Privacy Policy (POPIA-Aligned)

1. Purpose of this Policy

This policy explains how Get Sharp Academy (Pty) Ltd collects, stores, and uses your personal information in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act 4 of 2013 (POPIA).

2. What We Collect

We may collect the following information:

• Full name, email address, and contact number
• Company details (if applicable)
• Login and usage data
• Payment and billing data
• Course progress and certifications

3. How We Use Your Data

Your data is used for:

• Account management and subscription validation
• Certification and course progress tracking
• Support and communication
• Internal analytics and compliance reporting

4. Data Protection

We use appropriate technical and organizational security measures including:

• SSL encryption
• Access token validation
• Secure hosting and session management
• Limited administrative access

5. Sharing of Information

We do not sell or share your personal data with third parties unless:

• Required by law
• You provide explicit consent
• Necessary for payment processing (e.g., PayFast, Netcash)

6. Your Rights

Under POPIA, you may:

• Request access to your personal data
• Request correction or deletion of inaccurate data
• Object to direct marketing
• Lodge a complaint with the Information Regulator (www.justice.gov.za/inforeg)

7. Information Officer