{"id":1893,"date":"2023-02-14T07:11:12","date_gmt":"2023-02-14T07:11:12","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/192.168.1.150\/user2\/wp_prototypes\/electronics\/?page_id=3"},"modified":"2025-09-22T14:18:21","modified_gmt":"2025-09-22T14:18:21","slug":"privacy-policy-2","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/99stores.co.ls\/?page_id=1893","title":{"rendered":"Privacy Policy"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Effective Date:<\/strong> September 22, 2025<br><strong>Website:<\/strong> <a>https:\/\/99stores.co.ls<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At <strong>99c Discount Stores<\/strong>, your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information when you visit our website, shop with us, or interact with our services.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">By using our services, you agree to the terms outlined in this policy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1. Information We Collect<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We collect personal and non-personal information to provide better service, fulfill orders, and improve your shopping experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1.1 Personal Information<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When you shop with us online or in-store, we may collect:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Full name<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Email address<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Phone number<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Billing and shipping address<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Payment details<\/strong> (processed securely via third-party payment providers)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Order history<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1.2 Non-Personal Information<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We may also collect non-identifiable data automatically, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Device type and browser information<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>IP address<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pages visited and time spent on our website<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cookies and tracking data to improve website functionality<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2. How We Use Your Information<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We use your information for the following purposes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>To <strong>process and fulfill orders<\/strong> you place on our website<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>To <strong>send order confirmations, updates, and customer support messages<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>To <strong>improve our website, products, and services<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>For <strong>marketing and promotions<\/strong> (only if you have opted in)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>To comply with <strong>legal obligations and fraud prevention<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Note:<\/strong> You may opt out of marketing communications at any time by clicking the <strong>unsubscribe link<\/strong> in our emails or contacting us directly.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3. How We Share Your Information<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We respect your privacy and do <strong>not sell or rent<\/strong> your personal information.<br>However, we may share information with trusted third parties to provide our services, such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Payment processors<\/strong> (for secure transactions)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Shipping and courier partners<\/strong> (to deliver your orders)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>IT service providers<\/strong> (for website hosting and maintenance)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Legal authorities<\/strong>, when required by law<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>4. Data Protection and Security<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We take reasonable measures to protect your information, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>SSL encryption<\/strong> on our website to secure transactions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Secure storage<\/strong> of customer data<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Limiting access to personal information to authorized staff only<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">However, please note that no online transmission or storage system is completely secure. You share information at your own risk.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our website uses cookies to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Improve site functionality and performance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Remember your preferences and shopping cart<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Provide analytics to enhance your experience<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings, but this may affect certain features of our site.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>6. Your Privacy Rights<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Under <strong>POPIA<\/strong> and other privacy laws, you have the right to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Access the personal information we hold about you<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Request corrections or updates to your information<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Withdraw consent for certain data processing activities<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Request the deletion of your data, where legally applicable<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To exercise these rights, please contact us using the details below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>7. Children\u2019s Privacy<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of <strong>18<\/strong>.<br>If we become aware that we have collected data from a minor without parental consent, we will delete it immediately.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>8. Changes to This Policy<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or for legal reasons.<br>The latest version will always be available on our website with the <strong>effective date<\/strong> clearly stated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>9. Contact Us<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please contact us:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Phone\/WhatsApp:<\/strong> +266 5737 3737<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Email:<\/strong> <a>shop@99stores.co.ls<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Website:<\/strong> <a>https:\/\/99stores.co.ls<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>10. Consent<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">By using our website and services, you consent to the collection and use of your information as described in this Privacy Policy.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Effective Date: September 22, 2025Website: https:\/\/99stores.co.ls At 99c Discount Stores, your privacy is important to us. 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