Privacy Policy

Last Updated: October 20, 2024

At Check Sassa, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal information is handled with care. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your data when you visit our website.

By using our site, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy. If you have any questions, feel free to contact us.

Information We Collect

We collect two types of information:

  1. Personal Information: This includes details like your name, contact information, and South African ID number when you voluntarily provide it through forms or direct contact.
  2. Usage Information: We automatically collect data such as your IP address, browser type, and how you interact with our website. This helps us improve your experience and optimize our site.

How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Provide Services: This includes helping you check your SASSA status, grant payment dates, or balance.
  • Improve the Website: Usage data helps us understand how visitors interact with our site so we can enhance functionality and user experience.
  • Communicate: We may send you updates related to our services or respond to your inquiries.
  • Legal Compliance: In some cases, we may process your data to meet legal obligations or protect our rights.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to track your activity on our website. This helps personalize your experience and analyze site performance. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings at any time.

Data Security

We take data protection seriously and use various measures to secure your personal information. While no system can guarantee complete security, we strive to ensure your data is as safe as possible.

Sharing Your Information

We do not sell or rent your personal information. We only share data with third parties when it’s necessary to provide our services (e.g., payment providers) or when required by law.

Third-Party Services

Our website may contain links to third-party websites or advertisements that use cookies and other technologies to collect information. We do not control these third parties and recommend you review their privacy policies.

Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access: Request a copy of your personal data.
  • Correction: Correct inaccurate or incomplete information.
  • Deletion: Ask us to delete your data in certain situations.
  • Data Portability: Receive your data in a portable format.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted here, and your continued use of the site will indicate acceptance of the updated terms.