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					<h2>Privacy Policy:</h2>				
		<p data-start="184" data-end="474">At Cars4Stars, your privacy is important to us. We are committed to protecting the personal information of everyone who interacts with our service—whether you're booking a ride for a special occasion like a <strong data-start="395" data-end="439">Matric Farewell, wedding, or celebration</strong>, or listing your vehicle for hire.</p>
<p data-start="476" data-end="652">This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and safeguard your personal data, in compliance with South Africa’s <strong data-start="601" data-end="652">Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA).</strong></p>		
					<h5>1. What Information We Collect</h5>				
		<p data-start="695" data-end="774">We may collect the following types of personal and vehicle-related information:</p><ul data-start="776" data-end="1148"><li data-start="776" data-end="831"><p data-start="778" data-end="831">Full name and contact details (email, phone number)</p></li><li data-start="832" data-end="882"><p data-start="834" data-end="882">Identity documents (for verification purposes)</p></li><li data-start="883" data-end="919"><p data-start="885" data-end="919">Driver’s license (if applicable)</p></li><li data-start="920" data-end="952"><p data-start="922" data-end="952">Address and location details</p></li><li data-start="953" data-end="1004"><p data-start="955" data-end="1004">Vehicle details and images (for vehicle owners)</p></li><li data-start="1005" data-end="1051"><p data-start="1007" data-end="1051">Booking preferences and event-related info</p></li><li data-start="1052" data-end="1097"><p data-start="1054" data-end="1097">Payment details (for processing bookings)</p></li><li data-start="1098" data-end="1148"><p data-start="1100" data-end="1148">Communication records between you and our team</p></li></ul><p data-start="1150" data-end="1244">We only collect the information necessary to facilitate listings, bookings, and communication.</p>		
					<h5>2. How We Use Your Information</h5>				
		<p data-start="1287" data-end="1318">We may use your information to:</p><ul data-start="1320" data-end="1660"><li data-start="1320" data-end="1377"><p data-start="1322" data-end="1377">List your vehicle and manage bookings on the platform</p></li><li data-start="1378" data-end="1436"><p data-start="1380" data-end="1436">Communicate regarding inquiries, listings, or bookings</p></li><li data-start="1437" data-end="1496"><p data-start="1439" data-end="1496">Verify users (drivers and clients) for safety and trust</p></li><li data-start="1497" data-end="1553"><p data-start="1499" data-end="1553">Process payments and issue confirmations or receipts</p></li><li data-start="1554" data-end="1611"><p data-start="1556" data-end="1611">Improve our services and enhance your user experience</p></li><li data-start="1612" data-end="1660"><p data-start="1614" data-end="1660">Comply with legal or regulatory requirements</p></li></ul><p data-start="1662" data-end="1729"><strong data-start="1662" data-end="1729">We do not sell or rent your personal data to any third parties.</strong></p>		
					<h5>3. How We Protect Your Data</h5>				
		<p data-start="1769" data-end="1841">To ensure your information is safe, we implement the following measures:</p><ul data-start="1843" data-end="2021"><li data-start="1843" data-end="1880"><p data-start="1845" data-end="1880">SSL encryption across our website</p></li><li data-start="1881" data-end="1929"><p data-start="1883" data-end="1929">Data access limited to authorized staff only</p></li><li data-start="1930" data-end="1972"><p data-start="1932" data-end="1972">Secure servers and up-to-date software</p></li><li data-start="1973" data-end="2021"><p data-start="1975" data-end="2021">Backup systems and loss prevention protocols</p></li></ul>		
					<h5>4. Sharing Your Data</h5>				
		<p data-start="2067" data-end="2101">Your data may only be shared with:</p><ul data-start="2103" data-end="2326"><li data-start="2103" data-end="2187"><p data-start="2105" data-end="2187">Trusted third-party service providers (e.g. payment processors, email platforms)</p></li><li data-start="2188" data-end="2254"><p data-start="2190" data-end="2254">Law enforcement or regulatory authorities when required by law</p></li><li data-start="2255" data-end="2326"><p data-start="2257" data-end="2326">Parties involved in bookings (e.g. connecting drivers with clients)</p></li></ul><p data-start="2328" data-end="2428">All third parties we work with are expected to uphold confidentiality and data protection standards.</p>		
					<h5>5. Your Rights</h5>				
		<p data-start="2455" data-end="2488">As a user, you have the right to:</p><ul data-start="2490" data-end="2688"><li data-start="2490" data-end="2519"><p data-start="2492" data-end="2519">Access your personal data</p></li><li data-start="2520" data-end="2554"><p data-start="2522" data-end="2554">Correct or update your details</p></li><li data-start="2555" data-end="2595"><p data-start="2557" data-end="2595">Request deletion of your information</p></li><li data-start="2596" data-end="2635"><p data-start="2598" data-end="2635">Withdraw consent (where applicable)</p></li><li data-start="2636" data-end="2688"><p data-start="2638" data-end="2688">Lodge a complaint with the Information Regulator</p></li></ul><p data-start="2690" data-end="2763">To exercise any of these rights, contact us at <strong data-start="2737" data-end="2762"><a rel="noopener" data-start="2739" data-end="2760">info@cars4stars.local</a></strong>.</p>		
					<h5>6. Cookies and Tracking</h5>				
		<p>By booking, you authorize Cars4Stars to hold a refundable security deposit to cover unforeseen damages, misuse, excessive mess, or time overruns. Charges will only apply if violations occur, with documented evidence provided.</p>		
					<h5>7. Children’s Privacy</h5>				
		<p>Our platform is intended for users aged <strong data-start="3128" data-end="3144">18 and older</strong>. We do not knowingly collect information from minors.</p>		
					<h5>8. Updates to This Policy</h5>				
		<p>This Privacy Policy may be updated occasionally. Please check back regularly to stay informed. Continued use of our website means you accept any changes.</p>		
					<h5>Contact Us</h5>				
		<p data-start="3412" data-end="3484">If you have questions or concerns about your privacy, please contact us:</p><p data-start="3486" data-end="3600"><strong data-start="3489" data-end="3499">Email:</strong> <a rel="noopener" data-start="3500" data-end="3521">info@cars4stars.local</a><br data-start="3521" data-end="3524" /><strong data-start="3527" data-end="3539">Website:</strong> <a target="_new" rel="noopener" data-start="3540" data-end="3560">www.cars4stars.local</a><br data-start="3560" data-end="3563" /><strong data-start="3566" data-end="3578">Address:</strong> [Insert address here]</p>