Privacy Policy for the Alpvest Institute for Future Technology (AIFT).

Last Updated: 20 November 2024

The Alpvest Institute for Future Technology (AIFT) is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal information is collected, processed, and stored in compliance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA), 2013. This Privacy Policy outlines how we handle your personal information when you use our website.

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy explains:

What personal information we collect.

How we use, store, and protect your information.

Your rights under POPIA.

By using our website, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

2. What Information We Collect

We collect the following types of personal information:

Personal Identifiable Information (PII): Name, email address, phone number, or any other information you provide through forms or inquiries.

Usage Information: IP addresses, browser type, operating system, and browsing behaviour collected via cookies and similar technologies.

Payment Information: For any transactions, we collect payment details securely.

3. Purpose of Collecting Information

We collect personal information for the following purposes:

To provide information about our programs, courses, and services.

To respond to your inquiries and requests.

To manage registrations, enrolments, or event participation.

To improve the user experience on our website.

To comply with legal and regulatory requirements.

4. Lawful Basis for Processing Information

We process personal information in accordance with the lawful grounds set out in POPIA, including:

Consent: You have given clear consent for us to process your personal information.

Contract: The processing is necessary for a contract you have with us.

Legal Obligation: Compliance with legal requirements.

Legitimate Interest: Where processing is necessary for our legitimate interests, provided your rights do not override these interests.

5. How We Protect Your Information

We take all reasonable and appropriate measures to secure your personal information from unauthorised access, use, or disclosure. These measures include:

Data encryption.

Secure servers and firewalls.

Regular monitoring of our systems for vulnerabilities.

6. Sharing Your Information

We will not sell or disclose your personal information to third parties, except in the following circumstances:

When required by law or legal processes.

With service providers or partners who assist us in delivering our services (e.g., payment processors or IT support). These parties are bound by confidentiality agreements.

To protect our legal rights or prevent harm.

7. Your Rights Under POPIA

Under POPIA, you have the following rights:

Right to Access: You may request access to the personal information we hold about you.

Right to Rectification: You may request that we correct or update inaccurate or incomplete information.

Right to Erasure (Right to be Forgotten): You may request that we delete your personal information, subject to certain legal or contractual obligations.

Right to Object: You may object to the processing of your information based on legitimate interest or direct marketing.

Right to Data Portability: You may request a copy of your information in a structured, machine-readable format.

Right to Withdraw Consent: You may withdraw your consent at any time, without affecting the lawfulness of processing based on consent before its withdrawal.

To exercise your rights, contact us at the details provided below.

8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience and collect usage data. You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings.

9. Data Retention

We will only retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or comply with legal obligations.

10. International Data Transfers

If we transfer your personal information outside of South Africa, we will ensure that the recipient country has adequate data protection standards, as required by POPIA.

11. Updates to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with a revised "Last Updated" date.

12. Contact Information

For questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact:

Alpvest Institute for Future Technology

Email: info@aift.co.za

Phone: 0861 819 266

Address: 44 Joe Slovo Durban Central, Durban, 4000

If you believe that we have not complied with POPIA, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Regulator of South Africa.

Information Regulator Contact Details:

Email: complaints.IR@justice.gov.za

Phone: 012 406 4818

By continuing to use our website, you confirm that you understand and agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy.