Privacy Statement

Backyard Finance Website Privacy Statement

Backyard Finance Proprietary Limited ("Backyard Finance") is a wholly owned private company. Backyard Finance and its subsidiaries, managed, consolidated and related entities are collectively referred to as "the Backyard Finance Group" or "we," "us," or "our."

The organization demonstrates commitment to safeguarding user information through secure technology infrastructure. This Statement of Privacy applies to the Backyard Finance Website and governs data collection and usage practices. Site visitors who access the Backyard Finance Website or microsites consent to the data practices outlined herein.

Collection of Your Personal Information

The company gathers personally identifiable information including email addresses, names, home or work addresses, and telephone numbers provided through website usage. The organization also collects anonymous demographic data such as location, age, gender, preferences, interests, and favorites.

Additionally, computer hardware and software information is automatically collected during website use, including IP addresses, browser types, domain names, access times, and referring website addresses. This technical data supports website operation, service quality maintenance, and general usage statistics.

Use of Your Personal Information

The company operates its website and delivers requested services using personal information. Additionally, the organization may contact users about other products or services. Surveys gather customer opinions regarding current or potential new services, with opt-out options provided for marketing communications.

The detailed information processing practices are referenced in the separate Backyard Finance Privacy Policy document.

Website and page visit patterns are tracked to identify popular services, with data used to customize content delivery based on user behavior.

Use of Cookies

Website cookies personalize user experiences by storing small data pieces on user devices. Cookies identify repeat visitors and devices (computers or smartphones). By accessing the website or applications, users consent to cookie forwarding from the platform to their devices.

Cookie functionality enables website recognition of previous visits and user identification. Marketing applications and fraud prevention represent additional uses of stored cookie data.

Security of Your Personal Information

Personal information is stored on controlled, secure computer servers protected from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. Information transmitted to external websites receives encryption protection and other appropriate information security protocols.

Changes to This Statement

The organization occasionally updates the Statement to reflect company feedback and customer input. Users are encouraged to periodically review the document to remain informed about information processing practices.

Contact Information

Users who believe the organization has not met responsibilities regarding personal information handling should contact the company via email:

info@backyardfinance.co.za

This contact enables the organization to investigate and respond to privacy concerns appropriately.