Privacy Policy for Applied Professional Management Consultants (APMC)
Effective Date: 12 December 2024
At Applied Professional Management Consultants (APMC), we value the privacy of our clients and visitors. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, protect, and share your personal information in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) in South Africa.
By using our website, services, or providing us with your personal information, you consent to the practices outlined in this policy.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of personal information:
- Personal Identification Information: Name, email address, phone number, company name, and other relevant contact details.
- Usage Data: Information about how you interact with our website, such as your IP address, browser type, operating system, and pages you visit.
- Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We may use cookies and other tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our website. You can manage your cookie preferences in your browser settings
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the personal information we collect for the following purposes:
- To provide, maintain, and improve our services.
- To communicate with you, respond to inquiries, and send updates or newsletters.
- To analyse website usage and optimize our online presence.
- To comply with legal obligations and enforce our terms and policies.
3. Data Protection
We are committed to protecting your personal data and use reasonable measures to safeguard it from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. We store your information in secure systems and only retain it for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy.
4. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell, rent, or lease your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your data with trusted service providers who assist us in operating our website, conducting business, or providing services to you. These third parties are bound by confidentiality agreements and are only permitted to use your information for the specified purposes.
We may also disclose your information when required by law or to protect the rights, property, or safety of APMC, our users, or others.
5. Your Rights
Under POPIA, you have the right to:
- Access your personal information and request corrections if necessary.
- Object to the processing of your personal data.
- Request the deletion of your personal data, subject to legal obligations.
- Withdraw consent where consent was previously given.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details provided below.
6. Data Retention
We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or as required by law. When personal information is no longer needed, it will be securely deleted.
7. Security of Personal Information
We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, please be aware that no method of data transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
8. Links to Other Websites
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. These sites have their own privacy policies, and we are not responsible for the content or practices of these sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit.
9. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. When we make changes, we will update the “Effective Date” at the top of this page. Please review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your personal information.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or the way we handle your personal information, please contact us at:
Applied Professional Management Consultants (APMC) (1998/002785/07)
Email: info@apmc.co.za
Phone: 011-804 4727
Website: www.apmc.co.za