Mytvet SA
Privacy Policy
Last Updated: 9/12/2025
Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.
Introduction
Mytvet SA ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information when you visit our website at https://www.mytvet.co.za or use our services.
Information We Collect
Personal Information
We may collect the following types of personal information:
- Name and contact information (email address, phone number)
- Account credentials and profile information
- Payment information (processed securely by Payfast and Paystack)
- Educational information (subjects, levels, preferences)
- Communication preferences and marketing consent
Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain information:
- Device information (IP address, browser type, operating system)
- Usage data (pages visited, time spent, links clicked)
- Cookies and similar tracking technologies
- Log files and analytics data
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- Providing Services: To provide you with access to our educational resources, past papers, and practice tests
- Account Management: To create and manage your account, process payments, and maintain your profile
- Communication: To send you important updates, notifications, and respond to your inquiries
- Improving Services: To analyze usage patterns and improve our website and services
- Marketing: To send you information about our products, services, and events (with your consent)
- Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws, regulations, and legal processes
Information Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties, except in the following circumstances:
- Service Providers: We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website and providing services (e.g., payment processors, hosting providers)
- Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law or to protect our rights, property, or safety
- Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of the transaction
- Consent: We may share information with your explicit consent
Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:
- Encryption of data in transit and at rest
- Regular security assessments and updates
- Access controls and authentication measures
- Secure payment processing through Payfast and Paystack
- Employee training on data protection
Your Rights and Choices
You have certain rights regarding your personal information:
- Access: You can request access to the personal information we hold about you
- Correction: You can request that we correct inaccurate or incomplete information
- Deletion: You can request that we delete your personal information (subject to legal requirements)
- Portability: You can request a copy of your data in a portable format
- Marketing Preferences: You can opt out of marketing communications at any time
- Cookie Preferences: You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings
Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide our services and fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy. The retention period depends on the type of information and the purpose for which it was collected:
- Account information: Retained while your account is active and for a reasonable period thereafter
- Payment information: Retained as required by law and for accounting purposes
- Usage data: Retained for analytics and service improvement purposes
- Marketing data: Retained until you opt out or withdraw consent
Children's Privacy
Our services are not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.
International Data Transfers
Your personal information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure that such transfers comply with applicable data protection laws and implement appropriate safeguards to protect your information.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by:
- Posting the updated Privacy Policy on our website
- Sending you an email notification (if you have provided an email address)
- Displaying a prominent notice on our website
Important: Continued use of our services after changes to this Privacy Policy constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
- Email: info@mytvet.co.za
- Website: https://www.mytvet.co.za
- Enterprise Number: 2021/754536/07
- Address: [Your Business Address]