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At SocialSimplified (https://socialsimplified.co.za), we are committed to protecting your privacy and complying with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) in South Africa and the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) in the European Union.
This policy explains what personal information we collect, how we use it, and your rights.
1. What Information We Collect
We only collect personal information when you:
- Submit the contact form — your name, email address, and message are collected so we can respond to your inquiry.
We do not collect or store any payment details on our website.
2. Cookies & Tracking Tools
We use cookies and tracking scripts to improve your browsing experience and understand how visitors use our site. Specifically, we use:
- Google Analytics – to track website usage and traffic patterns
- Microsoft Clarity – to monitor user interactions for UX improvement
These tools collect anonymized data such as IP address, browser type, time on site, and user interactions. This information helps us enhance site functionality and user experience.
A cookie consent banner is being implemented to give you control over non-essential cookies.
3. Why We Collect Data
We collect and use your data to:
- Respond to your messages submitted via the contact form
- Analyze website performance and improve content
We do not sell or share your personal data with third parties.
4. Your Rights Under POPIA & GDPR
You have the right to:
- Request access to your personal data
- Correct or delete your information
- Object to data processing
- Withdraw your consent
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at info@socialsimplified.co.za.
5. Data Security
We use secure hosting, encrypted connections (HTTPS), and follow best practices to protect your data. Only authorized team members have access to your information.
6. Third-Party Services
We rely on a few trusted services to operate our website securely:
- Google Analytics (analytics)
- Microsoft Clarity (behavior tracking)
These services may process anonymized user data in compliance with GDPR and POPIA.
7. Updates to This Policy
We may update this policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with a new “Effective Date.”
8. Contact Us
If you have any questions or requests related to your personal data, reach out to:
SocialSimplified
📧 info@socialsimplified.co.za
🌐 https://socialsimplified.co.za