Last updated: May 2026 — Daniel van der Merwe, Maskathon

Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 1 January 2026

Website: maskathon.co.za

Responsible Party: Daniel van der Merwe

This Privacy Policy explains how Maskathon ("we", "us", or "our"), operating through the website maskathon.co.za, collects, uses, stores, and protects personal information provided by visitors and users of our platform. By accessing or using maskathon.co.za, you agree to the terms described in this policy. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of the website immediately.

1. Who We Are

Maskathon is an independent online casino review website serving the South African market. We provide editorial content, operator comparisons, and informational resources related to online gambling platforms. Maskathon.co.za does not operate a casino, accept wagers, or process financial transactions on behalf of any third-party operator. The responsible person for data processing matters is Daniel van der Merwe.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following categories of information when you interact with maskathon.co.za:

• Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on site, referring URLs, browser type, device type, and IP address.
• Cookies and Tracking Data: Data collected automatically through cookies and similar tracking technologies.
• Voluntarily Submitted Information: Any name, email address, or message submitted through contact forms or email correspondence.
• Analytics Data: Aggregated behavioural statistics collected through third-party analytics services.

We do not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under the age of 18. If you believe a minor has submitted personal data to maskathon.co.za, please contact us immediately.

3. How We Use Your Information

Maskathon uses collected information for the following purposes:

• To operate, maintain, and improve the functionality of maskathon.co.za.
• To analyse user behaviour and improve the quality of our content and reviews.
• To respond to enquiries submitted directly to Daniel van der Merwe or the Maskathon team.
• To comply with applicable legal obligations under South African law, including the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA).
• To manage advertising and affiliate partnerships in accordance with applicable regulations.

4. Cookies

Maskathon.co.za uses cookies to enhance user experience and gather analytical data. Cookies are small text files stored on your device. We use the following types:

• Essential Cookies: Necessary for basic website functionality.
• Analytics Cookies: Used to understand how visitors interact with our site.
• Advertising Cookies: Used by affiliate and advertising partners to deliver relevant content.

You may adjust your browser settings to refuse or delete cookies at any time. Please note that disabling cookies may affect certain features of maskathon.co.za.

5. Third-Party Links and Partners

Maskathon.co.za contains links to external casino operators, software providers, and other third-party websites. These links are provided for informational and commercial purposes. We are not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or data handling of any third-party site. We strongly encourage you to review the privacy policy of any external website before submitting personal information.

We may receive affiliate commissions when users click links and register with reviewed operators. This does not influence our editorial independence.

6. Analytics Services

We use third-party analytics tools, which may include Google Analytics, to monitor traffic and usage patterns on maskathon.co.za. These services may collect anonymised data subject to their own privacy policies. You may opt out of Google Analytics tracking by using the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

7. Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have rights regarding your personal data, including rights recognised under GDPR, CCPA, and South Africa's POPIA. These rights may include:

• The right to access personal data we hold about you.
• The right to request correction or deletion of your personal data.
• The right to withdraw consent for data processing where consent was the legal basis.
• The right to lodge a complaint with a relevant data protection authority.

8. Data Retention and Security

Maskathon retains personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law. We implement reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect your data against unauthorised access, disclosure, or loss. However, no method of internet transmission is fully secure.

9. Changes to This Policy

We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Any material changes will be reflected with a revised effective date at the top of this page. Continued use of maskathon.co.za following changes constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

10. Contact Us

For any questions, data access requests, or privacy-related concerns regarding maskathon.co.za, please contact the responsible party directly:

• Name: Daniel van der Merwe
• Website: maskathon.co.za
• Email: [email protected]

Daniel van der Merwe is committed to addressing all privacy enquiries in a timely and transparent manner in accordance with applicable South African legislation and international best practices.