Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 16 October 2025

Last Updated: 16 October 2025

Version: 1.0

1. Introduction

Boland Webworks is committed to protecting your personal information in compliance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, process, store, and share your personal data.

2. Personal Data Collected

We collect the following data from users:

  • Name and email address.
  • Session ID / UID.
  • Uploaded PDFs and project requirements.
  • Any other information voluntarily provided by the user during account creation or project submission.

3. Purpose of Data Processing

Your data is used to:

  • Deliver SaaS services, including account management and project development.
  • Improve services and conduct internal analytics.
  • Run marketing campaigns, with implied consent and opt-out option available.

4. Data Sharing

  • Internal staff access is limited to service provision.
  • Authorized external partners (e.g., Meta Ads) may access data only with consent.
  • Data is never shared publicly without user authorization.

5. Data Security

  • Data is hosted securely via Vercel, with SSL encryption and industry-standard security measures.
  • Users may request deletion or export of their uploaded PDFs.
  • BWW implements measures to prevent unauthorized access, breaches, or leaks.

6. Data Retention

Data is stored until:

  • Account deletion by the user, or
  • Project completion, whichever comes first.
  • Administrative deletion may be performed when necessary.

7. User Rights under POPIA

As a data subject, you have the following rights:

  • Access: Request a copy of personal information collected.
  • Correction: Request corrections to your personal information.
  • Deletion: Request deletion of personal information or uploaded content.
  • Objection: Object to processing of personal information.
  • Marketing Opt-Out: Withdraw consent for marketing campaigns at any time.

How to Exercise Your Rights: Contact us atlegal@boland-webworks.comto exercise any of these rights. We will respond within 30 days as required by POPIA.

8. Cookies & Tracking

  • No cookies or tracking scripts are used.
  • Data may be stored locally on user devices for session continuity.

9. Changes to Privacy Policy

  • BWW may update this Privacy Policy at any time.
  • Updates will be reflected in the "Last Updated" date.
  • Material changes will be communicated to users via email or platform notification.

10. Contact

For privacy or data protection inquiries:

Email:legal@boland-webworks.com

Response Time: Within 30 days as required by POPIA

Jurisdiction: South Africa (Western Cape)

POPIA Compliance Statement

This Privacy Policy complies with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) of South Africa. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information in accordance with South African data protection laws.