Privacy Policy & Terms of Use
1. Introduction
Welcome to SA Tea.
We are committed to protecting your privacy, ensuring transparency in how we operate, and maintaining the integrity of the content we publish. By using our website, submitting content, or engaging with our platform, you agree to the terms outlined below.
2. Information We Collect
We may collect the following information:
• Personal information such as your name, email address, and contact details
• Information submitted through forms, including story submissions and business enquiries
• Media files such as images or videos you upload
• Website usage data such as browser type, pages visited, and interaction data
This information is collected to improve our services, communicate with users, and manage content submissions.
3. Use of Information (POPIA Compliance)
In line with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA), we will:
• Only collect information that is necessary and relevant
• Use your information for legitimate purposes such as communication, content review, and publishing
• Take reasonable steps to protect your personal information
• Not sell or unlawfully distribute your personal data
By submitting your information, you consent to us using it for the purposes outlined above.
4. Story Submissions and User Content
By submitting a story, image, video, or any content to SA Tea, you agree to the following:
• You confirm that the information provided is true and accurate to the best of your knowledge
• You confirm that you have the right to share any content, including images or videos
• You grant SA Tea permission to use, edit, publish, and distribute your submission across our website, social media platforms, and related channels
• You understand that your submission may be publicly shared if selected
SA Tea reserves the right to edit content for clarity, length, and presentation.
5. Content Review and Responsibility
All submissions are reviewed before publication. While we aim to ensure accuracy:
• SA Tea does not guarantee the completeness or accuracy of user-submitted content
• Opinions expressed in submitted stories belong to the individual and do not necessarily reflect our views
• We reserve the right to decline or remove content at our discretion
We may contact you to verify details before publishing.
6. Legal Disclaimer for Submitted Stories
To protect all parties:
• You agree not to submit false, misleading, or defamatory information
• You agree not to submit content that infringes on the rights of others
• SA Tea is not liable for claims arising from user-submitted content
• Responsibility for the content remains with the person who submitted it
We encourage users to ensure that their submissions are factual and fair.
7. Use of Images and Media
By submitting images or videos:
• You confirm that you own the content or have permission to share it
• You grant SA Tea a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, and distribute the content
• SA Tea may edit or adapt media for formatting and presentation
If you appear in submitted media, you consent to its use unless otherwise stated.
8. Copyright and Intellectual Property
All original content created by SA Tea, including text, graphics, videos, and branding, is protected by copyright.
• Content may not be copied, reproduced, or distributed without permission
• Third-party submissions remain the property of the original owner but are licensed to SA Tea for use
• Unauthorized use of our content may result in legal action
9. Advertising and Sponsored Content
SA Tea offers advertising and promotional services.
• Sponsored content will be clearly identified where applicable
• We are not responsible for the claims, products, or services of advertisers
• Businesses are responsible for ensuring the accuracy of their advertisements
We reserve the right to refuse advertising that does not align with our platform.
10. External Links
Our platform may contain links to third-party websites.
• We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of external sites
• Users access third-party links at their own risk
11. Data Security
We take reasonable steps to protect your information from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. However, no system is completely secure, and users share information at their own risk.
12. User Rights (POPIA)
You have the right to:
• Request access to your personal information
• Request correction or deletion of your data
• Withdraw consent where applicable
To exercise these rights, please contact us directly.
13. Limitation of Liability
SA Tea is not liable for:
• Any loss or damage resulting from the use of our website
• Any inaccuracies in user-submitted content
• Any actions taken based on information published on our platform
Use of the platform is at your own risk.
14. Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy from time to time. Continued use of the website means you accept any updates.
15. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this policy or how your information is handled, please contact us through our Contact page.