Privacy Policy
This website follows the voluntary privacy principles set out in the Electronic Communications and Transactions Act 25 of 2002. Personal information submitted to the site will only be used in accordance with this policy.
Definitions
- “This website” refers to https://www.truthpanther.co.za
- “Website owner” or “we” refers to Truth Panther Media
- “User” refers to anyone accessing or using any part of this website
Policy Status and Updates
This Privacy Policy forms part of the website’s Terms and Conditions. By using this site, you agree to comply with this Policy. If you do not accept it, please refrain from using the website.
The website owner reserves the right to amend this Privacy Policy at any time. Users are responsible for checking the current version whenever accessing the website. Continued use of the site after changes signifies acceptance of the updated Policy.
Collection of Personal Information
When users provide personal information such as name, address, email, phone number, or payment details through forms, subscriptions, or other interactions, the following rules apply:
- Only data necessary to provide services, content, updates, or engagement is collected.
- The reason for collecting information is clearly stated at the point of request.
- Information will not be used for purposes other than providing the services without prior consent or legal requirement.
- Personal data and its intended use are retained for one year from the last usage.
- Data will not be shared with third parties without prior written consent or legal obligation.
- When consented to, records are kept of what was shared, with whom, why, and when, for one year.
- Obsolete information is securely deleted.
- All collected data remains the property of the website owner.
- The website owner retains copyright and ownership of all user data databases.
- No credit card information is stored.
- Anonymous data may be compiled for statistics or trend analysis; such profiles cannot identify individual users.
Collection of Anonymous Data
The website may gather anonymous data using cookies and standard tracking tools to improve services, provide tailored content, and track site usage. Cookies cannot identify individual users.
Cookies allow the website to personalize content, advertising, and services. Third-party cookies may also be used for these purposes. Users may disable cookies via browser settings, but some features may be affected.
Access and Correction of Personal Data
Users can request corrections to personal information that is inaccurate or outdated. Requests should specify the incorrect information, the proposed correction, and the reason for the update.
Access to personal data may be requested under the Promotion of Access to Information Act No. 2 of 2000 (“PAIA”). Details about PAIA and the process for accessing data are available in the website owner’s PAIA Manual and on the South African Human Rights Commission website: https://www.sahrc.org.za/. PAIA can be viewed here.
Third-Party Websites
The website owner is not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party sites linked from this site. Users should review the privacy policies of any external sites before engaging with them.
Security
While reasonable measures are taken to protect submitted information, the website owner cannot be held responsible for any loss or damage resulting from unauthorized or accidental disclosure by staff or third parties.
Users are prohibited from sharing their username or password with anyone else.
Children’s Privacy
The website owner takes the privacy and safety of children seriously. Parents and guardians remain responsible for supervising their children and ensuring they are not exposed to inappropriate content.
Queries
Any questions regarding this Privacy Policy can be directed to info@truthpanther.co.za.
Date of Last Review: 02 November 2025
Prepared by: Digital Law Practitioner