Privacy Policy
Effective Date: 11 November 2023
Thank you for visiting the Thokan Attorneys website. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your personal information in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) in South Africa. By accessing or using our website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
1. Information We Collect:
We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide, including but not limited to your name, contact details, and any other information you choose to share with us. Additionally, we may automatically collect certain information about your device, browsing actions, and patterns.
2. How We Use Your Information:
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- To provide and maintain our website
- To personalize your experience
- To respond to your inquiries
- To send periodic communications regarding our services
- To improve our website and services
- For legal and compliance purposes
3. How We Protect Your Information:
We implement a variety of security measures to maintain the safety of your personal information, in compliance with the POPI Act. However, please be aware that no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
4. Cookies:
We use cookies to enhance your experience on our website. Cookies are small files stored on your device that track, save, and store information about your interactions. You can modify your browser settings to disable cookies, but this may affect the functionality of the website.
5. Third-Party Disclosure:
We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties unless we provide you with advance notice or are required by law to do so, in line with the principles of the POPI Act.
6. Third-Party Links:
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. These external sites have separate and independent privacy policies. We have no responsibility or liability for the content and activities of these linked sites.
7. Your Consent:
By using our website, you consent to our Privacy Policy and acknowledge that your personal information will be processed in accordance with the POPI Act.
8. Changes to This Privacy Policy:
We reserve the right to update or change our Privacy Policy at any time, ensuring continued compliance with the POPI Act. Any changes will be posted on this page with the updated effective date.
9. Contact Information:
If you have any questions or concerns regarding our Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your rights under the POPI Act, please contact us at info@thokanattorneys.co.za
