Privacy Policy
Effective Date: [2025/05/14] At MetroBiz (www.metrobiz.co.za), your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information when you use our website and services. By using MetroBiz, you agree to the practices described in this policy.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
a. Personal Information
When you register a business, contact us, or fill out forms, we may collect:
b. Non-Personal Information
We may also collect non-identifiable data such as:
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
3. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell your personal information. We may share your data with:
Effective Date: [2025/05/14] At MetroBiz (www.metrobiz.co.za), your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information when you use our website and services. By using MetroBiz, you agree to the practices described in this policy.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
a. Personal Information
When you register a business, contact us, or fill out forms, we may collect:
- Full name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Business details (name, address, description, etc.)
- Billing or payment information (where applicable)
b. Non-Personal Information
We may also collect non-identifiable data such as:
- IP address
- Browser type
- Device information
- Usage data (pages visited, time spent, clicks)
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Create and manage your business listing or user account
- Respond to your inquiries and provide customer support
- Improve website functionality and user experience
- Send service-related announcements and marketing communications (you may opt-out)
- Enforce our Terms of Service and comply with legal obligations
3. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell your personal information. We may share your data with:
- Service providers or third parties who assist in operating the site (e.g., hosting, analytics)
- Law enforcement or government authorities if required by law
- In case of a business transfer or acquisition, your data may be transferred to the new entity
4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
MetroBiz uses cookies to enhance user experience, remember preferences, and collect usage data. You can disable cookies through your browser settings, but this may affect functionality.
MetroBiz uses cookies to enhance user experience, remember preferences, and collect usage data. You can disable cookies through your browser settings, but this may affect functionality.
5. Data Security
We implement reasonable security measures to protect your data from unauthorized access or misuse. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.
6. Your Rights and Choices
You have the right to:
- Access, update, or delete your personal information
- Opt out of marketing communications
- Request that we stop processing your data (subject to legal and contractual obligations)
7. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites. Please review their policies independently.
8. Children’s Privacy
MetroBiz does not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under the age of 18. If you believe a minor has provided us with personal data, please contact us for prompt removal.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with the updated effective date. Continued use of the website signifies your acceptance of the revised policy.
10. Contact Us
For any questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
Email: [info@metrobiz.co.za]