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Terms & Conditions
Rules for using our platform, booking events, and your responsibilities
Privacy Policy
How we collect, use, and protect your personal information
Cookie Policy
What cookies we use and how they improve your experience
Security
Our commitment to keeping your data safe and secure
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Terms & Conditions
Last Updated: December 1, 2024
1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing and using the AVN (Activities, Venues & Namibia) platform, you accept and agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions. If you do not agree with any part of these terms, you must not use our platform.
2. Use of Platform
2.1 Eligibility
You must be at least 18 years old to create an account and make bookings. If you are under 18, you must use our platform under the supervision of a parent or legal guardian.
2.2 Account Responsibilities
- You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials
- You must provide accurate, current, and complete information
- You must notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account
- You are responsible for all activities that occur under your account
3. Bookings and Payments
3.1 Booking Process
All bookings made through AVN are subject to availability and confirmation by the event organizer or venue. A booking is confirmed only when you receive a confirmation email with your e-ticket.
3.2 Payment Terms
- All prices are displayed in Namibian Dollars (NAD) unless otherwise stated
- Payment must be made in full at the time of booking
- We accept major credit cards, debit cards, and mobile money payments
- Additional fees may apply for certain payment methods
3.3 Cancellation and Refunds
Cancellation policies vary by event and organizer. Please review the specific cancellation policy for each booking. Generally:
- Cancellations made 7+ days before the event: Full refund minus 10% service fee
- Cancellations made 3-6 days before: 50% refund
- Cancellations made less than 3 days before: No refund
- Refunds are processed within 5-10 business days
4. User Conduct
You agree not to:
- Use the platform for any illegal or unauthorized purpose
- Violate any laws in your jurisdiction
- Infringe upon the intellectual property rights of others
- Transmit any harmful code, viruses, or malicious software
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the platform
- Harass, abuse, or harm other users
- Post false, misleading, or defamatory content
- Engage in any form of automated data collection (scraping, bots)
5. Intellectual Property
All content on the AVN platform, including text, graphics, logos, images, videos, and software, is the property of AVN or its content suppliers and is protected by Namibian and international copyright laws.
6. Limitation of Liability
AVN acts as an intermediary between users and event organizers/venues. We are not responsible for:
- The quality, safety, or legality of events or activities listed
- The accuracy of event descriptions or organizer information
- Any injuries, damages, or losses incurred during events
- Event cancellations or changes made by organizers
- Disputes between users and organizers
7. Changes to Terms
We reserve the right to modify these terms at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting. Your continued use of the platform after changes constitutes acceptance of the modified terms.
8. Governing Law
These terms are governed by the laws of the Republic of Namibia. Any disputes arising from these terms or your use of AVN shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Namibia.
9. Contact Information
For questions about these Terms and Conditions, please contact us at:
Email: legal@avn-namibia.com
Phone: +264 61 123 4567
Address: 123 Independence Avenue, Windhoek, Namibia
Privacy Policy
Last Updated: December 1, 2024
1. Introduction
AVN ("we", "us", or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our platform.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Personal Information
- Account Information: Name, email address, phone number, date of birth
- Payment Information: Credit/debit card details (processed securely through payment processors)
- Profile Information: Profile picture, preferences, interests
- Communication: Messages, reviews, support tickets
2.2 Automatically Collected Information
- Device Information: IP address, browser type, operating system
- Usage Data: Pages viewed, time spent, clicks, search queries
- Location Data: Approximate location based on IP address (with your consent)
- Cookies: Session cookies, preference cookies, analytics cookies
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Process bookings and payments
- Send booking confirmations and e-tickets
- Provide customer support
- Personalize your experience and recommendations
- Send promotional emails (with your consent)
- Improve our platform and services
- Detect and prevent fraud
- Comply with legal obligations
- Analyze usage patterns and trends
4. Information Sharing
We may share your information with:
4.1 Event Organizers and Venues
When you make a booking, we share your name, contact information, and booking details with the organizer.
4.2 Service Providers
- Payment processors (for secure payment handling)
- Email service providers (for sending communications)
- Cloud hosting providers (for data storage)
- Analytics providers (to understand platform usage)
4.3 Legal Requirements
We may disclose your information if required by law, court order, or government regulation.
4.4 Business Transfers
If AVN is involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.
5. Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information:
- SSL/TLS encryption for data transmission
- Encrypted storage of sensitive data
- Regular security audits and testing
- Restricted access to personal data
- Secure payment processing (PCI-DSS compliant)
6. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access: Request a copy of your personal data
- Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information
- Deletion: Request deletion of your account and data
- Portability: Receive your data in a machine-readable format
- Opt-out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications
- Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent for data processing
7. Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to:
- Provide our services to you
- Comply with legal obligations (minimum 7 years for financial records)
- Resolve disputes and enforce our agreements
You can request deletion of your account at any time through your profile settings.
8. Children's Privacy
Our platform is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected such information, we will take steps to delete it.
9. International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than Namibia. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data during international transfers.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes via email or through a notice on our platform.
11. Contact Us
For privacy-related questions or to exercise your rights, contact us at:
Email: privacy@avn-namibia.com
Data Protection Officer: dpo@avn-namibia.com
Phone: +264 61 123 4567
Cookie Policy
Last Updated: December 1, 2024
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit our platform. They help us provide a better user experience by remembering your preferences and analyzing how you use our platform.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
2.1 Essential Cookies
Purpose: Required for the platform to function properly
- Session management and authentication
- Security and fraud prevention
- Load balancing and performance
- Shopping cart functionality
Duration: Session or up to 1 year
Can be disabled: No (required for core functionality)
2.2 Functional Cookies
Purpose: Remember your preferences and settings
- Language preferences
- Currency selection
- Display preferences (theme, layout)
- Location settings
Duration: Up to 1 year
Can be disabled: Yes (may affect user experience)
2.3 Analytics Cookies
Purpose: Help us understand how you use our platform
- Google Analytics (traffic analysis)
- Page views and navigation patterns
- Time spent on pages
- Device and browser information
Duration: Up to 2 years
Can be disabled: Yes
2.4 Marketing Cookies
Purpose: Track your activity for personalized advertising
- Retargeting campaigns
- Social media pixels (Facebook, Instagram)
- Personalized recommendations
- Affiliate tracking
Duration: Up to 1 year
Can be disabled: Yes
3. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are placed by third-party services:
- Google Analytics: Website analytics
- Facebook Pixel: Social media advertising
- Stripe/PayPal: Payment processing
- Hotjar: User behavior analysis
4. Managing Cookies
You can control cookies through:
4.1 Browser Settings
Most browsers allow you to:
- View and delete cookies
- Block third-party cookies
- Block all cookies
- Clear cookies when closing browser
4.2 Our Cookie Settings
You can manage your cookie preferences through our Cookie Settings panel (accessible in your account settings).
4.3 Opt-Out Tools
- Google Analytics Opt-out: tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
- Facebook Opt-out: facebook.com/ads/preferences
5. Impact of Disabling Cookies
Disabling cookies may affect:
- Login functionality
- Shopping cart persistence
- Personalized recommendations
- Language and currency preferences
- Some interactive features
6. Cookie List
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| session_id | User session management | Session | Essential |
| csrf_token | Security and CSRF protection | Session | Essential |
| user_prefs | Store user preferences | 1 year | Functional |
| _ga | Google Analytics tracking | 2 years | Analytics |
| _fbp | Facebook Pixel tracking | 90 days | Marketing |
7. Contact Us
For questions about our Cookie Policy:
Email: privacy@avn-namibia.com
Phone: +264 61 123 4567
Security Policy
Last Updated: December 1, 2024
1. Our Security Commitment
At AVN, we take security seriously. We implement comprehensive security measures to protect your data and ensure a safe platform for all users.
2. Technical Security Measures
2.1 Encryption
- Data in Transit: All data transmitted between your device and our servers is encrypted using TLS 1.3 (Transport Layer Security)
- Data at Rest: Sensitive data stored in our databases is encrypted using AES-256 encryption
- Password Protection: Passwords are hashed using bcrypt with salt
2.2 Infrastructure Security
- Regular security audits and penetration testing
- Firewall protection and DDoS mitigation
- Intrusion detection and prevention systems
- 24/7 security monitoring and logging
- Secure cloud infrastructure (AWS/Azure)
2.3 Application Security
- Regular security updates and patches
- Protection against SQL injection, XSS, and CSRF attacks
- Rate limiting to prevent brute force attacks
- Secure API endpoints with authentication
- Input validation and sanitization
3. Payment Security
- PCI-DSS Compliance: We comply with Payment Card Industry Data Security Standards
- Secure Payment Processors: All payments are processed through certified providers (Stripe, PayPal)
- No Card Storage: We never store complete credit card information on our servers
- Tokenization: Card details are tokenized for recurring payments
- 3D Secure: Support for 3D Secure authentication for card payments
4. Account Security
4.1 Authentication
- Strong password requirements (minimum 8 characters, mixed case, numbers, symbols)
- Two-factor authentication (2FA) available
- Email verification for new accounts
- Phone number verification for bookings
- Session timeout after inactivity
4.2 Account Protection
- Account lockout after failed login attempts
- Suspicious activity alerts
- Device recognition and notification
- Ability to remotely log out from all devices
5. Data Access Controls
- Role-based access control (RBAC) for employees
- Principle of least privilege access
- Multi-factor authentication for admin access
- Regular access reviews and audits
- Immediate access revocation for terminated employees
6. Incident Response
In the event of a security breach:
- Immediate containment and investigation
- Notification to affected users within 72 hours
- Cooperation with law enforcement if necessary
- Post-incident analysis and preventive measures
- Transparent communication about the incident
7. Backup and Recovery
- Daily automated backups of all data
- Geographically distributed backup storage
- Encrypted backup files
- Regular backup restoration testing
- Disaster recovery plan with 99.9% uptime SLA
8. Employee Security Training
- Mandatory security awareness training for all employees
- Regular phishing simulation exercises
- Secure coding practices training for developers
- Background checks for employees with data access
- Non-disclosure agreements (NDAs)
9. Compliance and Certifications
- GDPR Compliant: Following EU General Data Protection Regulation principles
- PCI-DSS Level 1: Payment card security compliance
- ISO 27001: Information security management (in progress)
- SOC 2 Type II: Security, availability, and confidentiality (planned)
10. Security Best Practices for Users
We recommend you:
- Use a strong, unique password
- Enable two-factor authentication
- Keep your contact information up to date
- Don't share your account credentials
- Log out from shared or public devices
- Be cautious of phishing emails
- Verify URLs before entering credentials
- Report suspicious activity immediately
11. Vulnerability Reporting
If you discover a security vulnerability, please report it responsibly:
Email: security@avn-namibia.com
Response Time: Within 24 hours
Bug Bounty: Rewards available for valid vulnerabilities
12. Contact Security Team
For security-related questions or concerns:
Email: security@avn-namibia.com
Phone: +264 61 123 4567 (Security Hotline)
Emergency: Available 24/7