Privacy Policy
Effective Date: 1 May 2025
Happy Hour Beverages (Pty) Ltd (“the Company”, “we”, “us”, or “our”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website hosted at https://happyhourbeverages.com in accordance with South African data protection law.
1. Interpretation and Definitions
Interpretation
Words with capitalised initials have defined meanings. These definitions apply regardless of singular or plural usage.
Definitions
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Account: A unique profile created for You to access our Service.
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Affiliate: Any entity that controls, is controlled by, or under common control with Us.
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Company: Refers to Happy Hour Beverages (Pty) Ltd.
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Cookies: Small files placed on Your device to store browsing information.
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Country: South Africa.
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Device: Any internet-connected device (computer, phone, tablet) used to access our website.
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Personal Data: Any information relating to an identified or identifiable person.
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Service: Refers to our Website and related offerings.
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Service Provider: Third-party entities that assist with analytics, marketing, or website functionality.
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Usage Data: Information collected automatically such as time spent on a page.
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Website: Refers to https://happyhourbeverages.com.
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You: The individual or organisation accessing or using our Service.
2. Collecting and Using Your Personal Data
Types of Data Collected
Personal Data
We may collect:
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First and last name
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Email address
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Phone number
Usage Data
We collect data such as browser type, pages visited, visit duration, and referring URLs.
Tracking Technologies and Cookies
We use Cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve and personalise your experience.
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Necessary Cookies: Enable site functionality.
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Preference Cookies: Remember your settings.
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Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how the site is used.
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Cookies Policy Acceptance: Tracks cookie consent.
You may disable cookies in your browser settings. However, some features may not function properly if Cookies are disabled.
3. Use of Your Personal Data
We may use your data for the following purposes:
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To provide and maintain the Service
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To manage and authenticate your Account
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To fulfil product orders or service requests
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To contact you for administrative or marketing purposes
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To offer promotions, updates or event invites (if you’ve opted in)
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To manage business transfers or restructuring
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To analyse site use and improve user experience
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To ensure legal compliance and protect user safety
4. Sharing of Your Personal Data
We may share your data:
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With Service Providers (e.g. web hosts, analytics platforms)
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With Affiliates under strict data protection compliance
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In Business Transfers, such as mergers or acquisitions
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With Business Partners for joint promotions or events
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With Other Users (in public interactions, if applicable)
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With your consent
5. Retention of Personal Data
We will retain your Personal Data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes set out in this policy and comply with our legal obligations.
6. Transfer of Personal Data
Your data may be processed or stored outside of South Africa. We ensure all reasonable steps are taken so your data is treated securely and in accordance with this Privacy Policy and South African law (e.g., POPIA compliance).
7. Deletion of Your Personal Data
You may request that we delete your personal data by contacting us at:
📩 admin@happyhourbeverages.com
We will comply unless we are legally required to retain it.
8. Disclosure of Your Personal Data
We may disclose your Personal Data:
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To comply with a legal obligation
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To protect the rights or property of the Company
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To investigate or prevent wrongdoing
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To protect the safety of users or the public
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To defend against legal claims or liabilities
9. Security of Your Personal Data
We use commercially acceptable means to safeguard your data but no online transmission is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute protection.
10. Children’s Privacy
Our Service is not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect data from minors. If we become aware that a minor has provided us with Personal Data, we will delete it immediately.
11. Links to Other Websites
Our site may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Please review their policies before engaging.
12. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted here and the “Effective Date” will be revised. You are encouraged to review this page periodically.
13. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to make a data request, please contact:
Happy Hour Beverages (Pty) Ltd
📧 Email: admin@happyhourbeverages.com
📍 South Africa
⚠️ Responsible Use Disclaimer
GOVERNMENT WARNING:
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According to the Surgeon General, women should not drink alcoholic beverages during pregnancy because of the risk of birth defects.
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Consumption of alcoholic beverages impairs your ability to drive a car or operate machinery and may cause health problems.
📞 Need help? Contact the South African National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence (SANCA) on 011 892 3829 or WhatsApp 076 535 1701.
💬 We Believe in:
✅ Moderation
✅ Legal Compliance
✅ Transparency
✅ Respect for People
We’re here to deliver bold flavour—without compromising values.
Let’s grow this responsibly.
#HappyHourResponsibly #DrinkSmart #ProudlySA #MotherRussiaVodka
