PRIVACY POLICY

Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 20 July 2025

At Review My Biz, your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information when you visit our website or use our services. This Policy is in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) and other applicable South African privacy laws.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect and process the following personal information:

Personal Details: Name, email address, contact number, delivery address.
Account Information: Username, password (encrypted), business profiles.
Payment Information: Card details and billing information (processed securely via third-party payment processors).
Usage Data: IP address, browser type, device information, access times, and pages viewed.
User-Generated Content: Reviews, ratings, and comments you post on the site.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information for the following purposes:

To create and manage your account.
To process and fulfill transactions.
To improve our website functionality and user experience.
To communicate with you about your account or transactions.
To send marketing emails (with your consent).
To comply with legal and regulatory obligations.

3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

Analyze website traffic and user behavior.
Personalize your experience.

You can control cookie preferences via your browser settings.

4. Disclosure of Personal Information

We do not sell your personal data. We may share your information with:

Service Providers: For payment processing, hosting, analytics, etc.
Legal Authorities: If required to comply with legal obligations or to protect our rights.
Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or asset sale.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, disclosure, or loss.

6. Your Rights Under POPIA

As a data subject under POPIA, you have the right to:

Access your personal information.
Correct or update your data.
Object to or restrict processing.
Withdraw consent at any time.
Lodge a complaint with the Information Regulator.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at privacy@reviewmybiz.co.za.

7. Retention of Data

We retain your information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law.

8. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of such websites.

9. Children’s Privacy

Our services are not intended for children under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect data from children.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We encourage you to review it periodically. The latest version will always be available on our website with the effective date at the top.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact:

Review My Biz
Email: info@reviewmybiz.co.za
Address: Shop 63, Glendower Place Centre, 99 Edward Drive, Dowerglen, Edenvale, 1612.