Privacy Policy Effective Date: 7 June 2026
The Strauss Standard is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and safeguard your information in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act 4 of 2013 (POPIA).
1. Information We Collect
We may collect personal information you voluntarily provide, including your name and email address when subscribing to our newsletter or downloading resources. We also collect standard usage data such as IP address, browser type, pages visited, and time spent on our website, as well as cookies to enhance your experience.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to deliver and improve our services, communicate with you, send marketing emails where you have provided consent, process transactions, and ensure the security of our website.
3. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information. We may share data with trusted third-party service providers — such as email marketing platforms and payment processors — who assist us in operating our business. These parties are required to handle your information confidentially and in compliance with applicable law.
4. Data Retention
We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purpose for which it was collected, or as required by law. Email subscribers who have not engaged with our communications for an extended period may be removed from our list. You may request deletion of your data at any time.
5. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal information, including encryption, access controls, and secure hosting. While we take reasonable precautions, no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure.
6. Your Rights
Under POPIA, you have the right to access, correct, or delete the personal information we hold about you, withdraw consent for marketing communications at any time, and lodge a complaint with the Information Regulator of South Africa if you believe your rights have been violated.Information Regulator contact details: Website: www.inforegulator.org.za Email: [email protected]
7. Cookies
Our website uses cookies to improve functionality and track usage. You may disable cookies through your browser settings, though this may affect certain features of the website.
8. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those websites.
9. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The effective date at the top of this page will reflect the most recent revision. Continued use of our website following any changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
10. Contact Us
For any privacy-related questions, requests, or complaints, contact us at: [email protected]