Introduction:
Welcome to American Branding Co.! Your privacy is important to us, and we want you to feel comfortable using our website.
Contact Information:
If you have any questions or concerns about our privacy policy, you can contact us at [pro@american-branding.co.za].
Who We Are:
Our website address is: https://american-branding.co.za.
Data Collection and Usage:
When visitors leave comments on the site, we collect the data shown in the comments form, along with the visitor’s IP address and browser user agent string for spam detection. The Gravatar service may receive an anonymized string created from your email address for profile picture display, and you can view their privacy policy here.
We use your data to enhance user experience, provide customer support, and ensure website security.
Media:
If you upload images to the website, avoid including embedded location data (EXIF GPS) to protect your privacy.
Cookies:
If you leave a comment on our site, you may opt-in to saving your name, email address, and website in cookies for convenience. These cookies last for one year.
When you log in, temporary cookies determine if your browser accepts cookies, and login cookies last for two days. Screen options cookies last for a year, and if you select “Remember Me,” your login persists for two weeks. An additional cookie is saved when you edit or publish an article, expiring after 1 day.
Embedded Content from Other Websites:
Articles on this site may include embedded content (e.g., videos, images) that behaves the same as if you visited the other website. These sites may collect data, use cookies, and monitor your interaction with the embedded content.
Who We Share Your Data With:
If you request a password reset, your IP address will be included in the reset email.
How Long We Retain Your Data:
If you leave a comment, the comment and its metadata are retained indefinitely. For registered users, we store personal information in user profiles. All users can see, edit, or delete their information at any time, except for the username. Website administrators can also see and edit this information.
What Rights You Have Over Your Data:
If you have an account or have left comments, you can request an exported file of your data or request an erasure. This does not include data we must keep for administrative, legal, or security purposes.
Where Your Data Is Sent:
Visitor comments may be checked through an automated spam detection service.
Security Measures:
We take appropriate measures, including encryption and regular security audits, to safeguard your data.
Updates to the Privacy Policy:
This privacy policy may be updated, and the “Last Updated” date reflects the latest version.
Consent:
By using our website, you consent to the collection and use of your data as described in this privacy policy.