At Axithorysanth, we are committed to protecting your personal information in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA), No. 4 of 2013, of South Africa. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, process, store, and protect your personal information when you visit our website (“Site”) or engage with our startup investment consultation services (“Services”).
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Updates will be posted on this page, and we encourage you to review it periodically. By using our Site or Services, you consent to the collection and use of your information as outlined in this policy.
We collect personal information you provide when interacting with our Site or Services, such as booking a consultation, subscribing to our newsletter, or contacting us. This information may include your name, email address, phone number, and payment details for consultation sessions ($500 per session). We also collect information automatically through cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience and analyze Site usage.
Personal information is processed lawfully and transparently for specific purposes, such as facilitating consultation bookings, responding to inquiries, or sending marketing communications (with your consent). We do not collect more information than necessary for these purposes.
When you book a consultation, we collect personal information such as your name, email address, and payment details to process your request and schedule the session. This information is used solely to provide the Service and communicate with you about your booking. You may also provide additional details (e.g., investment interests) to tailor the consultation, which we process with your consent.
If you represent a business and provide client information, you confirm that you have obtained their consent to share their personal information with us and have informed them of this Privacy Policy.
We collect non-personal information about your interactions with our Site, such as your IP address, browser type, device information, pages visited, and time spent on the Site. This data is gathered using cookies, pixel tags, and third-party analytics tools like Google Analytics to improve our Services and Site functionality. Third-party providers are contractually obligated to protect your information and use it only for the purposes we specify.
You can manage your cookie preferences through the cookie consent popup displayed on your first visit. Essential cookies are required for Site functionality, while non-essential cookies (e.g., for analytics) are used only with your consent.
We use your personal information to:
We do not use your information to provide financial advice or make investment decisions on your behalf. Our Services are designed to provide information and insights to help you evaluate opportunities independently.
We may share your personal information with third-party service providers who assist us in delivering our Services, such as payment processors, email marketing platforms, or analytics providers. These providers are bound by strict confidentiality agreements and may only use your information to perform tasks on our behalf.
We may also disclose your information if required by law, such as in response to a court order or request from a South African regulatory authority. We will notify you of such disclosures where legally permitted.
As a data subject under POPIA, you have the following rights regarding your personal information:
To exercise these rights, please contact us at [email protected]. We will respond to your request within a reasonable timeframe, as required by POPIA.
We implement industry-standard security measures, including encryption, access controls, and secure storage, to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. Our staff are trained to handle personal information on a need-to-know basis and are subject to confidentiality obligations.
While we strive to ensure the highest level of security, no method of data transmission or storage is completely secure. We cannot guarantee absolute protection but are committed to addressing any security incidents promptly and transparently.
Your personal information may be transferred to and stored in countries outside South Africa, such as where our service providers operate. We ensure that such transfers comply with POPIA by using contracts that require equivalent data protection standards. By using our Services, you consent to these transfers where necessary to provide the Services.
Our Site may contain links to third-party websites, such as payment processors or industry resources. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing personal information.
Our Services are not intended for individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that a child under 18 has provided us with personal information, we will delete it immediately. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has shared personal information with us, please contact us at [email protected].
We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, such as providing Services, complying with legal obligations, or resolving disputes. For example, booking information may be retained for accounting purposes as required by South African law. When no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymize your information.
If you subscribe to our newsletter, we will collect your email address and, where required, record the date, time, and IP address of your subscription to verify consent. Newsletters provide updates on startup investment opportunities and our Services. You may unsubscribe at any time using the “unsubscribe” link in each email or by contacting us at [email protected].
We will not share your email address with third parties for marketing purposes without your explicit consent, except as required by law.
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, wish to exercise your POPIA rights, or have concerns about your personal information, please contact our Information Officer at:
Email: [email protected]
Address: Axithorysanth, 123 Business Park, Cape Town, South Africa
You may also lodge a complaint with the Information Regulator of South Africa at [email protected].
Axithorysanth provides consultation services to share information about startup investment opportunities in South Africa. We do not offer financial advice, investment recommendations, or guarantees of any kind. All investments carry risks, and you should conduct your own due diligence or consult a licensed financial advisor before making investment decisions. Our Services are subject to our Terms and Conditions and this Privacy Policy.