Privacy Policy:

Last Updated: 20/11/2025

ProProjects001 (accessible at https://proprojects001.co.za) is committed to protecting your privacy and complying with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA), Act No. 4 of 2013. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information when you visit our website or use our services.


1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of personal information, as defined by POPIA:

  • Identifying Information: Name, surname, ID number (if provided), and company name.

  • Contact Information: Email address, phone number, and physical or postal address.

  • Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device identifiers, and pages you access.

  • User-Generated Content: Any information you submit via forms, emails, or communication platforms.


2. Legal Basis for Processing (POPIA)

We process personal information in accordance with POPIA, relying on the following legal bases:

  • Consent: Where you have provided voluntary and informed consent.

  • Contractual Necessity: To fulfill services you have requested.

  • Legal Obligation: Where required by law.

  • Legitimate Interest: Where processing is necessary for the functioning and improvement of our services and business operations, and does not infringe on your rights.


3. Purpose of Collection

We collect and process your personal information for the following reasons:

  • To respond to inquiries and provide support or services.

  • To improve our website, services, and user experience.

  • To send service updates or, if consented, marketing communications.

  • To comply with legal and regulatory requirements.

  • For administrative, security, and analytical purposes.


4. Protection of Personal Information

We implement appropriate, reasonable technical and organizational safeguards to secure your personal data from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse. These include:

  • Secure server environments and encrypted communication channels.

  • Access control and user authentication systems.

  • Staff training and data handling policies.


5. Sharing of Personal Information

Your information may be shared only as necessary and for legitimate purposes:

  • With third-party service providers (e.g., IT support, website hosting, analytics tools).

  • With law enforcement or regulators if required by law.

  • With your consent, where applicable.

All third parties are bound by confidentiality and data protection obligations consistent with POPIA.


6. Your Rights Under POPIA

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

  • Right of Access – You may request access to personal data we hold about you.

  • Right to Correction – You may request correction or deletion of inaccurate or outdated information.

  • Right to Object/Withdraw Consent – You can object to processing or withdraw consent where applicable.

  • Right to Lodge a Complaint – You may contact the Information Regulator of South Africa.

To exercise your rights, please email us at [Insert Contact Email].


7. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this Policy or as required by law. Once no longer needed, data is securely deleted or de-identified.


8. Cookies and Tracking

Our website uses cookies and related tracking technologies for functionality, analytics, and improving your experience. You may disable cookies in your browser, though some features may not work properly.


9. Third-Party Links

This site may contain links to external websites not operated by us. We are not responsible for their privacy practices, and we encourage you to read their privacy statements.


10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect legal or operational changes. Updates will be posted here with a revised “Effective Date.” We encourage you to review this page regularly.


11. Contact Information

Responsible Party: ProProjects001
📧 Email: admin@proprojects001.co.za
📞 Phone: +27 81 415 8434
📍 Address: Unit 6, Clarkson Square, Clarkson Street, Broadlands Industrial, Strand, WC, 7140

Information Regulator Contact Details:

Website: https://www.inforegulator.org.za
Email: complaints.IR@justice.gov.za