This notice applies to the BeCompliant website and enquiries submitted through it. More detailed information about our processing of personal information is available in our POPIA notice.
1. Privacy notice
BeCompliant respects your privacy and aims to process personal information lawfully, reasonably and transparently in accordance with applicable South African data protection law, including the Protection of Personal Information Act 4 of 2013 (POPIA).
Information we may collect
When you contact us, request a consultation, complete a compliance questionnaire or otherwise interact with the website, we may collect information such as:
- Your name, email address, telephone number and organisation details.
- Information you choose to include in an enquiry or compliance questionnaire.
- Business, regulatory and compliance information that is necessary for us to understand your request.
- Technical information such as browser type, device information, IP address and basic website usage information where this is collected by our hosting, security or analytics services.
How we use information
We may use personal information to respond to enquiries, assess compliance requirements, prepare for consultations, provide or improve our services, administer our website, maintain security, comply with legal obligations, keep appropriate business records and communicate with you about services where permitted by law.
Sharing information
We do not sell personal information. We may disclose information to service providers, professional advisers, technology providers, hosting providers or other operators who assist us in delivering our services, where appropriate safeguards are in place. We may also disclose information where required or permitted by law.
Retention
We retain information only for as long as reasonably necessary for the purpose for which it was collected, to provide services, maintain appropriate records, resolve disputes and meet legal or regulatory obligations.
Security
We take reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect personal information against loss, misuse, unauthorised access, interference, alteration or disclosure. No internet transmission or electronic storage method can be guaranteed to be completely secure.
Your choices and rights
Subject to applicable law, you may ask us to confirm whether we hold personal information about you, request access to it, request correction or deletion where appropriate, object to certain processing, or withdraw consent where processing is based on consent.
Cookies and similar technologies
The website may use cookies or similar technologies that are necessary for functionality, security, performance or analytics. You can usually control non-essential cookies through your browser settings. Disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.
2. Website terms of use
By accessing or using this website, you agree to these terms. If you do not agree, please do not use the website.
Information on this website
The website provides general information about BeCompliant and our services. Content is provided for general informational purposes and should not be treated as legal advice, regulatory advice or a substitute for advice based on your organisation's particular circumstances.
No professional engagement created by website use
Submitting an enquiry, completing a questionnaire, browsing the website or receiving an initial response does not by itself create a professional engagement or guarantee that BeCompliant will provide services. Any formal engagement may be subject to separate scope, commercial terms and acceptance procedures.
Accuracy and availability
We aim to keep website information accurate and useful, but legislation, regulatory guidance and operational requirements may change. We do not warrant that every page will always be complete, current, uninterrupted or error-free.
Acceptable use
You may not use the website in a way that is unlawful, fraudulent, harmful, disruptive or intended to gain unauthorised access to the website, its systems or information belonging to another person.
Intellectual property
Unless otherwise stated, the website design, text, graphics, branding, logos and other original content are owned by or licensed to BeCompliant. You may view and use the website for legitimate personal or business purposes, but may not reproduce or exploit protected material without permission.
Third-party links
The website may contain links to third-party websites. These links are provided for convenience or reference. BeCompliant does not control third-party websites and is not responsible for their content, security or privacy practices.
Limitation of liability
To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, BeCompliant will not be liable for indirect, incidental or consequential loss arising solely from use of, or inability to use, this website. Nothing in these terms excludes liability that cannot lawfully be excluded.
Changes to these terms
We may update this page when our services, website practices or legal requirements change. The date at the top of the page indicates the latest version.
Governing law
These website terms are governed by the laws of the Republic of South Africa.