At SEO Gurus, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal information is handled responsibly. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and protect your information in compliance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) of South Africa.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect and process the following types of personal information:

  • Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, and any other information you provide when you contact us.
  • Business Information: Company name, position, and other relevant details when you engage with our services.
  • Website Usage Data: Information about your visits to our website, including your IP address, browser type, pages viewed, and the time spent on our site.

2. Purpose of Processing Personal Information

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

  • To provide and improve our services.
  • To communicate with you regarding your inquiries or requests.
  • To send you newsletters, marketing materials, and promotional offers (you can opt out at any time).
  • To comply with legal obligations and protect our rights.

3. Legal Basis for Processing

We will only process your personal information where:

  • You have given consent for us to do so.
  • It is necessary for the performance of a contract with you.
  • We have a legal obligation to process your data.
  • It is in our legitimate interests, provided these interests are not overridden by your rights.

4. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information with:

  • Service providers who assist us in operating our website and conducting our business (e.g., hosting, marketing).
  • Legal authorities when required to comply with the law or protect our rights.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. However, please be aware that no method of transmission over the internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure.

6. Retention of Personal Information

We will retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected or as required by law. When your information is no longer needed, we will securely delete or anonymize it.

7. Your Rights

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

  • The right to access your personal information.
  • The right to correct inaccurate or incomplete information.
  • The right to request the deletion of your personal information.
  • The right to withdraw consent for processing, where applicable.

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.

8. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be effective upon posting the updated policy on our website. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.