AZ Events – Privacy Policy & POPIA Compliance

1. Introduction

AZ Events is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal information is collected and used properly, lawfully, and transparently in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) of South Africa.

By using our website and services, you agree to the collection and use of your information as outlined in this policy.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect and process the following personal information:

  • Full name and surname
  • Contact details (email address, phone number)
  • Billing and payment information
  • Event registration details
  • Any information you voluntarily provide to us

3. How We Use Your Information

Your information is collected to:

  • Process bookings and payments
  • Confirm event registrations
  • Communicate important event updates
  • Provide customer support
  • Improve our services and website functionality

We will never sell or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes without your consent.

4. Sharing of Information

We may share your information only when necessary with:

  • Event organizers (for events you book or host)
  • Payment service providers (to process transactions securely)
  • Service providers who assist in operating our website

All third parties are required to respect the confidentiality of your information.

5. Data Protection & Security

We take reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information from:

  • Loss
  • Unauthorized access
  • Misuse or disclosure

However, no online system is completely secure, and users share information at their own risk.

6. Your Rights (POPIA)

In terms of POPIA, you have the right to:

  • Access the personal information we hold about you
  • Request correction or deletion of your information
  • Object to the processing of your data
  • Withdraw consent at any time

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the details below.

7. Cookies & Website Tracking

Our website may use cookies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies help us understand user behavior and improve functionality.

You may disable cookies in your browser settings if you prefer.

8. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to:

  • Fulfill the purpose it was collected for
  • Comply with legal and regulatory requirements

9. Updates to This Policy

AZ Events reserves the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes will be posted on our website.

10. Contact Information

If you have any questions or concerns about this policy or your personal information, please contact us at: azevents@consultant.com