Privacy Policy
At BC Consult, we value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your data in compliance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPI Act) of South Africa.
1. Data We Collect
We collect information you provide directly to us through our website contact forms, during initial consultations, and throughout our financial coaching engagements. This may include your name, contact details, financial records, and business objectives.
2. Legal Basis for Processing
We process your data primarily to fulfill our contractual obligations to you. We also process data based on your explicit consent, especially for marketing communications, and to comply with statutory legal requirements under South African law.
3. How We Use Your Data
Your data is used to provide tailored business consulting and financial coaching services. This includes performing market analysis, strategic planning, individual coaching sessions, and maintaining our business relationship with you.
4. Data Sharing & Transfers
We do not sell your personal data. We only share information with trusted third-party tools (like CRM or analytics providers) necessary for our operations. Any international data transfers are protected by strict security standards and legal agreements.
5. Data Security & Retention
We employ enterprise-grade security protocols to protect your data from unauthorized access. We retain your information only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined or as required by financial and corporate record-keeping laws.
6. Your Client Rights
Under the POPI Act, you have the right to access, correct, or request the deletion of your personal information. You may also object to the processing of your data or opt-out of marketing communications at any time by contacting us.
7. Cookies & Analytics
Our website uses cookies and analytics tools to improve your experience. These tools collect anonymized data about how you interact with our site, helping us refine our digital presence and provide more relevant content.
8. Contact Information
For any privacy-related queries or to exercise your rights, please reach out to our Information Officer at info@bc-consult.org or call us at +27 61 922 5118.