Privacy Policy

Privacy Statement

Last Updated: August 31, 2026

Welcome to GoMingle. Your privacy is important to us, and we are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, how we protect it, and the choices available to you when you use the GoMingle website and platform. By accessing or using GoMingle, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.

1. Definitions and Interpretation

In this Policy the following terms shall have the following meanings:

"Data" means collectively all information that you submit to the GoMingle via the Website, Platform, and Service.

"Cookie" means a small text file placed on your computer by this Website when you visit certain parts of the Website and / or when you use certain features of the Website.

"GoMingle" means GoMingle of Gauteng, South Africa;

"User" means any third party that accesses the Website and is not employed by GoMingle and acting in the course of their employment; and

"Website" means the website that you are currently using (www.gomingle.co.za) and any sub-domains of this site (e.g. subdomain.www.gomingle.co.za/Page_Login.awp) unless expressly excluded by their own terms and conditions.

2. Scope of this Policy

This Policy applies only to the actions of GoMingle and Users with respect to this Website, Platform, and Service. It does not extend to any websites that can be accessed from this Website including, but not limited to, any links we may provide to social media websites.

3. Information We Collect

3.1 Depending on how you use GoMingle, we may collect the following information:

3.1.a Personal Information. When you create an account, purchase a plan or otherwise interact with GoMingle, we may collect information such as: name, email address, contact information, account and login information, and billing and payment information where applicable.

3.1.b Event Information. When an Event is created, we may collect information associated with that Event, including: Event name and date, Event images and customisation settings, Event links and QR codes, and Event settings and preferences.

3.1.c Uploaded Content. GoMingle allows Event Hosts and Guests to upload content to Events, which may include: photos, videos, messages, captions, and other content submitted through an Event. Uploaded Content may contain personal information or images of other individuals. Users are responsible for ensuring that they have the appropriate permission or legal basis to upload and share such Content where required.

3.1.d Automatically Collected Information. When you use our website or platform, we may automatically collect certain technical information, including: IP address, browser type and version, device type, operating system, pages visited and interactions with the website, referring and exit URLs, date and time of visits, and general usage and diagnostic information. This information helps us understand how our website and platform are being used and allows us to improve the GoMingle experience.

3.1.e Third-Party Authentication. If you choose to register or sign in using a third-party service such as Google, we may receive information necessary to authenticate your account, such as your name and email address. We only use information received through third party authentication for purposes connected to providing and managing your GoMingle account.

4. How We Use Your Information

4.1 We use the information we collect to operate, maintain and improve GoMingle. This may include using information to:

4.1.a Create and manage user accounts;

4.1.b Create and manage Events;

4.1.c Provide Event Pages and QR codes;

4.1.d Store and display uploaded photos, videos and messages;

4.1.e Allow authorised users to access Event Content;

4.1.f Provide live display and sharing features;

4.1.g Process payments and manage subscriptions;

4.1.h Provide customer support;

4.1.i Improve our website, platform and services;

4.1.j Monitor performance, security and technical issues;

4.1.k Prevent fraud, abuse and unauthorised access;

4.1.l Comply with applicable legal obligations;

4.1.m Internal record keeping;

4.1.n Transmission by email of promotional materials that may be of interest to you; and

4.1.o Contact for market research purposes which may be done using email, telephone, fax or mail. Such information may be used to customise or update the Website.

4.2 We do not sell your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.

5. How We Share Information

5.1 We do not sell or share your personal information with third parties for their own marketing purposes.

5.2 We may share or provide access to information where reasonably necessary to operate GoMingle, including with trusted service providers that assist us with services such as:

5.2.a Hosting and cloud storage;

5.2.b Payment processing;

5.2.c Authentication;

5.2.d Analytics;

5.2.e Technical support;

5.2.f Security and fraud prevention; and

5.2.g Other services necessary to operate the platform.

5.3 These service providers may only access information to the extent reasonably necessary to provide their services to us.

We may also disclose information where required by law, legal process, court order or where necessary to protect the rights, safety or security of GoMingle, our users or others.

6. Event Content and Guest Privacy

6.1 GoMingle is designed to allow multiple people to contribute Content to a shared Event. Depending on the Event Host's settings, Guests may be able to view, like or download Content uploaded by other Guests. The Event Host controls many of these Event-level settings. GoMingle does not decide who should have access to an Event.

6.2 If you upload a photo, video or other Content to an Event, you should consider that other authorised participants may be able to view or download it depending on the Host's settings.

6.3 Event Hosts are responsible for managing their Event access and should only share Event links, QR codes and passwords with people they intend to invite.

7. Media Retention and Deletion

7.1 Uploaded photos and videos are retained for a limited period. Unless otherwise stated by the applicable GoMingle plan, uploaded media is stored for 45 days from the date it was uploaded.

7.2 After the applicable retention period, media may be permanently deleted from GoMingle's systems and cannot be recovered.

7.3 Event Hosts and Guests are responsible for downloading or otherwise preserving any Content they wish to keep before it expires.

7.4 GoMingle is not responsible for the loss of Content resulting from failure to download or preserve Content before its expiration.

7.5 Event Pages may have a separate expiration period depending on the plan selected by the Event Host.

8. Third Party Storage

8.1 GoMingle may allow Event Hosts to connect third party storage services, such as Google Drive, to store or preserve Event media.

8.2 When a third party storage service is connected, information and Content may be transferred to that service according to the Host's instructions.

8.3 Third party services operate independently from GoMingle and are governed by their own privacy policies and terms.

8.4 GoMingle is not responsible for the privacy practices, security, availability or operation of third party services.

9. Cookies and Analytics

9.1 GoMingle may use cookies and similar technologies to help operate and improve our website and platform. Cookies may be used to:

9.1.a Keep the website and platform functioning correctly;

9.1.b Remember preferences and settings;

9.1.c Understand how visitors use our website;

9.1.d Improve website performance; and

9.1.e Analyse traffic and usage.

9.2 This Website may place and access certain first party Cookies on your computer. First party cookies are those placed directly by GoMingle via this Website and are used only by GoMingle. GoMingle uses Cookies to improve your experience of using the Website and to improve our range of products and / or services. GoMingle has carefully chosen these Cookies and has taken steps to ensure that your privacy is protected and respected at all times.

9.3 By using this Website you may receive certain third party Cookies on your computer. Third party cookies are those placed by websites and / or parties other than GoMingle. Third party cookies are used on this Website for measuring user experiences, and / or providing advertising services are detailed in full below. These cookies are not integral to the services provided by the Website.

9.4 Where required by applicable law, we will request consent before using non-essential cookies. By giving your consent to the placing of Cookies you are enabling GoMingle to provide the best possible experience and service to you. You may, if you wish, deny consent to the placing of Cookies; however certain features of the Website may not function fully or as intended.

9.5 This Website uses analytics services provided by Google Analytics. Website analytics refers to a set of tools used to collect and analyse usage statistics, enabling us to better understand how Users use the Website. This, in turn, enables us to improve the Website and the products and / or services offered through it. You do not have to allow us to use these Cookies, as detailed below, however whilst our use of them does not pose any risk to your privacy or your safe use of the Website, it does enable us to continually improve our business.

9.6 The analytics services used by this Website use Cookies to gather the required information. Certain of these Cookies may be placed immediately when you decide to visit the Website and it may not be possible to obtain your prior consent. You may remove these Cookies and prevent future use of them by following the steps set out be low.

9.7 You can choose to enable or disable Cookies in your internet browser. Most internet browsers also enable you to choose whether you wish to disable all cookies or only third party cookies. By default, most internet browsers accept Cookies but this can be changed. For further details, please consult the help menu in your internet browser.

9.8 You can choose to delete Cookies at any time how ever you may lose any information that enables you to access the Website more quickly and efficiently including, but not limited to, personalisation settings.

9.9 It is recommended that you ensure that your internet browser is up-to-date and that you consult the help and guidance provided by the developer of your internet browser if you are unsure about adjusting your privacy settings.

10. Data Security

10.1 We take reasonable measures to protect personal information and Content against unauthorised access, loss, misuse, alteration or disclosure. These measures may include:

10.1.a Secure hosting and storage;

10.1.b Access controls;

10.1.c Encryption and other security measures;

10.1.d Monitoring and security procedures; and

10.1.e Regular review of our security practices.

10.2 However, no online service can guarantee complete security. You use GoMingle with the understanding that no method of transmitting or storing information online is completely risk-free.

11. Your Rights and Choices

11.1 Wherever you are required to submit Data, you will be given options to restrict ouruse of that Data. This may include the following:

11.1.a use of Data for direct marketing purposes; and

11.1.b sharing Data with third parties.

11.2 Depending on where you live and the laws that apply to you, you may have rights relating to your personal information. These may include the right to:

11.2.a Request access to personal information we hold about you;

11.2.b Request correction of inaccurate information;

11.2.c Request deletion of your personal information;

11.2.d Request restriction of certain processing;

11.2.e Object to certain uses of your information; and

11.2.f Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent.

11.3 To make a privacy-related request, please contact us using the details provided below. We may need to verify your identity before processing certain requests.

11.4 Some information may need to be retained where we are legally required or permitted to do so.

12. Marketing Communications

12.1 GoMingle does not sell your personal information for marketing purposes.

12.2 Where we send marketing or promotional communications, you may opt out using the unsubscribe option provided in the communication or by contacting us.

12.3 Service-related communications, such as account, billing, security or Event notifications, may still be sent where necessary to provide the Service.

13. Children's Privacy

13.1 GoMingle is intended for individuals aged 18 and above.

13.2 We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18 through account registration.

13.3 Because Guests may upload Content to Events, we cannot control the circumstances in which individuals appearing in uploaded photos or videos are captured. If you believe that a child has provided personal information to GoMingle inappropriately, please contact us so that we can review the matter.

14. Third Party Websites and Services

14.1 GoMingle may, from time to time, employ the services of other parties for dealing with matters that may include, but are not limited to, payment processing, delivery of purchased items, search engine facilities, advertising and marketing. The providers of such services have access to certain personal Data provided by Users of this Website.

14.2 Any Data used by such parties is used only to the extent required by them to perform the services that GoMingle requests. Any use for other purposes is strictly prohibited.

14.3 GoMingle may contain links or integrations to third party websites and services. These third parties operate independently and have their own privacy policies and terms.

14.4 GoMingle is not responsible for how third parties collect, use or protect information.

14.5 We encourage you to review the privacy policy of any third party service you choose to use.

15. International Users

15.1 GoMingle is operated from South Africa and is available to users internationally.

15.2 Depending on where you are located and where our service providers operate, your information may be processed or stored in countries outside your country of residence.

15.3 Where applicable, we will take reasonable steps to ensure that personal information is handled in accordance with applicable data-protection requirements.

16. Changes in Business Ownership

16.1 GoMingle may, from time to time, expand or reduce our business and this may involve the sale and / or the transfer of control of all or part of GoMingle. Data provided by Users will, where it is relevant to any part of our business so transferred, be transferred along with that part and the new owner or newly controlling party will, under the terms of this Policy, be permitted to use the Data for the purposes for which it was originally supplied to us.

16.2 Any such transfer will remain subject to applicable privacy laws and the commitments contained in this Privacy Policy, unless otherwise permitted or required by law.

16.3 In the event that any Data submitted by Users is to be transferred in such a manner, you will not be contacted in advance and informed of the changes.

17. Changes to This Privacy Policy

17.1 We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes to GoMingle, our practices or applicable legal requirements.

17.2 When we make significant changes, we may notify users through the website, platform, email or other appropriate means.

17.3 The updated Privacy Policy will be published on this page with a revised Last Updated date, and you are deemed to have accepted the terms of the Policy on your first use of the Website following the alterations.

18. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact us:

Email: [email protected]

Website: GoMingle.co.za/contact-us

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