📅 Last Updated: December 2024

Howzit Portal ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and protect your information when you use our services.

📋 Table of Contents

• 1. Information We Collect
• 2. How We Use Your Information
• 3. Information Sharing
• 4. Data Security
• 5. Your Privacy Rights
• 6. Cookies and Tracking
• 7. Third-Party Services
• 8. Contact Us

1. Information We Collect

Personal Information

• Name, email address, phone number
• Date of birth, gender, location
• Profile information and preferences
• Payment information (encrypted and secure)

Usage Information

• How you interact with our services
• Pages visited and time spent
• Search queries and preferences
• Device and browser information

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Provide and maintain our services
• Process transactions and send confirmations
• Communicate with you about your account
• Personalize your experience
• Improve our services and develop new features
• Respond to your inquiries and provide support
• Send you updates, newsletters, and marketing (with consent)

3. Information Sharing

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share information only in the following circumstances:

• With Your Consent: When you explicitly authorize us to share
• Service Providers: With trusted third parties who help operate our services
• Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
• Business Transfers: In connection with mergers, acquisitions, or asset sales

4. Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your information:

• SSL encryption for all data transmissions
• Secure servers and firewalls
• Regular security audits and updates
• Access controls and authentication
• Employee training on data protection

5. Your Privacy Rights

You have the right to:

• Access and update your personal information
• Delete your account and data
• Opt-out of marketing communications
• Request a copy of your data
• Restrict processing of your information
• Lodge a complaint with data protection authorities

6. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Remember your preferences and settings
• Provide personalized content
• Analyze website traffic and usage
• Improve our services

You can control cookies through your browser settings.

7. Third-Party Services

Our website may contain links to third-party websites and services. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Please review their privacy policies before providing any information.

8. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

• Email: privacy@howzitportal.co.za
• Phone: +27 11 123 4567
• Address: 123 Business Avenue, Midrand, Johannesburg, 1685