“Privacy Policy”
Privacy Policy
77 Hendry Road, Unit 5, Morningside, Durban, 4001
084 377 8901 | info@amironline.co.za | www.amironline.co.za
1. Purpose and Scope
This policy explains how Amir Online collects, uses, stores and protects personal information when a customer visits www.amironline.co.za, creates an account, or places an order. It is processed in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act 4 of 2013 (POPIA) and other applicable South African law.
2. Information We Collect
- Contact details: name, email address, phone number, delivery and billing address;
- Account information: username, order history, saved preferences;
- Payment information processed through our payment provider (Yoco) — Amir Online does not store full card details on its own systems;
- Technical information: IP address, browser type, device information and website usage data collected through cookies and similar technologies.
3. How We Use This Information
Personal information is processed for account administration, order fulfilment, payment processing, customer support, fraud prevention, delivery coordination and lawful marketing communication. Information is used only for the purpose it was collected for, or a purpose reasonably related to it.
4. Sharing of Information
Amir Online shares personal information only where necessary to fulfil an order or as required by law. This includes:
- The Courier Guy or another disclosed delivery partner, to arrange and complete delivery;
- Yoco, to securely process payment;
- Legal or regulatory authorities where required by South African law.
Amir Online does not sell or rent customer personal information to third parties for their own marketing purposes.
5. Cookies and Tracking
The website uses cookies to keep customers logged in, remember cart contents, and understand how the site is used so it can be improved. Customers can disable cookies through their browser settings, though some website features may not function correctly as a result.
6. Data Security
Amir Online takes reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect personal information against loss, unauthorised access, alteration or disclosure. No method of transmission or storage is completely secure, but Amir Online works to maintain appropriate safeguards at all times.
7. Data Retention
Personal information is retained only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purpose it was collected for, including any legal, accounting or reporting requirements, after which it is securely deleted or anonymised.
8. Your Rights
Under POPIA, customers have the right to request access to the personal information Amir Online holds about them, request correction of inaccurate information, request deletion where lawful, and object to processing for direct marketing purposes. Requests can be sent to info@amironline.co.za.
9. Children’s Information
Amir Online does not knowingly collect personal information from anyone under the age of 18. Accounts and purchases require the customer to be at least 18 years old, in line with the Terms and Conditions.
10. Changes to This Policy
Amir Online may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in practice or legal requirements. The version in effect at the time of a transaction governs that transaction, unless a change is required by law.
11. Contact Us
For any question about this policy or how personal information is handled, contact Amir Online at info@amironline.co.za or 084 377 8901.