POPIA Statement

Updated: 09 January 2024

This statement is in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act, 2013 (“POPIA”) and governs your interactions and business dealings with PASSANTBYTE (Pty) Ltd.

In this statement, “Third Parties” include, but are not limited to; Operators, shareholders, subsidiaries, affiliated companies or joint ventures, suppliers, and parties providing products, goods, equipment, systems, and services, such as information technology.

“Personal Information” refers to any information or set of information that identifies a person and is processed by or on behalf of PASSANTBYTE, as described in Chapter 1, section 1 of POPIA.

Processing of Customer Personal Information

PASSANTBYTE may process customer Personal Information on its systems only in accordance with POPIA, where it has consent from customers, is necessary for the conclusion or performance of a contract, is part of an obligation imposed by law, protects a legitimate interest of a customer, or is necessary for pursuing the legitimate interests of PASSANTBYTE or a Third Party.

Distribution of Personal Information to Third Parties

PASSANTBYTE may provide access or transfer Personal Information to Third Parties when necessary for its business activities with customers or as required by law. PASSANTBYTE commits to taking reasonable steps to ensure confidentiality and compliance with legal requirements when transferring Personal Information to Third Parties.

Personal Information will only be transferred to Third Parties in other jurisdictions if they comply with privacy, data protection, and confidentiality laws, policies, or agreements required by law.

PASSANTBYTE may disclose customers’ Personal Information to Third Party service providers with necessary consent or in line with the contract between PASSANTBYTE and the customer. Agreements will be in place to ensure compliance with confidentiality and privacy conditions.

Undertakings with Third Parties aim to establish a mutual understanding regarding the protection of Personal Information, and Third Parties will be required to comply with regulations similar to those imposed on PASSANTBYTE.

Receiving Personal Information as a Third Party

As a hosting service reseller and/or provider, PASSANTBYTE may collect Personal Information from Third Parties. PASSANTBYTE will process this information in compliance with its terms and conditions and legislative requirements.

In its capacity as a Third Party, PASSANTBYTE will adhere to all obligations outlined in POPIA.

For more information, refer to our terms and conditions on our website or contact our Information Officer for details.