Effective Date: 10/04/2025
Last Updated: 10/04/2025
INTRODUCTION
OWNit (“we”, “us”, or “our”) is committed to protecting your personal information and your right to privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website [insert website URL], use our services, or engage with us.
This policy is in line with the Protection of Personal Information Act 4 of 2013 (POPIA) and all related laws and regulations.
WHAT PERSONAL INFORMATION WE COLLECT
We collect personal information that is necessary for us to provide our services and operate efficiently. This may include:
– Full name
– ID or passport number
– Contact details (email address, telephone number, physical address)
– Payment information
– Device and browser information
– Cookies and usage data
– Any other information you voluntarily provide
HOW WE COLLECT YOUR INFORMATION
We collect information in the following ways:
– When you complete forms on our website or contact us
– When you make purchases or sign up for our services
– Through cookies and tracking technologies
– Through third-party services where legally permissible
PURPOSE FOR COLLECTING PERSONAL INFORMATION
We collect and process personal information for the following reasons:
– To provide and manage our services
– To respond to inquiries or requests
– To process payments
– For customer support and service delivery
– To comply with legal obligations
– To improve our website and user experience
– For marketing (with your consent)
CONSENT
By using our website and services, you consent to the collection and use of your personal information as described in this policy. You may withdraw your consent at any time by contacting us at [insert contact email], but this may affect our ability to serve you.
Questions? Please contact us:
info@ownit.co.za
DISCLOSURE OF PERSONAL INFORMATION
We do not sell your information. We may share personal information:
– With trusted third-party service providers who support our operations
– When required by law or legal process
– To protect our rights, safety, or property
– With your explicit consent
All third parties are bound by confidentiality and data protection obligations consistent with POPIA.
DATA STORAGE AND SECURITY
We take reasonable technical and organizational measures to secure your personal information, including:
– SSL encryption on our website
– Secure servers and access controls
– Staff training and awareness
– Access on a need-to-know basis only
However, no system is completely secure. We cannot guarantee absolute data security.
YOUR RIGHTS UNDER POPIA
You have the right to:
– Access your personal information
– Correct or update your data
– Object to the processing of your data
– Request deletion or restriction of your data
– Lodge a complaint with the Information Regulator
To exercise any of these rights, please contact our Information Officer at Ashraf Suleman.
COOKIES AND TRACKING
Our website uses cookies to enhance user experience and monitor traffic. You may manage cookie preferences via your browser settings. By using the site, you agree to our use of cookies.
RETENTION OF PERSONAL INFORMATION
We retain personal information only as long as necessary for the purpose it was collected, unless required by law. When no longer needed, we will securely delete or de-identify it.
INFORMATION OFFICER
Our designated Information Officer is:
Name: Ashraf Suleman
Email: ashraf@ownit.co.za
Telephone: 0636829559
Address: 23 Washington Drive Halfway House
CHANGES TO THIS POLICY
We may update this policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. Continued use of our services after changes constitutes acceptance.
CONTACT US
If you have any questions or concerns about this privacy policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
Email: info@ownit.co.za
Telephone: 011 392 2220
Address: 23 Washington Drive Halfway House