Privacy Policy
Privacy Policy for SecurElect
Effective Date: 19 April 2025
1. Introduction
SecurElect ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal information is collected and used properly, lawfully, and transparently. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act 4 of 2013 (POPIA) of South Africa.
2. Information We Collect
We may collect and process the following personal information:
- Full name
- Contact details (email address, phone number, physical address)
- Identification numbers (e.g., ID or passport number)
- Employment and professional information
- Financial information (e.g., bank account details)
- Technical data (e.g., IP address, browser type, operating system)
- Usage data (e.g., pages visited, time spent on the website)
3. How We Use Your Information
Your personal information may be used for the following purposes:
- To provide and maintain our services
- To communicate with you regarding our services
- To process transactions and manage your account
- To comply with legal and regulatory obligations
- To improve our website and services
- For marketing purposes, with your consent
4. Legal Basis for Processing
We process your personal information based on the following legal grounds:
- Your consent
- The necessity to perform a contract with you
- Compliance with legal obligations
- Legitimate interests pursued by us or a third party
5. Sharing Your Information
We may share your personal information with:
- Service providers and partners who assist us in delivering our services
- Regulatory and governmental authorities, if required by law
- Third parties in the event of a business transfer or sale
We ensure that all third parties respect the security of your personal information and comply with applicable data protection laws.
6. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, loss, or destruction. These measures include encryption, access controls, and regular security assessments.
7. Your Rights
Under POPIA, you have the right to:
- Access your personal information
- Request correction or deletion of your personal information
- Object to the processing of your personal information
- Withdraw your consent at any time
- Lodge a complaint with the Information Regulator
To exercise these rights, please contact us.
8. Retention of Personal Information
We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.
9. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience and analyze website traffic. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.
10. Cross-Border Data Transfers
If we transfer your personal information outside South Africa, we will ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in accordance with POPIA.
11. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.
12. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at info@securelect.co.za or visit our office at Unit 3, 61 Van Der Walt Rd, Brakpan, Gauteng 1541, South Africa.