Privacy policy

Welcome to SA Outdoor Academy! We value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your data when you use our mobile application (“App”) on iOS and Android devices.

Information We Collect

When you register with SA Outdoor Academy, we may collect the following types of personal information:

• Name
• Phone number
• Location data (used to enhance app functionality)
• Organization or Affiliation
• Email address

This information is necessary for registration, account creation, and to improve our services.

How We Use Your Information

The information we collect may be used in the following ways:

• Account Creation: To set up your user account and allow you access to app features.
• Communication: To send you important updates, notifications, and responses to your inquiries.
• Improvement of Services: To personalize and improve your experience with the app.
• Safety and Security: To detect and prevent fraudulent activity and enhance app security.
• Compliance with Legal Obligations: To comply with laws and regulations as required.

Location Data

We may collect location information to provide location-based services, such as showing relevant outdoor areas or trails near you. You can disable location access in your device settings, but certain features may not work as intended without it.

Sharing Your Information

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your data in limited situations, such as:

• With Service Providers: Trusted third-party companies that help us operate the app, such as payment processors, analytics providers, or customer support.
• For Legal Purposes: If required by law or to respond to a legal request (e.g., court order or subpoena).

Security of Your Information

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your personal data. However, please note that no transmission over the internet is completely secure. We encourage you to use strong passwords and take appropriate precautions.

Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: Request a copy of your personal data we hold.
• Correction: Request corrections to any inaccurate or incomplete information.
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data, subject to certain conditions.
• Restriction of Processing: Restrict how we use your data in certain cases.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at the email address provided below.

Children’s Privacy

Our app is not intended for children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that a child under 13 has provided us with personal data, we will delete it as required by applicable law.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted in the app, and we encourage you to review it periodically.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact us at:

SA Outdoor AcademyEmail: [email protected]