Last updated: May 2026 — Thabo van der Merwe, Chrysalislinenshop

Privacy Policy

Effective Date: January 1, 2026

This Privacy Policy applies to chrysalislinenshop.com ("the Website"), owned and operated by Thabo van der Merwe. This document explains how we collect, use, store, and protect personal information when you visit or interact with our Website. By accessing chrysalislinenshop.com, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

1. About This Website

chrysalislinenshop.com is an independent review and information platform providing editorial content about online casinos and gambling services, primarily serving users in South Africa. We do not operate as a casino, accept wagers, or process any financial gambling transactions. All content published on this Website is intended for informational and entertainment purposes for adults aged 18 and older.

2. Information We Collect

chrysalislinenshop.com may collect the following categories of personal and non-personal information:

• Usage Data: IP addresses, browser type, operating system, pages visited, time spent on pages, and referring URLs collected automatically when you browse the Website.
• Contact Information: Name and email address if you voluntarily contact us via email or any contact form.
• Cookie Data: Information stored through cookies and similar tracking technologies as described in Section 4 below.
• Device Information: General information about the device used to access chrysalislinenshop.com, including screen resolution and language settings.

We do not knowingly collect sensitive personal information such as financial details, government identification numbers, or health data.

3. How We Use Your Information

Information collected by chrysalislinenshop.com is used solely for the following purposes:

• To maintain, improve, and optimise the performance of the Website.
• To analyse visitor behaviour and understand how users engage with our content.
• To respond to inquiries or communications submitted directly to us.
• To comply with applicable legal obligations and enforce our terms.

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

chrysalislinenshop.com uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance user experience and gather analytical data. Cookies are small text files placed on your device by the Website. The types of cookies we may use include:

• Essential Cookies: Necessary for the basic functionality of the Website.
• Analytics Cookies: Used to track visitor statistics and page performance, typically through services such as Google Analytics.
• Advertising Cookies: Placed by affiliate or advertising partners to track referrals and conversions.

You may disable or delete cookies through your browser settings at any time. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of chrysalislinenshop.com.

5. Third-Party Links and Affiliate Relationships

chrysalislinenshop.com contains links to third-party websites, including online casino operators and gambling platforms. When you click on these links, you will be directed away from our Website. Thabo van der Merwe and chrysalislinenshop.com are not responsible for the privacy practices, terms of service, or content of any third-party websites. We strongly encourage you to review the privacy policies of any external site you visit.

We participate in affiliate marketing programs. This means chrysalislinenshop.com may earn a commission when users click affiliate links and register with partner casinos. Affiliate relationships do not influence the independence of our editorial reviews.

6. Analytics Services

We use third-party analytics tools, including Google Analytics, to monitor Website traffic and user behaviour. These services may collect and process data in accordance with their own privacy policies. You may opt out of Google Analytics data collection by using the Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-on.

7. Your Rights Under GDPR and CCPA

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have specific rights regarding your personal data, including:

• The right to access personal data we hold about you.
• The right to request correction or deletion of your data.
• The right to object to or restrict certain processing activities.
• The right to data portability where technically applicable.
• The right to withdraw consent at any time without affecting prior processing.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details provided in Section 9.

8. Data Retention and Security

chrysalislinenshop.com retains personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or as required by applicable law. We implement reasonable technical and organisational security measures to protect your information against unauthorised access, loss, or misuse. However, no method of data transmission over the internet is completely secure.

9. Contact Information

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests relating to this Privacy Policy or the handling of your personal data, please contact the responsible person directly:

• Responsible Person: Thabo van der Merwe
• Website: chrysalislinenshop.com
• Email: [email protected]

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

Thabo van der Merwe reserves the right to update or amend this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be published on this page with a revised effective date. Continued use of chrysalislinenshop.com after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy. We encourage you to review this page periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.