POPIA Compliance Notice – ClearFinance.co.za
Last Updated: [Insert Date]
ClearFinance (“we”, “our”, “us”) is committed to protecting your personal information in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) of South Africa.
1. Responsible Party
ClearFinance acts as the responsible party for the processing of personal information collected through this website.
2. Purpose of Processing
We collect and process personal information for the following purposes:
- Connecting users with relevant third-party financial service providers
- Providing financial information and educational content
- Improving our website, services, and user experience
- Communicating with users regarding their enquiries
3. Types of Information Collected
We may collect:
- Name and surname
- Contact details (email address and phone number)
- Financial information (income range, loan requirements, preferences)
- Technical data (IP address, browser type, device information)
4. Consent
By submitting your information on this website, you:
- Consent to the processing of your personal information
- Consent to your data being shared with relevant third-party financial providers
- Consent to being contacted via phone, email, or SMS
5. Sharing of Personal Information
Your personal information may be shared with:
- Financial service providers
- Lead generation and marketing partners
- Service providers assisting with website functionality
We only share information where necessary to provide our services.
6. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organisational safeguards to protect personal information from loss, misuse, or unauthorised access.
7. Data Retention
We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this notice, unless a longer retention period is required by law.
8. Your Rights Under POPIA
You have the right to:
- Access your personal information
- Request correction or deletion
- Object to the processing of your information
- Withdraw consent at any time
Requests can be made by contacting us using the details below.
9. Information Officer
If required, an Information Officer can be contacted regarding POPIA-related queries.
10. Governing Law
This notice is governed by the laws of South Africa.
11. Contact Details
Email: info@clearfinance.co.za
Website: https://clearfinance.co.za