Privacy policy

Last updated: June 17, 2026

Privacy Policy – Bake with Cape Gold

Bake with Cape Gold respects your privacy and complies with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA). This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.

1. Responsible Party
Bake with Cape Gold, based in Worcester, South Africa. Contact: [Insert email/phone]. Our appointed Information Officer is [Name].

2. Information We Collect
We collect your name, email, phone number, delivery address, payment details, and browsing data (cookies) when you place an order, sign up for newsletters, or interact with our website.

3. Purpose of Collection
We use your information to:
- Process and deliver orders
- Provide customer support
- Send marketing communications (with consent)
- Improve our website and services

4. Mandatory vs. Voluntary
Providing delivery and payment details is mandatory for purchases. Newsletter signup and marketing consent are voluntary.

5. Sharing of Information
We share data with trusted service providers such as couriers, payment processors, and Shopify apps. Some data may be transferred outside South Africa for secure processing.

6. Your Rights
You have the right to access, correct, delete, or object to the processing of your personal information. Contact our Information Officer to exercise these rights.

7. Retention
We retain personal information only as long as necessary for legal, accounting, or customer service purposes, after which it is securely destroyed.

8. Cookies & Marketing
Our website uses cookies to improve your browsing experience. We only send marketing emails if you have consented, and you may opt out at any time.

By using our website, you consent to the collection and use of your personal information as outlined in this policy.