Skip to main content

PRIVACY POLICY, COOKIES POLICY & WEBSITE DISCLAIMER

Phantom Friendz Incorporated
(operated by Phoenix Innovations (Pty) Ltd)

Last updated: January 2026


1. INTRODUCTION

Phantom Friendz Incorporated (“we”, “us”, “our”), operated by Phoenix Innovations (Pty) Ltd, is committed to protecting your personal information and respecting your privacy in accordance with:

  • The Protection of Personal Information Act, 4 of 2013 (POPIA)

  • Applicable South African consumer and electronic communications laws

  • International data protection principles aligned with GDPR standards, where applicable

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information when you interact with our website, communications, and services.


2. COMPANY INFORMATION

Legal Entity: Phoenix Innovations (Pty) Ltd
Registration Number: 2025/046171/07
Trading As: Phantom Friendz Incorporated
Registered Address: 34 Frere Avenue, Discovery, Roodepoort 1709, Gauteng, South Africa
Email: hello@phantomfriendz.co.za
Phone: 073 082 1231
Website: https://www.phantomfriendz.co.za


3. PERSONAL INFORMATION WE COLLECT

We may collect the following personal information:

  • Full name

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Delivery or contact details (when applicable)

  • Communication history (email, WhatsApp)

  • Website usage data (cookies, analytics)

  • IP address, browser type, and device information

We only collect information that is relevant, necessary, and lawful.


4. HOW WE COLLECT INFORMATION

Personal information is collected when you:

  • Contact us via email or WhatsApp

  • Engage with us through social media

  • Subscribe to marketing communications

  • Visit and interact with our website

  • Are redirected to or interact with third-party platforms such as TeePublic


5. PURPOSE OF COLLECTION

We collect and process personal information for the following purposes:

  • Responding to enquiries and communications

  • Facilitating orders placed via WhatsApp, email, or third-party platforms

  • Sending marketing or promotional communications (subject to opt-out)

  • Improving website performance and user experience

  • Complying with legal and regulatory obligations


6. LAWFUL BASIS FOR PROCESSING

We process personal information based on one or more of the following lawful grounds:

  • Your consent

  • Legitimate business interests

  • Contractual necessity

  • Legal or regulatory obligations


7. MARKETING COMMUNICATIONS

We may send promotional emails, WhatsApp messages, or marketing communications only if you have not opted out.

You may opt out at any time by:


8. COOKIES POLICY

8.1 What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help improve functionality, performance, and user experience.

8.2 Cookies We Use

We may use:

  • Essential cookies – required for website functionality

  • Analytics cookies – including Google Analytics

  • Marketing cookies – including Facebook Pixel and similar tools

These cookies help us understand visitor behaviour, improve content, and measure marketing effectiveness.

8.3 Managing Cookies

You may control or disable cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling cookies may affect website functionality.


9. THIRD-PARTY SERVICES & SHARING

We may share personal information with trusted third parties, including:

  • Website analytics providers

  • Marketing platforms

  • Payment processors (e.g., PayPal via TeePublic)

  • Communication platforms (e.g., WhatsApp)

We do not sell or trade personal information.

Third-party platforms operate under their own privacy policies, and we are not responsible for their practices.


10. INTERNATIONAL DATA TRANSFERS

Where personal information is transferred outside South Africa, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data in line with POPIA and internationally accepted data protection standards.


11. DATA SECURITY

We implement reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect personal information against:

  • Loss

  • Unauthorised access

  • Misuse

  • Disclosure

  • Alteration or destruction


12. DATA RETENTION

Personal information is retained only for as long as necessary to fulfil its purpose or as required by applicable law.


13. YOUR RIGHTS

You have the right to:

  • Access your personal information

  • Request correction or updating

  • Withdraw consent

  • Request deletion (subject to legal requirements)

  • Object to processing

  • Lodge a complaint with the Information Regulator of South Africa


14. INFORMATION OFFICER

For privacy-related enquiries or requests:

Information Officer
Phoenix Innovations (Pty) Ltd
📧 hello@phantomfriendz.co.za
📞 073 082 1231


15. WEBSITE DISCLAIMER

15.1 General Information

The content on this website is provided for informational, creative, and branding purposes only. While we make every effort to ensure accuracy, we make no warranties or representations regarding completeness or reliability.

15.2 No Medical or Professional Advice

Phantom Friendz Incorporated does not provide medical, psychological, or professional advice. Any references to wellness, healing, or emotional wellbeing are expressive and artistic in nature and should not be interpreted as professional guidance.

15.3 Third-Party Links

This website may contain links to third-party platforms. We are not responsible for the content, security, or privacy practices of external websites.

15.4 Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by South African law, Phoenix Innovations (Pty) Ltd and Phantom Friendz Incorporated shall not be liable for any loss, damage, or injury arising from the use of this website or reliance on its content.


16. CHANGES TO THIS POLICY

We reserve the right to amend this Privacy Policy, Cookies Policy, and Disclaimer at any time. Updates will be posted on this page, and continued use of the website constitutes acceptance of such changes.