Privacy Terms

Privacy Policy and Terms and Conditions, and Informed Consent Notice

Consent to Process Personal Information in Terms of POPIA

The Protection of Personal Information Act, 4 of 2013 (POPIA) enforces the constitutional right to data privacy under Section 14 of the Bill of Rights.

At Beth Horner & Associates, we commit to protecting every person’s privacy. Therefore, we collect and use personal information appropriately, handle it transparently, and process it in line with the law. At the same time, we balance privacy rights with other rights, such as the right to access and use our information, services, and digital platforms.

This notice explains the responsibilities of all individuals who access or use Beth Horner & Associates’ electronic resources, including our website, app, email, and social media. In particular, it describes how users must handle personal information lawfully and in accordance with POPIA and its eight Personal Information Processing Conditions.

Please read this document carefully before using our electronic facilities or providing personal information. By submitting your personal information, you consent to its processing in strict accordance with this Privacy Notice.

1. Introduction

1.1 Beth Horner & Associates receives, provides, and processes personal information on an ongoing basis.

1.2 Under POPIA, everyone has the right to privacy, including lawful collection, retention, use, and dissemination of personal information.

1.3 To uphold this right, we provide any person whose information we process (a “Data Subject”) with details about how their personal information will be used before processing occurs.

1.4 Specifically, we explain:

  • Why we process a Data Subject’s personal information

  • The conditions under which we collect and use this information

  • How we handle personal information

  • How we provide our own information when necessary

2. Application

2.1 This Privacy Notice applies to:

  • All Beth Horner & Associates electronic platforms and facilities, including social media, websites, apps, and email, whether owned, hosted, or accessed by us

  • All Data Subjects who access or use these platforms, including employees, customers, vendors, contractors, service providers, and other third parties

2.2 This includes all personal information owned by Beth Horner & Associates and provided to responsible parties or operators as a result of using our platforms.

3. Accountability

3.1 We take the privacy of personal information seriously and process it only according to POPIA and this Privacy Notice.

3.2 When we share our personal information with responsible parties or operators, they must process it according to POPIA and this Privacy Notice.

3.3 The principles of privacy apply to all personal information we collect, handle, transfer, share, correct, store, archive, or delete, unless POPIA provides an exception.

4. Agreement and Consent

By using our platforms, submitting personal information, or interacting via email, app, or social media, a Data Subject:

  • Confirms they have read and understood this Privacy Notice

  • Agrees to comply with its terms

  • Provides explicit consent for Beth Horner & Associates to process their personal information as described

5. Receipt, Use, and Sharing of Personal Information

5.1 We collect personal information when a Data Subject submits a query or request through our website, app, email, telephone, or social media.

5.2 We use this information to:

  • Identify or verify the Data Subject

  • Gather contact details

  • Provide requested products, services, or information

  • Enroll visitors or grant access

  • Process employment applications

  • Manage data administration

  • Detect fraud and collect debts

  • Inform Data Subjects about our products or services

5.3 We may share personal information with:

  • Employees on a need-to-know basis

  • Suppliers on a need-to-know basis

  • Operators or service providers under written agreements

5.4 We do not share personal information with third parties outside these groups, unless required by law, legal proceedings, or to protect legitimate interests. In such cases, we take reasonable measures to ensure confidentiality.

6. Sharing Our Personal Information

When responding to queries, we may provide our own personal information. Recipients may use it only for the purpose of the request. They must not share it without express permission.

7. Information Quality and Data Subject Participation

7.1 We strive to maintain accurate information but cannot guarantee perfection. Data Subjects must update their information and notify us of changes.

7.2 Data Subjects have the right to access their information and request corrections where necessary.

8. Security of Personal Data

8.1 We take reasonable measures to secure our platforms, but we cannot guarantee complete protection against unauthorized access or loss.

8.2 Our website uses cookies to improve user experience. Users may accept or deny cookies. By using our platforms without disabling cookies, users consent to our collection of information through cookies.

8.3 All electronic platforms are regularly monitored for security, quality, and integrity purposes. By using these platforms, users consent to monitoring under RICA.

8.4 We implement technical and organizational measures to protect personal information from unauthorized access, loss, or destruction.

8.5 We will notify Data Subjects of any unauthorized use, disclosure, or processing of their information.

9. Disclaimer

Using our website or app is at the Data Subject’s own risk. Beth Horner & Associates disclaims liability for any loss, damage, or expenses resulting from such use, unless law provides otherwise.

10. Contact Details

For inquiries, contact the Information Officer or Deputy Information Officers via email or telephone.