POPI (PROTECTION OF PERSONAL INFORMATION)

PRIVACY STATEMENT

POPI (PROTECTION OF PERSONAL INFORMATION)

What is the POPI Act: At Verminator CC, we respect your right to privacy and commit to complying with the legal requirements of the POPI Act, which regulates how we collect, process, store, share, and destroy any personal information you provide to us.

What Information Will We Collect: Verminator CC collects personal information that you provide directly to us. This information typically includes:

  • Name and Surname
  • Email Address
  • Contact Number
  • Physical Address (if necessary for service delivery)

When providing your personal details, we will inform you which information is essential for our services and what is optional. You agree to provide accurate and complete personal information. Failure to do so may result in our inability to process your request for goods or services.

Why Do We Collect Personal Information: We collect personal information to:

  • Respond to queries or comments from you.
  • Process, validate, and verify requests for our goods and services.
  • Serve the purposes for which the information was provided by you.

Minors: If you are under 18 years of age, we require the consent of a parent, guardian, or competent person before processing your personal information.

Processing of Information: We may share your personal information:

  • To comply with applicable laws or legal processes.
  • To protect and defend the rights or property of Verminator CC.
  • With employees and third-party service providers who assist in delivering our services and require this information to provide a proper and efficient service.

We ensure all parties handling your personal information adhere to confidentiality agreements.

Collection of Information by ‘Cookies’: Verminator CC’s websites use "cookies" to enhance user experience. Cookies facilitate ongoing access to and use of our site by recognizing repeat users and tracking usage behaviors. If you prefer not to accept cookies, most browsers allow you to deny or accept the cookie feature.

Security Measures: Verminator CC commits to:

  • Keep your personal information confidential and secure.
  • Protect your personal information against unauthorized or unlawful processing, accidental loss, destruction, or damage.
  • Notify you promptly if there is any unauthorized use, disclosure, or processing of your personal information.
  • Provide reasonable evidence of our compliance with our obligations under this policy upon request.
  • Not retain your personal information longer than necessary, unless required by law or you consent to extended retention.

Your Rights: You have the right to:

  • Rectify the personal information we collect.
  • Object to the processing of your personal information (subject to legislation).
  • Request the return or destruction of your personal information (subject to legislation).
  • Lodge a complaint with the company.

International Transfer of Information: Personal information processed by us will not be transferred to third parties in foreign countries or international organizations unless such transfer is covered by a legal agreement ensuring comparable protection to the POPI Act.

Contact Information: For all enquiries, please contact our Information Officer:

  • Telephone: 0877029798
  • Email: veritas@verminator.co.za

This statement ensures Verminator CC adheres to the highest standards of privacy protection in line with the POPI Act, emphasizing our commitment to safeguarding our clients' personal details.