Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 23 September 2025

Who we are

African Building Solutions (also known as ABS Architecture from time to time)

Our website address is: https://africanbuildingsolutions.co.za

1. Introduction

African Building Solutions (“we,” “us,” “our”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act, 2013 (POPIA).

By using our website or contacting us, you agree to the terms outlined in this policy.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect and process the following personal information when you interact with our website or contact us:

  • Your name and surname
  • Email address
  • Phone number
  • Any information you voluntarily provide via email or contact forms

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal information to:

  • Respond to your enquiries and provide requested information
  • Communicate with you about our services
  • Maintain business records as required by South African law
  • Improve our website and services

We will only use your personal information for the purposes stated above, unless required by law or with your consent.

4. Information Sharing

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. Your information may only be shared:

  • With service providers who assist us in operating our business (e.g., email hosting providers)
  • When required by law, regulation, or legal process
  • To protect our rights, property, or safety

5. Data Security

We take reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect your personal information against loss, misuse, and unauthorised access. However, no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Your Rights Under POPIA

You have the right to:

  • Request access to the personal information we hold about you
  • Ask us to correct or update your personal information
  • Request deletion of your personal information (where legally permissible)
  • Object to the processing of your personal information

To exercise these rights, please contact us at support@africanbuildingsolutions.co.za

7. Retention of Information

We will retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by applicable laws.

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with the updated effective date.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your personal information is handled, please contact us at:
📧 support@africanbuildingsolutions.co.za