Privacy Policy for Pricen (Pty) Ltd
Last Updated: 28 March 2025
Introduction
Pricen (Pty) Ltd (“Pricen,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting the privacy of individuals and juristic entities in accordance with South Africa’s Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA). This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, share, and safeguard personal information.
Scope
This policy applies to all personal information processed by Pricen, including data collected through our website, services, or direct interactions.
Key Definitions
Personal Information: Includes details such as names, contact information, financial data, biometric information, or any other data that identifies a living natural or juristic person.
Processing: Refers to any operation involving personal information, including collection, storage, or sharing.
What Personal Information We Collect
We collect information only for lawful purposes and to the extent necessary to fulfill our obligations or provide services. Examples include:
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Contact details: Names, email addresses, phone numbers, physical addresses.
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Financial information: Bank account details, payment records.
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Technical data: Device identifiers, IP addresses, browsing history (if applicable).
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Special categories: Health, race, or other sensitive data (only if explicitly required for a service).
How We Collect Personal Information
We gather data through:
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Direct interactions (e.g., forms, contracts).
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Automated systems (e.g., website analytics, cookies).
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Third parties (e.g., service providers, partners).
Why We Process Personal Information
We use personal information only for the purpose it was collected, including:
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Contractual obligations: To deliver services or fulfill agreements.
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Legal compliance: To meet statutory requirements (e.g., tax laws, anti-money laundering).
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Legitimate interests: To improve services, prevent fraud, or enhance user experiences.
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Consent: Where required, we obtain explicit, informed consent.
Sharing Personal Information
We may share data with:
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Service providers (e.g., IT vendors, logistics partners).
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Regulatory bodies (e.g., SAPS, SARS).
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Third parties (e.g., banks, insurers) for contractual purposes.
We ensure recipients adhere to POPIA standards and only process data for the agreed purpose.
Cross-Border Transfers
If we transfer personal information outside South Africa, we ensure the recipient country provides adequate protection or implement safeguards (e.g., contractual agreements).
Security Safeguards
We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect personal information, including:
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Encryption, access controls, and secure storage.
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Regular audits and staff training.
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Incident response plans for breaches.
Data Retention
We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to achieve the purpose of collection or as required by law.
Your Rights Under POPIA
You have the right to:
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Access your personal information.
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Correct inaccuracies.
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Request deletion (subject to legal exceptions).
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Object to processing for direct marketing.
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Withdraw consent (if processing relies on consent).
To exercise these rights, contact us at admin@pricen.co.za
Cookies and Automated Data Collection
We use cookies to enhance user experiences. You can manage cookie preferences via your browser settings.
Updates to This Policy
We may revise this Privacy Policy. Changes will be posted on our website, and material updates will be communicated to affected parties.
Contact Us
For questions or concerns, contact our Information Officer at:
Email: admin@pricen.co.za
Phone: 011 000 0000
Address: Inkwazi Office Park, Embankment rd ,Centurion, Pretoria
