Protest-A values your privacy and is committed to protecting personal information in compliance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) of South Africa. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you visit or use our website.
By continuing to use Protest-A, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
a) Personal Information
Submitted voluntarily when you:
- Contact us via email or a contact form
- Subscribe to updates or newsletters
- Submit an opportunity for publication
Personal information may include your name, email address, phone number, or other contact details.
b) Automatically Collected Information
When you browse the website, we may collect:
- IP address
- Browser type and device information
- Pages visited and time spent on the site
- Cookies and similar tracking technologies
This helps us improve website performance and user experience.
2. How We Use Your Information
Your information may be used for:
- Responding to enquiries or support requests
- Providing newsletter updates or job alerts (if subscribed)
- Improving website functionality and content quality
- Preventing fraud and maintaining security
- Analytical and statistical purposes to improve services
We will never sell your personal information to third parties.
3. Sharing of Information
We may share information with:
- Service providers assisting with hosting, analytics, or email services
- Legal authorities where required by law or to protect our rights
We do not share user data with employers or job advertisers unless you request or authorise it.
External job application links direct you to third-party websites. Their privacy practices are not controlled or endorsed by Protest-A.
4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Protest-A uses cookies to:
- Enhance site navigation
- Analyse traffic
- Personalise content where possible
You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but some features may not work correctly.
5. Data Protection and Security
We take reasonable technical and organisational measures to:
- Prevent unauthorised access
- Protect data integrity and confidentiality
However, no online system is completely secure. Users submit information at their own risk.
6. Data Retention
Personal information is stored only for as long as necessary to:
- Provide requested services
- Meet legal or regulatory requirements
You may request removal of your personal data at any time.
7. Your Rights (POPIA)
As a South African user, you may:
- Request access to personal information we hold about you
- Ask for correction or deletion of inaccurate data
- Withdraw consent for communication at any time
- Object to processing of your data
To exercise these rights, contact us using the details below.
8. External Links
Our website includes links to third-party platforms for job applications. We are not responsible for:
- Their content
- Their privacy practices
- Data submitted on their websites
Always review their policies before providing personal information.
9. Children’s Privacy
We do not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under 16 years old. If you believe such data has been shared with us, please contact us for removal.
10. Updates to this Policy
This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically to reflect operational or legal changes. Revised versions will be posted on this page with an updated date.
Continued use of the website confirms acceptance of any changes.
11. Contact Information
If you have questions or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact:
Website: www.protest-a.com