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Data Protection Policy

Biznify ( Pty ) Ltd Reg No : 2023/236986/07

 

Table of Contents
  1. Introduction
  2. Scope
  3. Data Collection and Processing
    • 3.1 Lawfulness, Fairness, and Transparency
    • 3.2 Purpose Limitation
    • 3.3 Data Minimization
    • 3.4 Accuracy
    • 3.5 Storage Limitation
    • 3.6 Security
  1. Rights of Data Subjects
    • 4.1 Access
    • 4.2 Rectification
    • 4.3 Erasure
    • 4.4 Objection
    • 4.5 Portability
  1. Accountability and Governance
    • 5.1 Responsibility
    • 5.2 Training and Awareness
    • 5.3 Data Protection Officer
    • 5.4 Data Breach Notification
  1. Third-party Disclosures
    • 6.1 Confidentiality Agreements
    • 6.2 Data Transfers
  2. Review and Updates
  3. Contact Information
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1. Introduction

At Biznify (Pty) Ltd, we recognize the importance of protecting the personal data of our clients, prospects, partners, and employees. This Data Protection Policy outlines our commitment to safeguarding the privacy and confidentiality of all personal data collected, processed, and stored by our organization. We adhere to the principles of data protection as set out in the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) and other relevant legislation in South Africa.

 

2. Scope

This policy applies to all personal data collected, processed, and stored by Biznify (Pty) Ltd, regardless of the format or medium in which it is held. It covers data collected from clients, prospects, partners, employees, and any other individuals or entities with whom we interact.

 

3. Data Collection and Processing

3.1 Lawfulness, Fairness, and Transparency: We collect and process personal data lawfully, fairly, and transparently. We obtain consent from individuals before collecting their personal data and inform them of the purposes for which the data will be used.

3.2 Purpose Limitation: We collect personal data for specified, explicit, and legitimate purposes and do not process it in any manner incompatible with those purposes.

3.3 Data Minimization: We only collect personal data that is adequate, relevant, and limited to what is necessary for the purposes for which it is processed.

3.4 Accuracy: We take reasonable steps to ensure that personal data is accurate, complete, and up-to-date. We also provide individuals with the opportunity to update or correct their personal data as needed.

3.5 Storage Limitation: We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by law. When data is no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymize it.

3.6 Security: We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect personal data against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.

 

4. Rights of Data Subjects

4.1 Access: Individuals have the right to access their personal data held by Biznify (Pty) Ltd and to receive information about how it is processed.

4.2 Rectification: Individuals have the right to request the correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal data.

4.3 Erasure: Individuals have the right to request the deletion of their personal data under certain circumstances, such as when it is no longer necessary for the purposes for which it was collected.

4.4 Objection: Individuals have the right to object to the processing of their personal data in certain situations, such as when it is processed for direct marketing purposes.

4.5 Portability: Individuals have the right to receive their personal data in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format and to transmit it to another controller.

 

5. Accountability and Governance

5.1 Responsibility: All employees of Biznify (Pty) Ltd are responsible for complying with this Data Protection Policy and ensuring that personal data is handled in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.

5.2 Training and Awareness: We provide regular training and awareness programs to employees to ensure they understand their obligations regarding data protection and privacy.

5.3 Data Protection Officer: We have appointed a Data Protection Officer (DPO) who is responsible for overseeing compliance with this policy, responding to data subject requests, and liaising with regulatory authorities.

5.4 Data Breach Notification: In the event of a data breach involving personal data, we will notify the relevant supervisory authority and affected individuals as required by law.

 

6. Third-party Disclosures

6.1 Confidentiality Agreements: When engaging third-party service providers or business partners that may have access to personal data, we ensure that appropriate confidentiality agreements and data processing agreements are in place to safeguard the data.

6.2 Data Transfers: If personal data is transferred outside of South Africa, we ensure that adequate safeguards are in place to protect the data in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.

 

7. Review and Updates

This Data Protection Policy is reviewed regularly to ensure its ongoing relevance and effectiveness. Updates may be made as necessary to reflect changes in laws, regulations, or business practices.

 

8. Contact Information

For questions or concerns regarding this Data Protection Policy or the handling of personal data by Biznify (Pty) Ltd, individuals may contact our Data Protection Officer at  Fanus@Biznify.co.za.