Last updated: 9/12/25
This Privacy Policy explains how I collect, use, store, and protect personal information when you visit my website or submit information via the contact form. I am committed to complying with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) of South Africa.
By using this website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
1. Information I Collect
1.1 Information You Provide
When you submit a message through the contact form, I collect:
- Your name
- Your email address
- Any additional information you include in your message
This information is voluntarily provided by you.
1.2 Automatically Collected Information
When you visit this website, certain information may be automatically collected by my hosting provider or third-party services, including:
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Device information
- Pages viewed
- Date and time of visit
- Referring website
This data is standard for all websites and is used for security, performance and analytics.
2. How Your Information Is Used
I use your personal information for the following purposes:
- To respond to your enquiries submitted through the contact form
- To operate and maintain the website
- To improve website performance and user experience
- To protect the website against fraud or security threats
- To comply with legal obligations if necessary
I do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.
3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
This website may use cookies or similar technologies for:
- Basic website functionality
- Performance/traffic analytics (e.g., Google Analytics if enabled)
- Embedded content (e.g., YouTube, Maps, social media)
You can disable cookies in your browser settings at any time.
If I do not use analytics, tracking, or embedded media, then only essential cookies from the hosting provider may be used.
4. Sharing of Personal Information
I may share personal information only with:
- My hosting provider, for website operation and security
- Email service providers, to deliver contact-form messages
- Analytics or security tools, if used (e.g., Google Analytics, Cloudflare)
I do not share your information with advertisers or third parties for marketing.
5. Data Storage and Security
All information submitted through the website is stored securely using industry-standard measures.
Contact form submissions may be delivered to my email inbox. I take reasonable steps to:
- Prevent unauthorised access
- Prevent accidental data loss
- Maintain confidentiality
However, no online system can be guaranteed 100% secure.
6. Retention of Information
Your information is retained only for as long as necessary to:
- Respond to your enquiry
- Comply with legal/administrative requirements
- Maintain website security logs
You may request deletion of your personal information at any time.
7. Your POPIA Rights
Under the Protection of Personal Information Act, you have the right to:
- Access the personal information I hold about you
- Request correction of inaccurate information
- Request deletion of your information
- Withdraw consent to data processing
- Lodge a complaint with the Information Regulator of South Africa
Information Regulator contact:
Email: complaints.IR@justice.gov.za
Website: www.justice.gov.za/inforeg/
8. Third-Party Links
This website may contain links to external sites. I am not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those websites.
9. Changes to This Policy
This Privacy Policy may be updated from time to time. The latest version will always be posted on this page.
10. Contact
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your POPIA rights, please contact:
Email: ole@oleohm.com
Website: oleohm.com