Terms of Use & Privacy Policy

Kaapsehoop.net (also operating as “Discover Kaapsehoop”)

Effective date: 5 July 2026

Part A — Terms of Use

1. Introduction

These Terms of Use and Privacy Policy govern your access to and use of Kaapsehoop.net (the “Website”, “we”, “us”, or “our”), which also operates as Discover Kaapsehoop. They apply to the Website and all related services — including our digital downloads and products, the online store (WooCommerce), affiliate links, and our blog and historical content.

By accessing or using this Website, you agree to be bound by these terms. If you do not agree, please stop using the Website.

2. About This Website

Name: Kaapsehoop.net (Discover Kaapsehoop)
Location: Kaapsehoop, Mpumalanga, South Africa
Contact: yourfriends@kaapsehoop.net

Our activities include:

• Tourism and heritage information
• Sale of digital downloads (e-books, guides, maps)
• Affiliate links to accommodation and travel providers
• Historical and archival publications
• An online store via WooCommerce
• Payments via PayPal, PayFast, and other approved gateways

3. Eligibility

By using this Website you confirm that you are at least 18 years old, or that you are using it under the supervision of a legal guardian. You agree not to use the Website for any unlawful purpose.

4. Digital Products & Online Sales

4.1 Nature of digital products

The Website sells digital downloads only. No physical products are shipped unless otherwise stated.

4.2 Order processing

Orders are processed automatically via WooCommerce, and access to your download is provided once payment has been confirmed. If you do not receive access, contact yourfriends@kaapsehoop.net.

4.3 Refunds

Because of the nature of digital products, all sales are final once a product has been downloaded or accessed. If a file is defective, corrupted, or inaccessible, we will provide a replacement copy. Nothing in this section limits your rights under the South African Consumer Protection Act where those apply.

5. Payments

Payments may be processed through PayPal, PayFast, debit or credit card gateways, and other secure processors we may add in future. We do not store card details — all payment data is handled by secure third-party providers. We reserve the right to refuse or cancel an order where fraud or misuse is suspected.

6. Affiliate Links

The Website may include affiliate links to third-party accommodation, booking, or travel services. If you follow one of these links and make a booking, we may earn a commission. Please note:

• Kaapsehoop.net is not a party to any third-party booking agreement.
• All such transactions are governed by the third-party provider’s own terms.
• We accept no liability for cancellations, service disputes, losses, or dissatisfaction arising from third-party services.

7. Intellectual Property

All Website content is protected by copyright and remains the property of Kaapsehoop.net unless otherwise credited. This includes articles and historical research, digital publications, maps and guides, photographs and graphics, and our logos and branding.

You may not copy, reproduce, resell, distribute, modify, or republish any content without written permission; unauthorised use may result in legal action. Historical documents, photographs, and source materials remain subject to their respective copyrights and ownership where applicable.

8. Your Responsibilities

You agree not to:

• Use the Website for unlawful activities
• Scrape, harvest, or copy content
• Attempt to bypass security measures
• Redistribute purchased digital products
• Interfere with the Website’s functionality

We reserve the right to restrict or terminate access where misuse is detected.

9. Content Disclaimer

The Website provides historical, tourism, and informational content on an “as is” basis, for information only. We do not guarantee absolute historical accuracy, continuous availability, compatibility with every device, or that external links remain active. The Website does not provide legal, financial, medical, or professional advice.

10. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Kaapsehoop.net shall not be liable for losses arising from the use of digital products; errors or omissions in historical content; losses resulting from third-party affiliate bookings; indirect or consequential damages; or technical interruptions and cyber incidents beyond our control. Your sole remedy is to discontinue use of the Website.

Part B — Privacy Policy

11. Information We Collect

We respect your privacy and comply with applicable data-protection law, including South Africa’s Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA).

11.1 Information you provide

• Name
• Email address
• Order details
• Messages submitted through forms

Billing information is processed by third-party payment providers and is not stored by us.

11.2 Information collected automatically

• IP address
• Browser and device information
• Cookies
• Analytics data

11.3 Purchase records

• Products purchased
• Download history
• Order confirmations

12. How We Use Your Information

We use personal information to process orders, deliver digital downloads, respond to enquiries, improve the Website, prevent fraud, send transactional communications, and — only if you opt in — send newsletters. We do not sell your personal information.

13. Data Sharing

We may share data with payment processors (PayPal, PayFast), our hosting providers, analytics services (e.g., Google Analytics), and our email platform (MailerLite). Each third party processes data according to its own privacy policy.

14. International Data Processing

As this Website may be accessed internationally, your data may be processed in countries outside your own. We take reasonable steps to protect personal information in line with applicable data-protection law.

15. Cookies

Cookies are used to maintain shopping-cart functionality, improve your browsing experience, analyse traffic, and remember your preferences. You may disable cookies in your browser settings.

16. Data Retention

We retain data as required by tax law (for sales records), for operational and analytics purposes, and until deletion is requested where legally permissible. To request deletion, email yourfriends@kaapsehoop.net.

17. Your Rights

Depending on the law that applies to you, you may request access to your personal data, request its correction or deletion, withdraw consent to marketing, or request a copy of the data we hold.

18. Security

We implement HTTPS encryption, secure payment gateways, website-security software, and regular updates. That said, no online system is ever fully secure.

19. Third-Party Links

The Website may link to external sites. We are not responsible for their content, their privacy practices, or their services. Please review any third party’s policies before transacting with them.

General

20. Changes to These Terms

We may update these terms from time to time. Continued use of the Website after an update constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.

21. Governing Law

These terms are governed by the laws of the Republic of South Africa. Where they apply, your rights under the Consumer Protection Act (CPA), the Electronic Communications and Transactions Act (ECTA), and the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) are not limited by these terms.

22. Contact

For all legal, privacy, or support enquiries, email yourfriends@kaapsehoop.net.

23. Acceptance

By using Kaapsehoop.net, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agree to these Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.