## Privacy Policy — PLM-Tech
At PLM-Tech, accessible from https://plmtech.co.za, we are committed to protecting the privacy of our users. This Privacy Policy outlines the types of personal data we collect, how we use it, and the measures we take to ensure its confidentiality, integrity, and availability, in compliance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) of South Africa.
## 1. Introduction
PLM-Tech respects your right to privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you provide to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information in accordance with the requirements of POPIA. By using our website, you consent to the collection, use, and storage of your personal information as described in this Policy.
## 2. Information We Collect
We collect the following types of personal data:
- Email addresses: When you contact us through our website or subscribe to our newsletter, we collect your email address.
- Names: We collect your name when you contact us through our website or subscribe to our newsletter.
We do not collect any sensitive information, such as financial information, health information, or other special personal information as defined in POPIA.
## 3. How We Use Your Information
We use the personal data collected for the following purposes:
- To respond to your inquiries and provide you with the information you request.
- To send you newsletters, updates, and marketing materials, if you have opted-in to receive such communications.
- To improve our website and services, by analyzing user behavior and preferences.
- To comply with applicable laws and regulations.
## 4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website uses cookies and other tracking technologies to collect information about your browsing behavior, such as the pages you visit, the time spent on our site, and your IP address. We use this information to:
- Analyze user behavior and preferences.
- Improve our website and services.
- Provide targeted advertising.
You can manage cookies by modifying your browser settings to decline or accept cookies. However, declining cookies may affect your user experience on our website.
## 5. Third-Party Services
We may use third-party services to collect, store, and analyze data on our behalf. These services include:
- Email marketing platforms.
- Web analytics tools.
- Cloud storage providers.
We ensure that these third-party services comply with POPIA requirements and have adequate security measures in place to protect your personal data.
## 6. Data Security
We take reasonable technical and organizational measures to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of your personal data. These measures include:
- Encryption of data in transit and at rest.
- Access controls, such as passwords and multi-factor authentication.
- Regular security audits and penetration testing.
- Incident response plan in place.
## 7. Data Retention
We retain your personal data for as long as necessary to achieve the purposes outlined in this Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. When your personal data is no longer needed, we will securely delete or de-identify it.
## 8. Your Rights (POPIA Data Subject Rights)
As a data subject, you have the following rights under POPIA:
- The right to access your personal data.
- The right to rectify or correct your personal data.
- The right to object to the processing of your personal data.
- The right to withdraw your consent to the processing of your personal data.
- The right to lodge a complaint with the Information Regulator.
To exercise these rights, please contact us at info@plmtech.co.za.
## 9. Children's Privacy
Our website is not intended for children under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If you are a parent or guardian and believe that your child has provided us with personal data, please contact us at info@plmtech.co.za.
## 10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or applicable laws. We will post the updated Policy on our website and indicate the date of the last update.
## 11. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact us at:
Email: info@plmtech.co.za
Website: https://plmtech.co.za
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Last Updated: 04 August 2026
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