Privacy/ Popia Statement

.zaPrivacy Policy / Popia Statement for BeWize

Effective Date: 14 April 2025

Welcome to BeWize. Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website www.bewize.net.za, engage with our platform, or interact with our services.

By using our website and services, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect personal and non-personal information from you in the following ways:

a. Personal Information:

  • Full name

  • Email address

  • Contact details

  • Billing and shipping information 

  • Login credentials

  • Payment information (processed securely via third-party providers)

b. Non-Personal Information:

  • Browser type and version

  • IP address

  • Device type

  • Pages visited and time spent

  • Referral source

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Provide and maintain our services

  • Process transactions and deliver digital products

  • Respond to inquiries and support requests

  • Send newsletters, updates, and promotional content (with your consent)

  • Improve user experience and website functionality

  • Track affiliate referrals 

  • Comply with legal obligations

3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience. Cookies help us remember user preferences, analyze traffic, and provide relevant content. You can manage your cookie preferences in your browser settings.

4. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell or rent your personal information. We may share it with trusted third-party service providers who help us operate our website and services, such as:

  • Payment processors

  • Email service providers

  • Affiliate tracking platforms 

  • Analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics)

All third parties are required to maintain the confidentiality of your information.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure. We strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your data but cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access your personal data

  • Request corrections or deletions

  • Withdraw consent

  • Object to data processing

  • Lodge a complaint with a data protection authority

For users in the EU (under GDPR) or South Africa (under POPIA), we fully comply with applicable data protection laws.

7. Children’s Privacy

Our services are not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

8. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites. Please review their privacy policies.

9. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with a new effective date. Your continued use of the site means you accept these changes.

10. Contact Us

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

Email: admin@bewize.net.za
Website: www.bewize.net.za

POPIA COMPLIANCE STATEMENT

BeWize
Effective Date: 14 April 2025

BeWize respects your right to privacy and is committed to safeguarding the personal information of all users, clients, partners, affiliates, and website visitors in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (No. 4 of 2013) (POPIA) of South Africa.

This statement explains how we collect, use, store, and protect personal information in alignment with the requirements of POPIA.

1. Purpose of Collecting Personal Information

We collect and process personal information for the following purposes:

  • To provide access to and maintain our services and platform

  • To facilitate communication with you, including support and inquiries

  • To process orders, transactions, and affiliate commissions

  • To send newsletters, updates, and relevant marketing (with your consent)

  • To comply with legal and contractual obligations

  • To improve user experience on our website

2. Types of Personal Information Collected

Depending on your interaction with 7Pillars, we may collect the following personal information:

  • Full name

  • Email address

  • Telephone number

  • Physical address (for billing, if applicable)

  • Payment and transaction details (processed via secure third-party providers)

  • Login credentials (where applicable)

  • Affiliate information (referrals, links, commissions)

3. Consent and Lawful Processing

We process personal information with your consent or as otherwise permitted under POPIA. By accessing or using our services, you provide your voluntary and informed consent to the collection and processing of your personal data.

You may withdraw your consent at any time by contacting us at admin@bewize.net

4. Storage and Protection of Personal Information

Your personal information is stored securely, and we take all reasonable technical and organizational measures to safeguard it against:

  • Loss

  • Unauthorised access

  • Disclosure

  • Modification

  • Destruction

We use password-protected systems, encrypted connections (SSL), and secure servers.

5. Sharing of Personal Information

We do not sell or distribute your personal information to third parties. We may share information with trusted service providers only for the purpose of operating our platform (e.g., payment processors, email services, affiliate systems).

All third parties are contractually bound to maintain the confidentiality and integrity of your data.

6. Your Rights Under POPIA

You have the right to:

  • Request access to the personal information we hold about you

  • Request correction or deletion of your personal data

  • Object to the processing of personal information

  • Withdraw consent

  • Lodge a complaint with the Information Regulator of South Africa

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at admin@bewize.net.za

7. Data Retention

We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by law. Once no longer needed, it will be securely deleted or anonymised.

8. Information Regulator Contact Details

If you believe your rights under POPIA have been violated, you may lodge a complaint with the Information Regulator at:

The Information Regulator (South Africa)
Email: complaints.IR@justice.gov.za
Website: https://www.justice.gov.za/inforeg/

9. Contact Us

For any POPIA-related inquiries or requests, please contact us at:

BeWize Team
Email: admin@bewize.net.za
Website: www.bewize.net.za

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