Privacy Statement

Effective Date: 01 August 2025
Last Updated: 01 August 2025

1. Introduction

We value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Statement explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your data when you visit our website or use our services.

By accessing or using our site, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Statement.

2. Information We Collect

Personal Information

• Name, email address, phone number, and other contact details (if submitted via forms or registrations)

Usage Data

• IP address, browser type, device information, pages visited, time spent, and referring URLs

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.

3. How We Use Your Information

• Provide and improve our services
• Respond to inquiries and support requests
• Analyze website usage and trends
• Deliver personalized content and advertising
• Comply with legal obligations

4. Third-Party Services

Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with our site. Google may collect data such as your IP address and browsing behavior. Learn more: Google Analytics Privacy

Google Ads

We use Google Ads for remarketing and targeted advertising. Google may use cookies to serve ads based on your prior visits. You can opt out via Google’s Ads Settings: Google Ads Settings

Google Search Integration

If our site includes embedded Google Search functionality, your queries may be processed by Google and subject to their privacy policies.

5. Legal Basis for Processing

• Your consent
• Performance of a contract
• Compliance with legal obligations
• Legitimate interests

6. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal data. We may share information with:

• Service providers who assist in operations
• Legal authorities if required by law
• Analytics and advertising partners (as described above)

7. International Data Transfers

Your data may be transferred to and processed in countries outside your jurisdiction. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as Standard Contractual Clauses or equivalent mechanisms.

8. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights to:

• Access, correct, or delete your personal data
• Object to or restrict processing
• Withdraw consent
• Lodge a complaint with a data protection authority

To exercise these rights, contact us at: [Insert Contact Email]

9. Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this statement or as required by law.

10. Security

We implement technical and organizational measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, disclosure, or destruction.

11. Changes to This Statement

We may update this Privacy Statement periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Statement or our data practices, please contact: webmaster@theforumsa.co.za