Privacy Policy

How we collect, use, and protect your information

Last Updated:26 May 2025

1Introduction

Poree Consulting Group Limited ("PCG", "we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your personal information in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act, 4 of 2013 ("POPIA"). This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and disclose your personal information when you engage with us through our website. By using our website, you acknowledge and accept the practices described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with this Policy, please do not use the website.

2Definitions

  • "Personal Information"Information relating to an identifiable, living, natural person, or where applicable, an identifiable juristic person, as defined in POPIA.
  • "Data Subject"The person to whom the personal information relates.
  • "Operator"Any third party who processes personal information on behalf of PCG in terms of a contractual relationship.

3Information We Collect

We collect only the personal information you voluntarily provide through our website’s contact form or email communication. This may include:

  • Your name and surname
  • Your email address
  • Your contact number
  • Company details
  • Message content

Note: We do not collect or process personal information through cookies, analytics, or automated profiling tools on our website.

4Purpose of Collection

We collect and process personal information solely for the following lawful and legitimate business purposes:

  • To respond to inquiries or requests submitted via the website
  • To initiate communication relating to our professional services
  • To maintain internal records in compliance with applicable legal obligations
  • To establish and manage potential business relationships

5Legal Basis for Processing

Our processing of your personal information is justified on one or more of the following legal bases under POPIA:

ConsentYou have provided explicit, voluntary, and informed consent.
Legitimate InterestsThe processing is necessary to pursue our legitimate interests in conducting business.
Legal ComplienceThe processing is required to comply with legal obligations.

6Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, rent, or trade personal information to any third parties. We may only share personal information:

  • With authorised employees, professional advisors, or consultants who require access to respond to your inquiry
  • With third-party operators under contractual obligation to maintain the confidentiality and security of your data
  • When required to do so by law, legal process, or regulatory authority

7Cross-Border Data Transfers

We do not transfer your personal information outside of South Africa. Should any cross-border transfers become necessary, they will be done in accordance with Section 72 of POPIA.

8Data Security

We take all reasonable, appropriate, and technical steps to secure the integrity and confidentiality of your personal information, including:

Secure hosting infrastructure
Controlled access to personal data
Data encryption where applicable
Staff training and confidentiality

9Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected or as required by law. Thereafter, personal information is securely deleted or de-identified.

10Your Rights

As a data subject, you have the right to:

  • Request access to your personal information
  • Request correction, deletion, or restriction of your data
  • Withdraw consent at any time (this will not affect prior lawful processing)
  • Object to processing where applicable under POPIA
  • Lodge a complaint with the Information Regulator

To exercise any of the above rights, please contact us at the details below.

11Contact Information

Information Officer

Poree Consulting Group Limited

Phones:

+357 95 197 469 (EU)

+27 72 459 9964 (SA)

Address:

Cyprus

Street Hadjikyriakion, Prodromou 121-Building, Strovolos 2064

South Africa

99 Hillary Drive, Ballito

12Updates to this Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. Continued use of our website following the publication of updates constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.