POPIA Compliance
Daily Apple News Africa 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 we comply with POPIA and how you can exercise your rights as a data subject.
Scope and Applicability
POPIA applies to the processing of personal information by responsible parties operating in South Africa. While Daily Apple News Africa does not collect personal information through user registration or accounts, we may process limited personal data automatically through website analytics, server logs, and cookies to improve user experience and site functionality. This page outlines how we handle such data under POPIA.
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 personal information
- Right to request deletion of your personal information, where applicable
- Right to object to the processing of your personal information
- Right to be informed about how and why your information is processed
How We Comply
Daily Apple News Africa complies with POPIA by:
- Minimizing collection of personal information to only what is necessary for site functionality
- Using anonymized analytics to track general usage patterns
- Implementing technical and organizational measures to protect data from unauthorized access
- Ensuring third-party service providers (e.g., analytics platforms) are POPIA-compliant
- Not retaining personal information longer than necessary
Data We Process
The personal information we may process includes:
- IP addresses (anonymized where possible)
- Browser type and device information
- General geographic location (country-level only)
- Clickstream and page visit data via analytics cookies
We do not collect names, email addresses, phone numbers, or any other directly identifiable information unless voluntarily provided via contact forms.
Legal Basis for Processing
Our processing of personal information is based on our legitimate interest in providing and improving an informative, user-friendly news platform, while ensuring minimal data collection and respecting your privacy. We do not process sensitive personal information as defined under POPIA.
How to Exercise Your Rights
To exercise any of your rights under POPIA, please contact us at:
Email: [email protected]
Include your full name, contact details, and a clear description of your request. We may ask for additional information to verify your identity before processing your request.
Response Timeframes
We will respond to your request within 20 business days, as required by POPIA. If your request is complex or requires additional time, we will notify you within the initial 20-day period and provide an estimated response date.
No Discrimination Policy
You will not be denied access to our services, charged different rates, or receive inferior service because you exercised your rights under POPIA.
Updates and Changes
We may update this POPIA Compliance page from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. The most recent version will always be posted here with an updated effective date.
Contact Information
For any questions, requests, or complaints regarding your personal information under POPIA, please contact:
Eliza Thornwood
Standard Bank Centre
5 Adderley St
Cape Town City Centre
Cape Town, 8001
South Africa
Email: [email protected]
You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Regulator of South Africa if you believe your rights have been violated.