Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy explains how Public Price, Public Price Foundation, Public Price Africa, and associated platforms (“Public Price”, “we”, “us”, or “our”) collect, use, store, and protect personal information.

We are committed to protecting your privacy and complying with applicable data protection laws, including the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) of South Africa.

By using this website or any Public Price digital platform, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of personal information:

Full name, email address, phone number
Business or organisational details
Location and regional information
Website usage data and interactions
Information submitted through forms or applications

2. How We Collect Information

Information is collected when you:

Visit or interact with our website
Register for programs, platforms, or marketplaces
Submit enquiries, applications, or business listings
Engage with our digital services or partner platforms

3. Purpose of Collection

We collect personal information to:

Provide access to platforms, services, and opportunities
Facilitate local and continental trade engagement
Improve our website, systems, and user experience
Communicate updates, opportunities, and relevant information
Meet legal, regulatory, and governance obligations

4. Lawful Processing

Personal information is processed lawfully, fairly, and transparently, based on consent, contractual necessity, legitimate interest, or legal obligation.

5. Information Sharing

We may share information with trusted partners, service providers, and affiliated platforms such as ALTA and Public Price Africa, solely for operational and program-related purposes.

We do not sell personal information to third parties.

6. Third-Party Platforms

Public Price may link to or integrate third-party platforms and marketplaces. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of external websites.

Users are encouraged to review the privacy policies of third-party services.

7. Data Security

We implement reasonable technical and organisational safeguards to protect personal information against loss, misuse, unauthorised access, or disclosure.

8. Data Retention

Personal information is retained only for as long as necessary to fulfil its intended purpose or to meet legal and regulatory requirements.

9. Your Rights

You have the right to:

Access your personal information
Request correction or deletion
Withdraw consent where applicable
Object to certain types of processing

10. Cookies & Tracking

This website may use cookies or similar technologies to enhance user experience and collect usage data. You may control cookies through your browser settings.

11. Children’s Information

Public Price does not knowingly collect personal information from children without appropriate consent, in line with applicable laws.

12. Policy Updates

This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically. Continued use of the website indicates acceptance of the updated policy.

13. Contact

For privacy-related enquiries or requests, please contact Public Price through the official contact channels provided on this website.