Privacy Policy

Effective Date: [Insert Date]
Website: https://sosouth.co.za
Contact Email: info@sosouth.co.za

Who We Are

So South is a motorsport media and events company based in South Africa. We create, host, and promote motorsport-related events — from car shows and drifting competitions to race meets and automotive showcases. Our website helps visitors learn about upcoming events, buy tickets, and soon, shop for So South merchandise.

Information We Collect

We only collect information that helps us provide our services — things like:

Your name, email address, and contact number when you make a purchase or fill in a form.
Your billing and shipping details when you buy event tickets or merchandise.
Login details if you create an account on our site.
Comments you leave on our pages or posts (along with your IP address to help prevent spam).

We do not collect or store sensitive personal information such as ID numbers or payment card details.

Payment information is processed securely through iKhokha, and we do not have access to your full card details.

Comments

When you leave a comment on our site, we collect the data shown in the comments form as well as your IP address and browser user agent string to help detect spam.
An anonymized string (a hash) created from your email address may be sent to the Gravatar service to check if you’re using it.
Once your comment is approved, your profile picture (if available) is visible next to your comment.

Media Uploads

If you upload images to the website (for example, as part of a comment or event submission), please avoid uploading images with embedded location data (EXIF GPS). Visitors to the site can download and extract this data from your images.

Cookies

Our website uses cookies to make your experience smoother.
Cookies help us remember your preferences, keep you logged in, and save items in your cart.

You can choose to accept or decline cookies through our upcoming cookie consent plugin.
If you choose to disable cookies, some features of the site (like account login or the shopping cart) may not work properly.

Types of cookies we use include:

Essential cookies – for login, shopping cart, and site functionality.
Analytics cookies – used to understand how visitors use our site (Google Analytics – coming soon).
Marketing cookies – used for social media integrations and promotions (coming soon).

Embedded Content from Other Websites

Articles or pages on this site may include embedded content (e.g., videos, posts, or images) from social media or other sources.
Embedded content behaves the same way as if you visited those sites directly — meaning they may collect data, use cookies, or track your interactions if you’re logged in to their platform.

Who We Share Your Data With

Payment Data: Processed securely by iKhokha — So South does not store your card or banking details.
Spam Detection: Visitor comments may be checked through automated spam detection services.
Analytics & Marketing (future): We may use Google Analytics and social media pixels to understand site traffic and improve promotions.

We never sell or share your personal information with unrelated third parties.

How Long We Keep Your Data

Comments: Kept indefinitely so we can recognize and approve follow-ups automatically.
User Accounts: Stored as long as your account is active. You can edit or delete your account information anytime.
Order Details: Retained only as long as needed for accounting, legal, or warranty purposes.

Your Rights Over Your Data

If you have an account or have left comments, you can request to:

Receive a copy of your personal data we hold.
Ask us to delete your data (except what we must keep for legal reasons).

To make a request, contact us at info@sosouth.co.za.

Where Your Data Is Sent

All website data is securely stored and managed through our web hosting provider in South Africa.
Comments may be checked through an automated spam detection service.
Payments are processed through iKhokha, using encrypted and secure communication.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect new features or legal requirements. Any updates will be posted on this page with a new “Effective Date.”

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please contact us at:
📧 info@sosouth.co.za