Privacy Policy

Introduction

These Terms of Use govern your access to and use of the Optomise website (the “Site”). By accessing or using the Site, you agree to be bound by these terms. If you do not agree, you must not use the Site.

The Site is owned and operated by Optomise Ventures Limited, an authorised Financial Service Provider (FSP Licence No. 51448).

Use of the Site

1. You may use this Site for lawful purposes only. You agree not to:
2. Use the Site in any way that violates applicable law or regulation.
3. Attempt to gain unauthorised access to any part of the Site, its servers, or any connected systems.
4. Transmit any material that is defamatory, offensive, or otherwise objectionable.
5. Use the Site to distribute unsolicited commercial communications.

Intellectual Property

All content on this Site, including text, graphics, logos, icons, images, and software, is the property of Optomise Ventures Limited or its licensors and is protected by South African and international intellectual property laws.

You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works from any content on this Site without prior written consent.

Disclaimer of Warranties

The information on this Site is provided for general informational purposes only. While we strive to keep the information accurate and up to date, Optomise makes no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, about the completeness, accuracy, reliability, or suitability of the information.

Nothing on this Site constitutes financial, investment, legal, or tax advice. Any reliance you place on information from this Site is strictly at your own risk.

Financial Services Disclaimer

Optomise Ventures Limited is an authorised Financial Service Provider (FSP Licence No. 51448). Any financial products or services described on this Site are subject to their own terms and conditions, which will be provided before any engagement.

Past performance is not indicative of future results. All investments carry risk, including the potential loss of capital.

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Optomise Ventures Limited, its directors, employees, and affiliates shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or special damages arising from your use of or inability to use this Site.

Third-Party Links

This Site may contain links to third-party websites. These links are provided for convenience only. Optomise does not endorse, control, or accept responsibility for the content or practices of any third-party site.

Modifications

Optomise reserves the right to modify these Terms at any time without prior notice. Your continued use of the Site following any changes constitutes acceptance of those changes.

Governing Law

These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Republic of South Africa. Any disputes arising from these Terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the South African courts.

Contact

For questions regarding these Terms, contact us at:

1. Email: info@optomise.co.za
2. Phone: +27 (0) 87 153 1192
3. OPTOMISE VENTURES LIMITED

Privacy Policy

Effective Date: [INSERT DATE]

Introduction

Optomise Ventures Limited (“Optomise”, “we”, “our”, or “us”) is committed to protecting your personal information in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act, 2013 (POPIA) and other applicable South African legislation.

This Privacy Policy explains what personal information we collect, how we use it, and your rights in relation to that information.

Information We Collect

We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide when you use the contact form on our Site. This includes:

1. First name and surname
2. Email address
3. Contact number
4. Preferred solution (Supply Chain Finance or Alternative Investments)
5. Message subject and content

Analytics

We use Google Analytics to collect anonymous usage data about how visitors interact with our Site. This may include information such as pages visited, time spent on the Site, browser type, device type, and general geographic location.

Google Analytics does not collect personally identifiable information. You can opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics opt-out browser add-on.

How We Use Your Information

1. We use the personal information you provide to:
2. Respond to your enquiry or request.
3. Provide information about our services that you have expressed interest in.
4. Comply with legal and regulatory obligations.
5. We do not use your personal information for marketing purposes unless you have given explicit consent.

Legal Basis for Processing

1. Under POPIA, we process your personal information on the following lawful grounds:
2. Consent: You provide your information voluntarily through our contact form.
3. Legitimate interest: To respond to your enquiries and manage our business relationship.
4. Legal obligation: Where required by South African law or regulation.

Sharing Your Information

1. We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We may share your information with:
2. Service providers who assist in operating our Site (e.g., hosting providers), subject to confidentiality agreements.
3. Regulatory authorities where required by law.

Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purpose for which it was collected, or as required by applicable law. Contact form submissions are retained for a reasonable period to manage your enquiry and any resulting business relationship.

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorised access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Cookies

This Site does not use cookies for tracking or personalisation purposes. Basic technical cookies may be used by our hosting provider or content management system to ensure the Site functions correctly. These do not collect personal information.

Your Rights Under POPIA

You have the right to:

1. Request access to the personal information we hold about you.
2. Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information.
3. Request deletion of your personal information, subject to legal retention requirements.
4. Object to the processing of your personal information.
5. Lodge a complaint with the Information Regulator of South Africa.
6. To exercise any of these rights, contact us using the details below.

Information Regulator

If you believe your privacy rights have been infringed, you may lodge a complaint with the Information Regulator:

• Website: www.justice.gov.za/inforeg
• Email: complaints.IR@justice.gov.za

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

Contact Us

For any questions or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal information, contact:

Optomise Ventures Limited

Email: info@optomise.co.za

Phone: +27 (0) 87 153 1192