Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy applies to all personal information processed by Hardt Consulting (Pty) Ltd in connection with our websites, consulting services, proposals, contracts, and related communications. It describes your rights as a data subject and our responsibilities as the responsible party under POPIA.

By interacting with us or using our services, you acknowledge the practices described in this Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use our services or provide personal information.

We collect personal information that is necessary to provide our services, manage relationships, and comply with legal obligations.

We collect information directly from you when you contact us, request proposals, enter into agreements, or otherwise communicate with us. We also collect information automatically through our website and may receive business contact information from third-party sources such as professional networks or referrals.

We process personal information only when we have a lawful basis to do so under POPIA and applicable laws.

We use personal information to deliver and manage our services, respond to enquiries, provide proposals, maintain contracts, and communicate about projects. We also use information to improve our services, ensure website security, and meet legal and accounting requirements.

We do not sell personal information. We may share information with trusted service providers who assist us with hosting, analytics, communications, or professional services, subject to confidentiality and security obligations. We may also disclose information where required by law, court order, or to protect our legal rights.

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes described in this Policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law or contract. When information is no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymize it.

POPIA provides data subjects with rights regarding their personal information. We respect these rights and respond to requests in accordance with applicable law.

POPIA requires us to designate an Information Officer responsible for compliance. Our Information Officer can be reached at info@hardtconsulting.co.za for privacy-related queries or requests.

We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect personal information from loss, misuse, unauthorized access, alteration, and destruction. These measures include access controls, encryption where appropriate, secure development practices, and supplier due diligence.

We may transfer personal information to service providers or partners outside South Africa where necessary for service delivery. Where such transfers occur, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place as required by POPIA and applicable laws.

We use essential cookies to operate our website and may use analytics cookies to understand usage patterns. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect site functionality.

We may send business-related communications about our services, events, or updates where permitted. You can opt out of marketing communications at any time by using the unsubscribe link or contacting us.

Our services are not directed to children under 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors. If you believe a child has provided personal information to us, please contact us so we can remove it.

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect legal, regulatory, or operational changes. We will post the revised policy on our website and update the last updated date. Material changes will be communicated where required.

If you have questions or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact our Information Officer at the details provided below.