Privacy Policy
Introduction & Information we Collect
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, share, and protect your personal information when you visit or use our website. We are committed to complying with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) of South Africa.
By using this website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
We may collect the following information:
2.1 Personal Information You Provide
Name and surname
Email address
Contact number
Physical or postal address
Payment details (processed securely by third-party gateways)
Any information submitted via forms, bookings, or enquiries
2.2 Automatically Collected Information
When you use our website, we may automatically collect:
IP address
Browser type and version
Device information
Pages viewed and time spent on the site
Cookies and tracking data
How we use your information & Legal Basis for processing
We use your information to:
Respond to enquiries
Process bookings, purchases, or service requests
Improve our website and services
Send updates, promotions, or newsletters (only with consent)
Maintain internal records
Comply with legal obligations
We never sell your personal information.
We process your information using one or more of the following legal bases:
Your consent
To perform a contract or deliver a service
To comply with the law
To pursue our legitimate business interests, while protecting your privacy rights
Cookies
Sharing of Information
Data Storage & security
Your Rights
Retention of Information Third-party links
Children's Privacy
Changes to the policy and Contact us.
Cookies
Our website uses cookies to enhance user experience and analyse site traffic.
You may disable cookies in your browser, but some features of the website may not work correctly.
Sharing of Information
We may share your information with:
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Service providers (e.g., hosting partners, payment processors)
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Law enforcement or regulatory authorities when required
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Third parties assisting with marketing (only with consent)
We ensure all third-party partners comply with POPIA and protect your information.
Data Storage & Security
We take reasonable and industry-standard measures to protect your information from:
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Loss
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Misuse
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Unauthorised access
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Disclosure
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Alteration
Information is stored securely on encrypted servers or trusted service providers.
Your Rights Under POPIA
You have the right to:
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Access the personal information we hold about you
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Request corrections to inaccurate information
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Ask us to delete your information (where legally possible)
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Withdraw consent at any time
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Object to certain types of processing
To exercise these rights, contact us using the details below.
Retention of Information
We retain personal information only for as long as:
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It is necessary for the purpose it was collected, or
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We are legally required to do so
After that, data is securely deleted or anonymised.
Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to other sites.
We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of external websites.
Children’s Privacy
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18 without parental consent.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this policy from time to time. The latest version will always be available on this page.
Contact Us
For questions, requests, or complaints related to privacy and POPIA compliance, contact:
Email: info@clc-church.co.za
Phone: 066 319 5174