STC™ Website Privacy Policy
This Privacy Policy explains how Start The Conversation™ (STC) collects, uses, and protects your personal information.
1. Information STC™ Collects and Receives
STC™ collects and receives information about you in the following ways:
- Information you supply us
- Information we collect when you use our website or social media platforms
- Information from third-party sources
2. Information You Supply STC™
STC™ collects personal information that you provide directly, including:
- When signing up for STC™ services
- Filling in forms on our website
- Participating in surveys, promotions, or competitions
- Posting content on our social media pages
- Registering for events
When registering for STC™ services, you may be required to provide:
- Name and surname
- Contact number and email address
- Physical address
- Identity or passport number
- Date of birth
3. Information Collected via Website or Social Media
STC™ collects information through cookies, web beacons, and other technologies, including:
- Log information
- Usage data based on interaction with our services
- Device and browser details
- Location information
4. Information from Third-Party Sources
STC™ may receive publicly or commercially available information about you and combine it with existing records.
5. How STC™ Uses the Collected Information
STC™ uses your information to:
- Provide requested information, products, or services
- Refer you to third-party service providers
- Communicate with you
- Offer support
- Deliver relevant advertising and special offers
6. Sharing of Information
STC™ does not sell personal data but may share it in the following cases:
- With STC™ employees and service providers
- With business partners for non-personal data insights
- For legal compliance or protection of rights
- With consent, for marketing purposes
7. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Opt out of marketing communications
- Reject cookies via browser settings
- Request corrections to inaccurate personal data
8. Data Retention
STC™ retains your data only as long as necessary for operational, legal, and regulatory purposes.
9. Security of Information
STC™ implements reasonable safeguards to protect your data but cannot guarantee absolute security.
10. Data Transfers
STC™ may transfer your data to secure locations outside South Africa, complying with relevant regulations.
11. External Links
STC™ website may contain links to third-party sites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices.
12. Policy Updates
We may update this policy periodically. Any changes will be posted on our website.
13. Access to Your Information
You may request:
- Confirmation of data held
- Access to your data
- Details of third-party disclosures
- Corrections or deletions
For such requests, contact: info@stc.org.za