Effective Date: 23 May 2025
Contact Email: [email protected]
Privacy Policy for WHYWEARE
At WHYWEARE, accessible from https://www.whyweare.com, we prioritize the privacy of our visitors. This Privacy Policy outlines the types of information we collect and how we use it, in compliance with South African data protection laws, including POPIA (Protection of Personal Information Act).
1. Information We Collect
We may collect:
- Personal information you provide (e.g., name, email) when signing up for newsletters or submitting comments.
- Automatically collected data such as IP address, browser type, pages visited, and timestamps via cookies or analytics tools.
2. How We Use Your Information
- To deliver relevant news content.
- To communicate with you (e.g., newsletters, updates).
- To improve site performance and user experience.
- To comply with legal obligations.
3. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell or rent personal data. We may share data with:
- Trusted third-party services (e.g., analytics, email platforms).
- Law enforcement or legal requests, when required.
4. Cookies
We use cookies to:
- Enhance site functionality.
- Analyze site traffic.
You can disable cookies via your browser settings.
5. Data Security
We use industry-standard security measures to protect your information. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.
6. Your Rights
Under POPIA, you have the right to:
- Access your personal data.
- Request correction or deletion of your data.
- Withdraw consent for processing.
To exercise your rights, contact us at [email protected].
7. Updates to This Policy
We may update this policy. Revisions will be posted here with the updated effective date.