🔒 Privacy Policy
Modular Container Solutions (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting the privacy and security of your personal information. This policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your data in accordance with the South African Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA).
1. Information We Collect
We collect information that identifies you as an individual or a legal entity, including:
- Contact Details: Name, email address, phone number, and physical delivery address.
- Financial Information: VAT numbers and banking details for EFT payments and invoicing.
- Technical Data: IP addresses, browser type, and usage patterns via cookies (for website optimization).
- Site Data: Photos or descriptions of your delivery site to assess crane access.
2. How We Use Your Information
We process your personal information only for the following purposes:
- To provide quotations and fulfill your orders.
- To coordinate delivery and crane rigging at your specific location.
- To comply with South African tax laws (SARS requirements).
- To send project updates or respond to customer service inquiries.
- Marketing: We will only send marketing emails if you have explicitly “opted-in.” You can unsubscribe at any time.
3. Disclosure to Third Parties
We do not sell your data. However, we share necessary information with:
- Logistics Partners: Third-party trucking and crane companies require your address and contact number to deliver your unit.
- Payment Processors: Secure gateways for processing transactions.
- Professional Advisors: Auditors or legal counsel where required by law.
4. Data Security
In line with Condition 7 of POPIA, we implement “appropriate, reasonable technical and organizational measures” to secure your data. This includes:
- SSL encryption on our website.
- Secure, password-protected cloud storage for project files.
- Restricted access to personal data to only those employees who need it to perform their jobs.
5. Your Rights (Data Subject Participation)
Under POPIA, you have the right to:
- Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.
- Correction: Request that we update or correct inaccurate data.
- Deletion: Request that we delete your data (subject to legal retention requirements, such as tax records).
- Objection: Object to the processing of your data for direct marketing.
6. Cookies
Our website uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings. Using our site implies consent to essential cookies required for functionality.
7. Contact Our Information Officer
If you have questions about this policy or wish to exercise your data rights, please contact our designated Information Officer:
Physical Address: Micro Industries Beaconway, D3, Beacon Way, Parow, Cape Town, 7500
Website: modularcontainersolutions.co.za
Email: sales@modularcontainersolutions.co.za