Privacy Policy
1. Introduction Welcome to Around About Cars. Your privacy is important to us, and we are committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and share your information when you visit our website, make a booking, or use our services. This policy is aligned with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) of South Africa.
2. Information We Collect We may collect the following types of personal information: • Full name • Contact information (email, phone number, address) • Identification documents (driver’s license or ID number) • Payment information (credit/debit card details) • Booking and rental details • IP address and browsing data (via cookies)
3. How We Collect Information Your data may be collected in the following ways: • When you submit forms on our website • Through booking confirmations and communication with our team • Automatically through your use of our website (cookies and tracking tools)
4. Use of Personal Information We use your information for the following purposes: • To process and manage bookings and rentals • To communicate with you about your rental or inquiry • To provide customer support • To improve our website and customer experience • For legal, regulatory, or fraud prevention purposes
5. Sharing of Personal Information We may share your personal data with: • Car rental suppliers and service providers • Payment processing providers • Regulatory or law enforcement authorities if required We ensure that all third parties respect the security of your personal data and comply with relevant data protection laws.
6. Data Retention We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected, including any legal, accounting, or reporting requirements.
7. Security Measures We implement appropriate security measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These include encryption, secure servers, and restricted access.
8. Your Rights Under POPIA, you have the right to: • Access the personal data we hold about you • Request correction or deletion of your data • Object to or limit our use of your data • Withdraw consent for processing your data (where applicable)
9. Cookies Our website uses cookies to improve your browsing experience. You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings.
10. Governing Laws and Jurisdiction This Privacy Policy is governed by the laws of the Republic of South Africa. Any disputes shall be subject to the jurisdiction of South African courts.
11. Contact Us If you have any questions or concerns about this policy or the handling of your personal data, please contact: Around About Cars Email: info@aroundaboutcars.com Phone: 084 422 4022