POPIA Compliance
Desert Rose Daily is committed to protecting your personal information in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act, No. 4 of 2013 (POPIA), South Africa’s primary data protection law. This page explains how POPIA applies to our informational website and outlines your rights as a data subject.
Scope and Applicability
Although Desert Rose Daily does not require user registration or maintain a database of personal information, we may automatically collect limited data through website analytics, server logs, and cookies to understand site usage and improve content delivery. This activity falls under POPIA’s scope when such data can identify an individual, directly or indirectly.
Your Rights Under POPIA
As a data subject, you have the following rights under POPIA:
- Right to access your personal information held by us
- Right to request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
- Right to request deletion of your personal information
- Right to object to processing of your data for direct marketing
- Right to be informed about how and why your data is processed
How We Comply
We comply with POPIA by:
- Collecting only data necessary for site functionality and analytics
- Not storing personal information in identifiable databases
- Using anonymized analytics tools where possible
- Implementing technical safeguards to protect data during transmission
- Reviewing data practices annually to ensure ongoing compliance
Data We Process
The personal information we may process includes:
- IP addresses (anonymized where feasible)
- Browser type and device information
- Pages visited and time spent on site
- Cookie identifiers (for session and preference tracking)
This data is not linked to names, email addresses, or other direct identifiers unless voluntarily provided via contact forms.
Legal Basis for Processing
Our processing of personal information is based on legitimate interest under POPIA Section 11(1)(d), as it enables us to improve website performance, ensure content relevance, and maintain operational security. We do not engage in automated decision-making or profiling.
How to Exercise Your Rights
To exercise any of your POPIA rights, please contact us directly at:
Include your full name, contact details, and a clear description of your request. We may ask for additional information to verify your identity.
Response Timeframes
We will respond to your request within 20 business days as required by POPIA. If we need more time, we will notify you in writing with reasons for the delay.
No Discrimination Policy
Desert Rose Daily does not and will not discriminate against you for exercising your rights under POPIA. You will not be denied access to content, services, or features because you have requested access to, correction of, or deletion of your personal information.
Updates and Changes
We may update this POPIA Compliance page periodically to reflect changes in law or our practices. Any material changes will be posted here with an updated effective date.
Contact Information
For questions, requests, or complaints regarding your personal information under POPIA, please contact:
Griffin Mbaye
Two Oceans Aquarium
Dock Road
V&A Waterfront
Cape Town, 8001
South Africa
Email: [email protected]
You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Regulator of South Africa: www.justice.gov.za/inforeg.
