Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 17 July , 2025

Last Updated: 17 July , 2025

1. Introduction

Phatudi Tradings and Investments ("Phatudi", "we", "us", or "our") is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, store, disclose, and safeguard your information in compliance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA), the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), and other applicable data privacy laws.

By using our website (phatuditradings.co.za), or interacting with us in any way, you agree to the terms of this policy.

2. Definitions

Personal Information: Any information that can identify you directly or indirectly.
Processing: Any operation involving personal data, such as collecting, storing, or deleting it.
Data Subject: The individual to whom personal data relates.
Responsible Party: Phatudi Tradings and Investments, who determines how and why data is processed.
Operator: A third party that processes information on behalf of the Responsible Party.

3. Information We Collect

3.1 Information You Provide

Full name
Email address
Contact number
Company or business name
Physical address
Any other information provided via contact forms

3.2 Information Collected Automatically

IP address
Browser and device details
Pages viewed
Cookies and analytics

4. Purpose of Collection

To provide services and respond to inquiries
To process transactions
To communicate with you
To comply with legal obligations
To improve and analyze our services

5. Lawful Basis for Processing

Consent: When you voluntarily provide data.
Contract: When processing is necessary to fulfill a contract with you.
Legal obligation: When required by law.
Legitimate interests: For operational or marketing needs, balanced with your rights.

6. Sharing of Personal Information

We may share your data with:

Authorized staff or partners
Service providers such as email or analytics tools
Regulatory bodies if required by law
Third parties in a merger or business acquisition

7. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies to personalize your experience, track website usage, and improve our services. You may accept or reject cookies upon visiting our site.

8. Data Retention

We retain your data only as long as necessary for the purposes listed or as required by law. You may request deletion at any time.

9. Data Security

We implement security measures including:

SSL encryption
Firewalls and secure hosting
Password protection and user authentication

10. International Data Transfers

We may transfer your data to secure servers located outside South Africa. We ensure equivalent protection through contractual agreements and secure infrastructure.

11. Your Rights

As a Data Subject, you have the right to:

Access your data
Request correction or deletion
Object to processing
Withdraw consent
Lodge complaints with the Information Regulator

12. Children’s Privacy

Our services are not intended for individuals under 18. We do not knowingly collect data from minors without parental consent.

13. Third-Party Links

Our site may contain links to other websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Please review their policies before submitting any information.

14. Changes to this Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated from time to time. Changes will be posted here with the revised date. Continued use of our services constitutes your acceptance of these terms.

15. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns, contact our Information Officer:

Email: info@phatuditradings.co.za
Website: phatuditradings.co.za

16. Governing Law

This Privacy Policy is governed by the laws of the Republic of South Africa. Any disputes will be subject to the jurisdiction of South African courts.