Privacy Policy
Last updated: December 2024
1. Introduction
Nabel Smart ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, use our services, or engage with us in any capacity.
By accessing or using our services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our services.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Personal Information
We may collect the following types of personal information:
- Contact information (name, email address, phone number, mailing address)
- Professional information (company name, job title, industry)
- Project requirements and technical specifications
- Communication preferences and history
- Payment and billing information (processed securely through third-party providers)
2.2 Technical Information
We automatically collect certain technical information, including:
- IP address and geolocation data
- Browser type, version, and settings
- Device information and operating system
- Website usage patterns and analytics
- Cookies and similar tracking technologies
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your information for the following purposes:
- Providing and improving our software development services
- Communicating with you about projects, updates, and support
- Processing payments and managing billing
- Analyzing website usage to enhance user experience
- Complying with legal obligations and protecting our rights
- Marketing our services (with your consent where required)
- Preventing fraud and ensuring security
4. Information Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information. We may share your information in the following circumstances:
4.1 Service Providers
We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our business, including cloud hosting, payment processing, analytics, and communication tools. These providers are contractually bound to protect your information.
4.2 Legal Requirements
We may disclose your information when required by law, court order, or government regulation, or when we believe disclosure is necessary to protect our rights, your safety, or the safety of others.
4.3 Business Transfers
In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of the transaction, subject to the same privacy protections.
5. Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information, including:
- Encryption of data in transit and at rest
- Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments
- Access controls and employee training
- Secure development practices and code reviews
- Incident response and breach notification procedures
While we strive to protect your information, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security but are committed to maintaining the highest standards of data protection.
6. Your Rights and Choices
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:
- Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
- Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
- Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
- Portability: Request transfer of your data to another service provider
- Restriction: Request limitation of how we process your information
- Objection: Object to certain types of processing
- Withdrawal: Withdraw consent for processing based on consent
To exercise these rights, please contact us at privacy@nabelsmart.com. We will respond to your request within 30 days.
7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience, analyze website traffic, and personalize content. You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences, though disabling cookies may affect website functionality.
8. International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in accordance with applicable data protection laws.
9. Data Retention
We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements. When information is no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymize it.
10. Children's Privacy
Our services are not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have collected information from a child, we will take steps to delete such information promptly.
11. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. We will notify you of material changes by posting the updated policy on our website and updating the "Last updated" date. Your continued use of our services after such changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
12. Contact Information
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
Email: isabel@nabelsmart.com
General Contact: info@nabelsmart.com
Business Address: 67 Waterfront Road, Cape Town