Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 03/03/25
Last Updated: 03/03/25

At Students for a Better Future ("we," "our," "us"), we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting the personal data of visitors to our website https://www.studentsforabetterfuture.co.za ("Website").

This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your personal information in compliance with applicable privacy laws, including the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) of South Africa and, where relevant, the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

1. Who We Are

Our website address is https://www.studentsforabetterfuture.co.za. We are an organization dedicated to equipping high potential children with the resilience, skills and confidence they need to excel throughout high school and university all the way to landing their first job. From thousands of applications, 60 scholars enter our community every year.

For any privacy-related inquiries, you can contact us at:📧 Email: shilder@thesbf.co.za📍 Address: 6th floor, Letterstedt House, Newlands on Main, Newlands, 7700, Cape Town, South Africa

2. Information We Collect

We collect and process personal data when you interact with our website. This may include:

2.1 Information You Provide Directly

• Contact Information: When you fill out forms, register, subscribe to newsletters, or communicate with us, we may collect your name, email address, phone number, and other details you provide.
• Comments & User Content: When you leave comments, we collect the data in the comment form, along with your IP address and browser details to prevent spam.

2.2 Information We Collect Automatically

• Cookies & Tracking Data: We use cookies to improve user experience (see Section 5).
• Analytics Data: We may collect non-identifiable information such as pages visited, time spent on the website, and device/browser details for analytical purposes.

2.3 Embedded Content from Other Websites

Articles or pages on our website may include embedded content (e.g., videos, social media posts, articles, etc.). Embedded content behaves as if you visited the other website, meaning those sites may collect data about you, use cookies, and monitor interactions.

3. How We Use Your Data

We use your data for the following purposes:

✅ To respond to inquiries and provide requested services.
✅ To improve and personalize the website experience.
✅ To send newsletters or updates (if opted-in).
✅ To analyze website performance and user engagement.
✅ To prevent spam, fraud, and security threats.

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties.

4. Who We Share Your Data With

We only share personal data in limited circumstances:

• Service Providers & Third Parties: If required, we may use trusted third-party services (e.g., website hosting, analytics, email marketing) that process your data under strict confidentiality agreements.
• Legal Requirements: If mandated by law, we may disclose your data to comply with legal obligations or protect our rights.
• Spam Protection: Visitor comments may be checked through an automated spam detection service.

5. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve user experience.

5.1 What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help websites function efficiently.

5.2 Types of Cookies We Use

• Essential Cookies: Necessary for core website functionality (e.g., login, security).
• Analytics Cookies: Help us track website usage and improve performance (e.g., Google Analytics).
• Preference Cookies: Store user preferences for future visits.

5.3 Managing Cookies

You can manage or delete cookies via your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may impact website functionality.

6. How Long We Retain Your Data

• If you leave a comment, we retain the comment and its metadata indefinitely to recognize and approve follow-up comments automatically.
• If you register on our website, we store your user profile data. You can edit or delete your information at any time.
• Other personal data is kept only as long as necessary for the purposes stated in this policy.

7. Your Rights Over Your Data

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the following rights regarding your personal data:

🔹 Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
🔹 Correction: Ask us to update or correct inaccuracies.
🔹 Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data (except for data we are legally required to retain).
🔹 Objection: Object to processing based on legitimate interests.
🔹 Withdraw Consent: Opt out of marketing communications at any time.

To exercise these rights, contact us at shilder@thesbf.co.za

8. Data Security Measures

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data, including:

🔒 Secure servers and encrypted communication protocols (e.g., SSL).
🔒 Access controls and authentication mechanisms.
🔒 Regular security updates and vulnerability assessments.

While we take reasonable precautions, no online system is 100% secure. Users should also take steps to protect their data, such as using strong passwords.

9. Data Transfers & International Compliance

If you are accessing this website outside of South Africa, be aware that your data may be transferred to and processed in South Africa, where privacy laws may differ from your country’s regulations.

10. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party sites. This Privacy Policy does not apply to those websites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any external sites you visit.

11. Updates to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any significant changes will be communicated through a notice on our website.

Last updated: 03/03/25

12. Contact Information

For questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, contact us at:

📧 Email: shilder@thesbf.co.za
📍 Address: 6th floor, Letterstedt House, Newlands on Main, Newlands, 7700, Cape Town, South Africa