At DriveZA.net, we’re all about cars—reviews, news, and the odd rant about potholes—but we’re also serious about your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal info under South Africa’s Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA). Think of it as our promise to keep your details safer than a Hilux in a locked garage. Last updated: 11 March 2025.
1. Who We Are
DriveZA.net is your South African motoring mate, dishing out the latest on wheels from Joburg to Durban. We’re the “responsible party” under POPIA, meaning we call the shots on how your data’s handled. Reach us at info@driveza.net if you’ve got questions.
2. What We Collect
We’re not here to snoop, but we do grab some info to keep the site humming:
- Stuff You Give Us: Name, email, or comments if you drop us a line or join the conversation.
- Stuff We Pick Up: IP address, browser type, and how you cruise our pages—thanks to cookies and analytics.
- Social Media: If you link via X or other platforms, we might see your public profile bits.
3. Why We Collect It
We’ve got legit reasons—POPIA calls them ‘lawful purposes’:
- Run the Site: Make sure pages load faster than a Polo Vivo off the line.
- Chat with You: Reply to your emails or comments about the latest VW Tera.
- Improve the Ride: Analytics help us tweak content—more braai-friendly car tips, less fluff.
- Legal Stuff: Keep records if the law knocks, like SARS or a court order.
4. How We Protect It
Your info’s locked down tighter than a Sandton parking spot. We use encryption, firewalls, and common sense to fend off hackers. But no system’s bulletproof—if a breach happens, we’ll shout it out per POPIA rules.
5. Sharing Your Info
We don’t flog your data like a dodgy spare part. We only share if:
- Service Providers: Think hosting companies or analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics)—they’re bound by our rules.
- Law Calls: If SAPS or a court demands it, we comply.
- You Say So: If you ask us to pass it on, we’ll rev up and do it.
6. Cookies and Tracking
We use cookies—small data nuggets—to track how you use DriveZA.net. They help us see what’s hot (Citroën C3 reviews?) and what’s not. Don’t like it? Tweak your browser settings, but heads-up: the site might run slower than a township taxi in traffic.
7. Your Rights Under POPIA
You’re the boss of your info. Here’s what you can do:
- Check It: Ask what we’ve got on you—email us.
- Fix It: If it’s wrong, we’ll sort it.
- Delete It: Tell us to ditch it, unless the law says we must keep it.
- Opt Out: No newsletters? Just say no.
- Complain: If we mess up, ping the Information Regulator at enquiries@inforegulator.org.za.
8. Kids’ Privacy
We’re not aiming at the little ones. If you’re under 13, get your folks’ nod before sharing anything. Parents, spot your kid’s data? Tell us, and we’ll wipe it.
9. Third-Party Links
We might link to X posts or car dealers. Click at your own risk—their privacy rules aren’t ours, so check their fine print.
10. How Long We Keep It
We hold your info only as long as needed—say, to answer your email or crunch analytics. After that, it’s gone, unless the law (like tax rules) says otherwise.
11. Updates to This Policy
We might tweak this as laws or our site evolve. Check back here—using DriveZA.net after changes means you’re cool with them. Last update: 11 March 2025.
12. Contact Us
Questions, requests, or just want to chat cars? Hit us at info@driveza.net. We’re here to help, no road rage required.
