Amecon ("we," "our," or "us") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you visit or use our website, https://amecon.co.za (the “Site”), and any related services.

By using our Site, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use our Site.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

1.1 Personal Information You Provide

• Name, surname, and contact details (email address, phone number).

• Company or organisation name (if applicable).

• Any information submitted through contact forms, quote requests, or account registration.

1.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our Site, we may automatically collect:

• IP address.

• Browser type and version.

• Device type and operating system.

• Pages you visit and the time spent on them.

• Referring website or search query.

1.3 Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to improve user experience, analyse website traffic, and personalise content. You can control cookies through your browser settings.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• To respond to your enquiries or requests.

• To process service requests or transactions.

• To improve our Site and services.

• To send updates, marketing, or promotional communications (only with your consent).

• To comply with legal obligations.

3. Legal Basis for Processing (POPIA & GDPR)

We process your personal information based on:

• Your consent (e.g., subscribing to our newsletter).

• Contractual necessity (e.g., fulfilling a service request).

• Legitimate interests (e.g., improving our Site and services).

• Legal compliance (e.g., responding to lawful requests).

4. Sharing Your Information

We will not sell or rent your personal information. We may share it with:

• Service providers who assist us with operations (e.g., hosting, analytics, payment processing).

• Legal authorities when required by law.

• Business transfers if Amecon is merged, acquired, or sold.

5. Data Storage and Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your personal information from loss, misuse, and unauthorised access. However, no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Your Rights

Under POPIA, GDPR, and similar laws, you have the right to:

• Access the personal information we hold about you.

• Request correction or deletion of your personal information.

• Withdraw consent for certain processing activities.

• Object to the processing of your data in certain circumstances.

• Request data portability (where applicable).

To exercise your rights, contact us at: info@amecon.co.za

7. Data Retention

We keep personal information only for as long as necessary for the purposes described in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law.

8. Third-Party Links

Our Site may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of such sites.

9. International Data Transfers

If we transfer your personal information outside of South Africa, we will ensure adequate safeguards are in place to protect your data.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with the updated effective date.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:
Amecon
Email: info@amecon.co.za
Phone: 010 016 6892
Website: https://amecon.co.za