Legal notice

Website: www.glowmagazine.co.za

Effective Date: August 2026

Entity: Glow Magazine (Pty) Ltd

Applicable Law: Republic of South Africa

1. Website Operator & ECTA Section 43 Disclosures

In compliance with Section 43 of the Electronic Communications and Transactions Act 25 of 2002 (ECTA), key legal details regarding the owner and operator of this website are as follows:

  • Full Legal Name: Glow Magazine (Pty) Ltd

  • Main Business: Independent print publication and online retailer of youth magazines and educational materials.

  • Contact Email: support@glowmagazine.co.za

  • Location: South Africa

2. Intellectual Property Rights

All content displayed or made available on this website—including but not limited to articles, text, graphics, logos, images, digital downloads, magazine page layouts, activity worksheets, and software—is the property of Glow Magazine or its content suppliers and is protected by South African and international copyright, trademark, and intellectual property laws.

You are granted a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable licence to access and view the website for personal, non-commercial use. No part of this website, its print publications, or downloadable assets may be reproduced, duplicated, republished, uploaded, posted, distributed, sold, or resold without the express prior written consent of Glow Magazine.

3. Protection of Personal Information (POPIA Compliance)

Glow Magazine is committed to safeguarding your privacy in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act 4 of 2013 (POPIA):

  • Data Collection: Personal information (such as your name, contact details, email address, and physical shipping address) is collected strictly to process orders, manage accounts, handle pre-orders, and send newsletter updates where opted-in.

  • Third-Party Processing: To fulfill customer orders, your data may be processed through trusted third-party service providers (such as Shopify, local payment gateways, and shipping/courier providers). We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data to third parties.

  • Your Rights: You have the right to request access to, correction of, or deletion of your personal data held by us at any time by contacting our support team.

4. Children’s Privacy & Parental Guidance

Although Glow Magazine publishes content intended for young readers aged 7 to 14, our online store, purchase workflows, and subscription forms are intended strictly for adult use (parents, legal guardians, or educators). We do not knowingly collect personal information directly from children online without verifiable parental consent.

5. Disclaimer & Limitation of Liability

The content provided on this website is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes. While we strive to keep all information up to date and correct, Glow Magazine makes no warranties or representations of any kind regarding the completeness, accuracy, or suitability of website materials. Glow Magazine shall not be liable for any direct or indirect loss or damage arising from the use of this website.

6. External Links

This website may contain links to third-party services (such as social media networks, payment portals, and logistics partners). Glow Magazine is not responsible for the content, security, or privacy policies of these external websites.

7. Governing Law

This Legal Notice and all interactions on this website shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of the Republic of South Africa. Any disputes shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the South African courts.