shoplocalZA is committed to protecting your personal information in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) of South Africa.
1. What We Collect
- Your WhatsApp phone number (for authentication and communication only)
- Business name and product information (for listing purposes)
- IP address and browsing behavior (via cookies, for performance)
2. Why We Collect It
- To verify and approve vendors
- To facilitate communication via WhatsApp
- To personalize user experience
- To prevent fraud and abuse
3. How We Protect It
All data is stored securely via Firebase and protected using encrypted communication. Only approved admins have access to sensitive data.
4. Your Rights
- You can request access to your data at any time
- You can request corrections or removal of your data
- You may opt out of communications by contacting us
5. Data Sharing
We do not sell or share your data with third parties. Your number is never made public and only used for WhatsApp login and vendor verification.
6. Contact Us
For privacy-related questions or POPIA concerns, email us at support@shoplocalZA.co.za
