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Privacy Policy

Last Updated: [30 May 2025]

Introduction

Welcome to TechFinancials, operated by TFS Media (Pty) Ltd, trading as TechFinancials News. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal data. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, store, use, and safeguard your information in compliance with:

For more information about our services, visit our website: https://techfinancials.co.za.

Audience

This policy applies to:

Personal Data We Collect

Personal data includes:

  • Automatically collected information when you visit our website

  • Registration information (e.g., name, email, username, password)

  • Submitted information (e.g., competition entries, survey responses)

  • Optional information you provide voluntarily

Exclusions:

  • Anonymized or de-identified data

  • Non-personal statistical information

  • Publicly shared information (e.g., comments on articles)

Common Examples of Personal Data

  • Identifying information (name, date of birth, ID number)

  • Contact details (phone number, email address)

  • Address information (physical/postal address)

  • Demographic information (gender, marital status)

Acceptance of This Policy

By using our website or services, you agree to this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please refrain from accessing our site or services.

Legal Capacity

You must be 18 years or older (or have legal capacity) to use our website or services.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy and will notify you via:

  • A notice on our website

  • An email detailing changes

Continued use after updates constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

Collection of Data

On Registration

When you register, we collect:

  • Name and surname

  • Email address

  • Username and password

We use this data to manage your account and provide services.

From Your Browser

We automatically collect:

  • IP address

  • Browsing habits

  • Device & software details

  • Usage metrics (time spent, pages visited)

Cookies & Web Beacons

Our website uses cookies to enhance user experience. For details, read our Cookie Policy.

Web beacons help track page views but do not collect personal data.

Optional Information

You may voluntarily provide data when:

  • Uploading/downloading content

  • Entering competitions

  • Responding to surveys

Call Recording

We may record calls for quality assurance unless you request otherwise.

Purpose of Data Collection

We process data for:

  • Service delivery (e.g., subscriptions, exclusive content)

  • Marketing & business intelligence

  • Legal & compliance obligations

Consent & Use of Data

Our Obligations

We use personal data to:

  • Fulfill service agreements

  • Bill for services

  • Improve offerings

Messages & Updates

We may send:

  • Administrative emails (e.g., account updates)

  • Promotional content (only if you opt in)

Targeted Content

Logged-in users may see personalized ads based on browsing behavior. We do not share personal data with advertisers unless you consent.

Disclosure of Data

Sharing With Third Parties

We may share data with:

  • Affiliates & service providers

  • Credit bureaus (where legally required)

  • Law enforcement (if compelled)

No Selling of Data

We do not sell personal data.

Linked Websites

We are not responsible for the privacy practices of external sites.

Change of Ownership

If ownership changes, data may transfer to the new entity, with notice provided.

Data Security

We implement:

  • Firewalls & encryption

  • Access controls

  • Disaster recovery protocols

Data Accuracy & Retention

  • You may update your data via your account or by contacting us.

  • We retain data as required by law or business needs.

International Data Transfers

Data may be processed outside your country, where privacy laws may differ.

Your Rights

Access & Correction

You may:

  • Update or delete your data

  • Request a copy of your data

Right to Be Forgotten

You can request deletion, but some data may be retained for legal reasons.

Restriction of Processing

You may limit how we use your data.

Data Portability

You can request your data in a transferable format (e.g., Excel, CSV).

Data Breaches

We will notify affected users of any confirmed breaches.

Enquiries & Complaints

For privacy-related concerns:

If unsatisfied, you may contact:

  • Your local data protection authority (for GDPR)

  • The South African Information Regulator (for POPIA)

For more details, visit our website: https://techfinancials.co.za.

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