Effective Date: 15 June 2025
At Barefoot Dreams, your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, protect, and disclose your personal information when you visit our website or book a stay with us. We are committed to keeping your data safe and using it responsibly in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) and other relevant laws.
We may collect the following types of personal information when you interact with our site:
Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number
Booking Information: Dates of stay, number of guests, special requests
Payment Details: We do not store your full credit card details. Payments are processed securely through trusted third-party providers (e.g., PayFast, Peach Payments, or Yoco)
User Account Info (if applicable): If you create an account, we store your login details securely
Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device info, and cookies for site analytics and performance
We use your personal information to:
Process and manage bookings and payments
Communicate with you about your reservation, inquiries, or offers
Improve our website, services, and guest experience
Send occasional updates, news, or promotions (only with your consent)
Comply with legal obligations
Your information is stored securely and protected against unauthorized access or loss. We use SSL encryption, strong passwords, and trusted third-party services to manage your data responsibly. Only authorised personnel have access to your information for the purpose of providing guest services.
We do not sell or rent your personal information to anyone. We only share information with:
Payment gateways (e.g., PayFast, Peach Payments, Yoco) for secure transaction processing
Service providers involved in managing our website or booking system (bound by confidentiality agreements)
Authorities, only if legally required
You have the right to:
Access your personal information we hold
Request correction or deletion of inaccurate data
Withdraw consent for marketing at any time
Lodge a complaint with the Information Regulator of South Africa
To exercise your rights, simply contact us at [your email address].
We use cookies and analytics to improve your browsing experience. These help us understand how our website is used and allow us to enhance performance and functionality. You may disable cookies through your browser settings if preferred.
We will only send you newsletters or promotions if you have opted in through our subscribe form. You can unsubscribe anytime by clicking the link in our emails or contacting us directly.
Our website may contain links to external websites. Please note that we are not responsible for their privacy practices. We recommend reading their privacy policies separately.
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The latest version will always be posted on this page with the effective date clearly noted.
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please contact:
Barefoot Dreams
📧 Email: info@barefootdreams.co.za
📍 Jeffreys Bay, South Africa