Legal Document
PRIVACY POLICY
PRIVACY POLICY NEXT GENETICS ONLINE --- 1. INTRODUCTION 1.1 This Privacy Policy explains how NEXT GENETICS DORPERS (PTY) LTD ( “online”, “Platform”, “we”, “us”, “our”) collects, uses, processes, and protects personal information. 1.2 This Policy is compliant with the Protection of Personal Information Act, 4 of 2013 (“POPIA”). 1.3 By using the Platform, you consent to the processing of your personal information as described herein. --- 2. DEFINITIONS 2.1 “Personal Information” has the meaning assigned under POPIA. 2.2 “Data Subject” means any natural or juristic person to whom personal information relates. 2.3 “Processing” includes collection, storage, use, sharing, and deletion of personal information. --- 3. RESPONSIBLE PARTY 3.1 NEXT GENETICS DORPERS (PTY) LTD is the Responsible Party for purposes of POPIA. 3.2 Contact details: NEXT GENETICS DORPERS (PTY) LTD 2026/181336/07 250 Milner Street, Waterkloof, Pretoria, Gauteng, 0181 info@nextgeneticsza.co.za --- 4. INFORMATION OFFICER 4.1 The Platform has appointed an Information Officer responsible for POPIA compliance. 4.2 Contact details: Christo Anton Johan Dreyer christo@toothlessholdings.co.za --- 5. PERSONAL INFORMATION COLLECTED We may collect and process the following categories of personal information: 5.1 **Identity Information** * Full names * ID numbers * Company registration details 5.2 **Contact Information** * Email address * Phone number * Physical address 5.3 **Business Information** * Farm details * Trading activities * Livestock ownership details 5.4 **Financial Information** * Payment details * Transaction history 5.5 **Verification Documentation** * Identification documents * Compliance certificates 5.6 **Technical Information** * IP addresses * Device information * Usage data 5.7 **Communication Data** * Messages between users * Support communications --- 6. PURPOSE OF PROCESSING Personal information is processed for: 6.1 User registration and verification 6.2 Facilitating transactions (including auctions and sales) 6.3 Processing payments and commissions 6.4 Monitoring platform activity for compliance and fraud prevention 6.5 Providing customer support 6.6 Legal and regulatory compliance 6.7 Improving platform functionality --- 7. LAWFUL BASIS FOR PROCESSING Processing is based on: 7.1 Consent of the Data Subject 7.2 Performance of a contract 7.3 Compliance with legal obligations 7.4 Legitimate interests of the Platform --- 8. MONITORING OF COMMUNICATIONS 8.1 Users acknowledge and consent that: * Communications on the Platform may be monitored * Messages may be stored and reviewed 8.2 Monitoring is conducted for: * Fraud prevention * Compliance enforcement * Dispute resolution --- 9. SHARING OF PERSONAL INFORMATION We may share personal information with: 9.1 Payment providers 9.2 Logistics and transport providers 9.3 Verification and compliance service providers 9.4 Law enforcement and regulatory authorities 9.5 Third-party service providers (hosting, analytics, etc.) All such parties are required to maintain appropriate confidentiality and security measures. --- 10. CROSS-BORDER TRANSFERS 10.1 Personal information may be stored or processed outside South Africa. 10.2 Such transfers will occur only where: * Adequate protection is ensured, or * Appropriate contractual safeguards are in place --- 11. DATA SECURITY 11.1 We implement reasonable technical and organisational measures, including: * Encryption * Access controls * Monitoring systems 11.2 Despite these measures, no system is completely secure. --- 12. DATA RETENTION 12.1 Personal information is retained: * For as long as necessary to fulfil purposes * As required by law 12.2 Data may be retained for: * Legal compliance * Fraud prevention * Record-keeping --- 13. DATA SUBJECT RIGHTS Data Subjects have the right to: 13.1 Access their personal information 13.2 Request correction or deletion 13.3 Object to processing 13.4 Withdraw consent (where applicable) 13.5 Lodge complaints with the Information Regulator --- 14. DIRECT MARKETING 14.1 Direct marketing will only occur: * With consent, or * Where legally permitted 14.2 Users may opt out at any time. --- 15. COOKIES AND TRACKING 15.1 The Platform uses cookies and similar technologies. 15.2 These are used to: * Enhance user experience * Analyse usage * Maintain sessions 15.3 Users can control cookies via browser settings. --- 16. THIRD-PARTY LINKS 16.1 The Platform may contain links to third-party websites. 16.2 We are not responsible for their privacy practices. --- 17. BREACH NOTIFICATION 17.1 In the event of a data breach: * Affected users may be notified * The Information Regulator may be informed As required by POPIA. --- 18. CHILDREN’S INFORMATION 18.1 The Platform is not intended for use by minors without consent. 18.2 We do not knowingly collect data from minors unlawfully. --- 19. AMENDMENTS 19.1 This Policy may be updated from time to time. 19.2 Continued use of the Platform constitutes acceptance of changes. --- 20. GOVERNING LAW This Policy is governed by the laws of the Republic of South Africa. --- 21. CONTACT DETAILS NEXT GENETICS DORPERS (PTY) LTD 2026/181336/07 250 Milner Street, Waterkloof, Pretoria, Gauteng, 0181 info@nextgeneticsza.co.za --- 22. COMPLAINTS Users may lodge complaints with: The Information Regulator (South Africa) https://inforegulator.org.za/ 📞 Toll Free :0800 017 160 📞 Landline :010 023 5200 📧 enquiries@inforegulator.org.za 📧 POPIAComplaints@inforegulator.org.za --- END OF DOCUMENT