PRIVACY POLICY
Last Updated: 24 April 2025
INFORMATION OFFICER CONTACT DETAILS:
The designated Information Officer for Tax Hero is responsible for compliance with the Protection of Personal Information Act, 4 of 2013 ("POPIA"). All privacy-related queries may be directed to:
Email: sven@taxhero.co.za
LAWFUL PROCESSING OF PERSONAL INFORMATION:
We collect and process Personal Information only when:
- The data subject consents thereto;
- It is necessary to conclude or perform in terms of a contract;
- It is required by law; or
- A legitimate interest exists that does not override the data subject’s privacy rights.
INFORMATION COLLECTED:
We collect only the minimum Personal Information required. This includes:
- Full name
- Email address
- Telephone number
- Company name
- Description of services
- Website URL
PURPOSE OF COLLECTION:
Your Personal Information is collected to:
- Respond to enquiries
- Provide professional services
- Manage client relationships
- Conduct analytics and improve our website
- Comply with statutory obligations
COOKIES:
Cookies are used to enhance user experience and analyze traffic. You may disable cookies in your browser. Continued use implies acceptance.
LOG DATA:
Our systems may record:
- Your IP address
- Browser type and version
- Pages visited
- Time and duration of your visit
INFORMATION QUALITY:
We take all reasonable steps to ensure your information is accurate and current. You may request corrections at any time.
RETENTION OF DATA:
Information is retained only for as long as necessary and then securely deleted or anonymised.
FURTHER PROCESSING:
Any further processing will remain aligned with the original purpose, unless permitted under law or with your consent.
NOTIFICATION OF COLLECTION:
When collecting data, we will inform you of:
- The purpose of collection
- Whether it’s voluntary or mandatory
- Consequences of not providing it
- Your rights in relation to that data
YOUR RIGHTS UNDER POPIA:
- Access your information
- Request correction or deletion
- Object to processing
- Lodge a complaint with the Information Regulator
THIRD-PARTY OPERATORS:
Third parties assisting us are bound by legal obligations to safeguard your data.
INTERNATIONAL TRANSFERS:
If we transfer information internationally, it is done in line with POPIA, and only where adequate protection exists or consent is obtained.
SECURITY MEASURES:
We employ technical and organisational measures to prevent unauthorised access or disclosure.
CHILDREN'S PRIVACY:
We do not knowingly collect data from persons under 18 years of age. Unintended collection will be rectified upon notice.
DISCLOSURE:
We may disclose Personal Information:
- When required by law
- To enforce our legal rights
- With your express consent
LINKS TO OTHER WEBSITES:
External links may be provided for convenience. We are not responsible for the content or privacy compliance of external websites.
BREACH NOTIFICATION:
In the event of a breach, you and the Information Regulator will be informed in accordance with section 22 of POPIA.
CHANGES TO THIS POLICY:
We may update this policy from time to time. The latest version will always be accessible on our website.