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VATV respects your privacy. This policy explains what we collect, why we collect it, and the choices you have.

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Last Updated: 13th June 2026

View Africa Television (Pty) Ltd ("VATV", "we", "us", "our") is committed to protecting your privacy and the confidentiality of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or use our services, in compliance with the Protection of Personal Information Act, 2013 ("POPIA") and other applicable South African and international data protection laws. By accessing or using our services, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect and process the following categories of personal information:

1.1 Information You Provide to Us

Account Registration: Name, email address, phone number, date of birth, physical address, username, password, and payment details when you register or subscribe. Customer Support: Any information you provide when you contact us for support or feedback. Marketing & Communications: Preferences, survey responses, and correspondence.

1.2 Information We Collect Automatically

Usage Data: IP address, device type, browser type, operating system, pages viewed, access times, and referring website addresses. Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies and similar technologies to collect data about your interactions with our website and services.

1.3 Information from Third Parties

If you log in via third-party services (e.g., Google, Facebook), we may collect information from those accounts, subject to your privacy settings with those services.

2. How We Use Your Information

We may use your personal information for the following purposes:

  • To create and manage your account.
  • To provide, operate, and maintain our services.
  • To process payments and manage subscriptions.
  • To communicate with you, including service updates, customer support, and marketing messages (you may opt out at any time).
  • To personalize your experience and recommend content.
  • To monitor usage, improve our website and services, and perform analytics.
  • To comply with legal obligations and protect our legal rights.

3. Sharing and Disclosure of Information

We may disclose your personal information as follows: Service Providers: With trusted third-party service providers who assist us in delivering the Service (e.g., payment processors, hosting, analytics, customer support). Legal Requirements: When required by law, regulation, or court order, or to protect the rights, property, or safety of VATV, our users, or others. Business Transfers: In connection with any merger, sale of assets, financing, or acquisition of all or part of our business. Global Operations: As a worldwide service, your information may be transferred and processed in countries outside South Africa. We ensure adequate protection for such transfers in accordance with applicable laws.

4. Data Security

We take reasonable organizational and technical measures to safeguard your personal information against loss, theft, unauthorized access, disclosure, or destruction.

5. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide our services, fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, comply with our legal obligations, and resolve disputes.

6. Your Rights

Under POPIA and other applicable laws, you may have the right to:

  • Access, correct, or update your personal information.
  • Object to or restrict the processing of your data.
  • Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent.
  • Request deletion of your information, subject to legal and contractual restrictions.
  • Lodge a complaint with the Information Regulator (South Africa) if you believe your rights have been infringed.

7. Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to children under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us so we can remove it.

8. Cookies & Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience, analyze usage, and deliver relevant advertising. You may control cookies via your browser settings, but disabling cookies may affect your use of the site.

9. Third-Party Links

Our website and services may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites. Please review their privacy policies before providing information.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you by updating the date at the top of this page. Your continued use of the Service after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions, requests, or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact us at: View Africa Television (Pty) Ltd, Corner of Dr James Moroka and Albert Luthuli Drive, 2735, Mmabatho North West Province, South Africa. Email: vatv@viewatv.com · Telephone: +27 861370230