Bondes VIP Club – Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 2 April 2025
Website: https://www.bondesvipclub.co.za
POPIA Compliant

Bondes VIP Club (“we”, “us”, “our”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, process, store, and disclose your data when you use our website, apply for membership, or interact with our services.

1. POPIA Compliance Statement

Bondes VIP Club complies with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA). We undertake to collect and process personal information lawfully and responsibly in accordance with the eight conditions for lawful processing.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide:

  • Full Name or Business Name
  • Contact Details (email, phone, address)
  • Business Registration Number (if applicable)
  • Website and Social Media Handles
  • Payment Information (via secure third-party platforms)
  • Any information submitted via forms or service portals

2.2 Automatically Collected Data:

  • IP address
  • Device/browser data
  • Operating system
  • Session statistics
  • Cookies and tracking technology (see Section 8)

3. Purpose of Collection

We collect and use your information to:

  • Evaluate membership applications
  • Provide marketing consultancy and advertising services
  • Create and maintain your member website
  • Deliver updates and service notifications
  • Fulfil legal obligations
  • Improve user experience on our platforms

We will not collect personal information beyond what is necessary for these purposes.

4. Consent

By submitting your personal information via our website or application form, you consent to the collection, processing, and storage of your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy and POPIA.

You may withdraw your consent at any time by contacting us (see Section 12). Please note, withdrawal of consent may affect our ability to provide services.

5. Sharing of Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data. Your information may be shared only with:

  • Internal team members for service delivery
  • Trusted third-party service providers under confidentiality agreements
  • Regulatory or legal authorities if required by law

6. Data Protection and Security

We implement appropriate safeguards, including:

  • SSL encryption across our website
  • Firewall-protected servers
  • Role-based access controls
  • Regular monitoring and system updates

However, no internet transmission or storage system can be guaranteed 100% secure.

7. Retention of Personal Information

We retain personal information for as long as:

  • You remain an active member
  • Required to provide you with services
  • Required by law for legal or financial records

Upon cancellation, we may anonymize or delete your data, unless retention is legally or contractually necessary.

8. Cookies and Tracking

Our website uses cookies and tracking technologies to:

  • Enhance user experience
  • Monitor website performance
  • Provide relevant marketing content

You can manage cookie settings via your browser. Disabling cookies may limit certain features.

9. Your Rights Under POPIA

You have the right to:

  • Access the personal information we hold
  • Request correction or deletion of inaccurate or outdated information
  • Object to certain types of processing
  • Withdraw previously given consent
  • Lodge a complaint with the Information Regulator

10. Third-Party Websites

Our platforms may link to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Please review their policies separately.

11. Children’s Privacy

Our services are intended for individuals 18 years and older. We do not knowingly collect data from minors.

12. Contacting Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or to exercise your rights under POPIA, please contact us:

Bondes VIP Club – Privacy Office
Email: info@bondesvipclub.co.za
Phone: 0615270829
Website: https://www.bondesvipclub.co.za

13. Complaints – Information Regulator (South Africa)

If you believe we have violated your data rights, you may contact:

Information Regulator (South Africa)
Website: https://www.inforegulator.org.za
Email: complaints.IR@justice.gov.za

14. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy at any time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Effective Date.” Continued use of our website or services constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.