Privacy Policy (POPIA Compliant)
Ricardo Georgie Digital Marketing
Effective Date: 23 April 2026
1. Introduction
Ricardo Georgie Digital Marketing is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal information is collected and used properly, lawfully, and transparently in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act, 4 of 2013 (POPIA) of South Africa.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information when you interact with our website, services, and digital platforms.
2. Information We Collect
We may collect and process the following personal information:
2.1 Personal Identification Information
- Full name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Business name
- Physical or postal address
2.2 Business & Marketing Information
- Website details
- Social media profiles
- Advertising account data (where access is granted)
- Marketing preferences
2.3 Technical Information
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Website usage data (via cookies and analytics tools)
3. How We Collect Information
We collect information in the following ways:
- When you complete forms on our website
- When you contact us via email, phone, or social media
- When you sign up for our services
- When you interact with our ads or marketing campaigns
- Through cookies and tracking technologies
4. Purpose of Processing Personal Information
We process your personal information for the following purposes:
- To provide digital marketing and website services
- To communicate with you regarding services, updates, or support
- To manage client relationships and contracts
- To improve our services and website performance
- To send marketing communications (only with your consent)
- To comply with legal and regulatory requirements
5. Legal Basis for Processing
We process personal information based on:
- Your consent
- The necessity to perform a contract
- Compliance with legal obligations
- Legitimate business interests
6. Sharing of Personal Information
We do not sell your personal information.
We may share your information with:
- Trusted third-party service providers (e.g., hosting, analytics, advertising platforms)
- Payment processors
- Legal or regulatory authorities when required by law
All third parties are required to comply with POPIA and maintain confidentiality.
7. Data Storage and Security
We take reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against:
- Unauthorized access
- Loss or damage
- Alteration or disclosure
Your data is stored securely using reputable hosting and cloud service providers.
8. Retention of Information
We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to:
- Fulfill the purpose it was collected for
- Comply with legal, tax, or accounting requirements
9. Your Rights Under POPIA
You have the right to:
- Access your personal information
- Request correction or deletion of your data
- Object to processing of your data
- Withdraw consent at any time
- Lodge a complaint with the Information Regulator
10. Cookies Policy
Our website may use cookies to:
- Enhance user experience
- Analyze website traffic
- Improve marketing efforts
You can disable cookies in your browser settings.
11. Direct Marketing
We will only send you marketing communications if:
- You have given consent, or
- You are an existing client and have not opted out
You can unsubscribe at any time.
12. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices.
13. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted on our website with a revised effective date.
14. Contact Information
If you have any questions or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal information, contact us: Ricardo Georgie Digital Marketing
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +27 74 926 6135
Website:www.ricardogeorgie.com