Our Privacy Policy
EIFSA Privacy Policy
Effective Date: 01 November 2025
At the Economic Intervention Forum, South Africa (EIFSA), we value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your data when you engage with our website, programs, and donation platform.
1. Personal Information Collection
- We collect personal details such as your name, email address, phone number, and donation history when you sign up, donate, or contact us. This helps us provide services, issue receipts, and keep you informed about our impact and initiatives.
2. Purpose of Data Use
- Your data is used to process donations, respond to inquiries, send updates, and improve our services. We may also use anonymized data for reporting, research, and strategic planning to better serve our community.
3. Donation Security
- All donations are processed via secure, PCI-compliant third-party platforms. EIFSA does not store your card or banking details. We prioritize your safety and ensure that your financial contributions are handled with care.
4. Email Communication
- By donating or subscribing, you agree to receive updates, newsletters, and impact reports. You can opt out at any time using the unsubscribe link in our emails or by contacting us directly.
5. Third-Party Services
- We may share your data with trusted service providers (e.g., payment processors, email platforms) solely for operational purposes. These partners are required to protect your data and use it only as instructed.
6. Cookies & Tracking
- Our website uses cookies to enhance your experience, analyze traffic, and personalize content. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings or opt out of non-essential tracking.
7. Data Retention
- We retain your personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law. When no longer needed, your data is securely deleted or anonymized.
8. Your Rights
- You have the right to access, correct, or delete your personal information. You may also request restrictions on processing or object to certain uses of your data under applicable laws.
9. Children’s Privacy
- EIFSA does not knowingly collect personal data from children under 13. If we become aware of such data, we will delete it promptly and take appropriate steps to ensure compliance.
10. Data Transfers
- While EIFSA operates in South Africa, some service providers may be located internationally. We ensure that any cross-border data transfers comply with POPIA and other relevant data protection laws.
11. Legal Compliance
- We may disclose your information if required by law, court order, or to protect our legal rights. We will notify you of such disclosures unless prohibited by law.
12. Data Retention
- We retain your personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law. When no longer needed, your data is securely deleted or anonymized.
13. Policy Updates
- We may revise this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with a new effective date. Continued use of our services indicates your acceptance of the updated terms.
- If you have any questions regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
- +27 84 643 7414
- info@eifsa.org.za