Last updated: May 2026 — Charl van der Merwe, Overbergdierehospitaal

Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 1 January 2026

Website: overbergdierehospitaal.co.za

Responsible Person: Charl van der Merwe

This Privacy Policy explains how overbergdierehospitaal.co.za collects, uses, stores, and protects personal information obtained from visitors to our website. By accessing or using overbergdierehospitaal.co.za, you 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. Who We Are

Overbergdierehospitaal.co.za is an independent online casino review website operated by Charl van der Merwe, providing editorial content related to online casino platforms, gambling services, and related topics primarily for users based in South Africa. We do not operate any gambling services directly, nor do we accept wagers or process financial transactions on behalf of users.

2. Information We Collect

When you visit overbergdierehospitaal.co.za, we may collect the following categories of personal and non-personal information:

• Automatically Collected Data: IP address, browser type and version, operating system, referring URLs, pages visited, time spent on pages, and date and time of access.
• Voluntarily Provided Data: If you contact us via email or any contact form, we may collect your name, email address, and the content of your message.
• Cookie Data: Information stored or accessed via cookies and similar tracking technologies as described in Section 4 below.

3. How We Use Your Information

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

• To analyse website traffic and improve the quality and relevance of our content
• To respond to enquiries submitted directly to Charl van der Merwe or the editorial team
• To monitor and protect the security and integrity of the website
• To comply with applicable legal obligations under South African and international law
• To serve relevant advertising content through third-party advertising partners

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

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

• Essential Cookies: Necessary for the basic functionality of the website.
• Analytics Cookies: Used to collect anonymous data about how visitors interact with the site, including tools such as Google Analytics.
• Advertising Cookies: Placed by third-party advertising networks to deliver relevant promotional content based on your browsing behaviour.

You may disable cookies through your browser settings at any time. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of overbergdierehospitaal.co.za.

5. Third-Party Links and Affiliates

Our website contains links to third-party casino platforms, gambling operators, and affiliated services. These links are provided for informational and editorial purposes. Overbergdierehospitaal.co.za is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of any third-party websites. We strongly encourage you to review the privacy policies of any external site you visit. We may receive affiliate compensation when users click on links and register with casino operators featured on our site.

6. Analytics

Overbergdierehospitaal.co.za uses third-party analytics services, including Google Analytics, to understand user behaviour and improve website performance. These services may collect anonymised data including geographic location, device type, and on-site activity. Data collected by analytics providers is governed by their own privacy policies.

7. Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have certain rights regarding your personal data. These include:

• Right of Access: The right to request a copy of personal data we hold about you.
• Right to Rectification: The right to request correction of inaccurate information.
• Right to Erasure: The right to request deletion of your personal data where applicable.
• Right to Object: The right to object to certain types of data processing.
• GDPR Rights: Users in the European Economic Area retain full rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
• CCPA Rights: California residents retain rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including the right to opt out of the sale of personal information.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details provided in Section 9.

8. Data Retention and Security

Overbergdierehospitaal.co.za retains personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law. We implement reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect your data against unauthorised access, loss, or misuse. However, no method of transmission over the internet is entirely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

9. Contact Information

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

• Name: Charl van der Merwe
• Website: overbergdierehospitaal.co.za
• Email: privacy@overbergdierehospitaal.co.za

Charl van der Merwe will respond to all legitimate data-related enquiries within a reasonable timeframe and in accordance with applicable South African privacy legislation, including the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA).

10. Changes to This Policy

Overbergdierehospitaal.co.za reserves the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be published on this page with a revised effective date. Continued use of the website following the publication of changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy. We encourage you to review this page periodically.