• Right of Access: You may request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
• Right to Rectification: You may request correction of inaccurate personal data.
• Right to Erasure: You may request deletion of your personal data where it is no longer necessary for us to retain it.
• Right to Object: You may object to the processing of your personal data for marketing purposes.
• Right to Data Portability: Where applicable, you may request your data in a structured, machine-readable format.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details provided below.

7. Data Retention and Security

sneakercartel.co.za retains personal data only for as long as is necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy or to comply with legal obligations. We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorised access, loss, or disclosure. However, no data transmission over the internet can be guaranteed to be completely secure.

8. Children's Privacy

sneakercartel.co.za is intended for adults aged 18 years and older. We do not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under the age of 18. If we become aware that a minor has submitted personal information to our website, we will take immediate steps to delete that information.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to update or amend this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be published on this page with a revised effective date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how sneakercartel.co.za protects your information. Continued use of the website following any changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised policy.

10. Contact Information

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests relating to this Privacy Policy or the handling of your personal data, please contact the responsible party directly:

• Responsible Person: Ruan van der Merwe
• Website: sneakercartel.co.za
• Email: [email protected]
• Location: South Africa

Ruan van der Merwe is the designated responsible party for all data protection matters relating to sneakercartel.co.za and will endeavour to respond to all legitimate enquiries within a reasonable timeframe.