Privacy Policy

GRC CONTRACTORS PRIVACY POLICY

Last updated: 27 August 2026

1. WHO WE ARE

GRC Contractors operates the website https://grcontractors.co.za/ (“the Website”).

GRC Contractors is committed to protecting the privacy and personal information of visitors, contractors, businesses and other individuals who interact with the Website.

This Privacy Policy explains what personal information we may collect, why we collect it, how we use and protect it, and what rights you have in terms of the Protection of Personal Information Act 4 of 2013 (“POPIA”).

2. PERSONAL INFORMATION WE COLLECT

Depending on how you interact with the Website, we may collect personal information such as:

• Your name and surname.
• Your business or company name.
• Your email address.
• Your telephone or mobile number.
• Information about your business and contracting services.
• Information you voluntarily provide when contacting or registering with GRC Contractors.
• Information contained in enquiries or other communications you send to us.
• Technical information such as your IP address, browser type and information about how you use the Website.

We will only request information that is reasonably necessary for the relevant purpose.

3. HOW WE USE YOUR PERSONAL INFORMATION

We may use personal information to:

• Respond to enquiries and requests.
• Communicate with contractors and businesses who express an interest in GRC Contractors.
• Process registrations or applications.
• Provide and improve our services.
• Communicate information about GRC Contractors and relevant opportunities or services where permitted by law.
• Maintain and administer the Website.
• Protect the security and integrity of the Website.
• Comply with legal and regulatory obligations.

We will not use personal information for purposes that are incompatible with the purpose for which it was collected, unless permitted or required by law.

4. DIRECT MARKETING

Where we send electronic communications for direct marketing purposes, we will comply with the requirements of POPIA and other applicable South African law.

Where consent is required, we will obtain that consent before sending direct marketing communications.

You may request that we stop sending you direct marketing communications at any time.

5. SHARING OF PERSONAL INFORMATION

We will not sell, rent or trade your personal information.

We may disclose personal information where reasonably necessary to provide our services, operate the Website, communicate with you, comply with a legal obligation, or protect our rights and interests.

Where third-party service providers process personal information on our behalf, we will take reasonable steps to ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place.

6. WEBSITE COOKIES

The Website may use cookies or similar technologies to improve functionality, security and the user experience.

Cookies may also be used by third-party services integrated into the Website.

You can configure your browser to refuse or restrict cookies. However, doing so may affect some Website functionality.

7. THIRD-PARTY WEBSITES AND SERVICES

The Website may contain links to third-party websites or services.

We are not responsible for the privacy practices, content or security of third-party websites. You should review the privacy policy of any third-party website before providing personal information to it.

8. HOW WE PROTECT YOUR INFORMATION

We take reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect personal information against loss, misuse, unauthorised access, disclosure, alteration or destruction.

However, no transmission or storage system can be guaranteed to be completely secure.

9. RETENTION OF PERSONAL INFORMATION

We will retain personal information only for as long as reasonably necessary for the purpose for which it was collected, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.

The appropriate retention period may depend on the nature of the information, the purpose for which it was collected and applicable legal requirements.

10. YOUR RIGHTS

Subject to applicable law, you may have the right to:

• Request access to personal information we hold about you.
• Request correction or updating of inaccurate or incomplete information.
• Request deletion of personal information where there is a lawful basis for doing so.
• Object to certain forms of processing.
• Object to direct marketing.
• Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent.
• Lodge a complaint regarding the processing of your personal information.

Requests relating to personal information should be directed to GRC Contractors using the contact details below.

11. INFORMATION OFFICER

GRC Contractors will maintain an appropriate Information Officer or responsible contact person for purposes of POPIA and applicable privacy legislation.

Details for contacting the Information Officer will be made available through the Website or on request.

12. CHILDREN’S INFORMATION

The Website is intended primarily for businesses, contractors and other persons seeking information about GRC Contractors and its services.

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children without the consent of a competent person where such consent is required by law.

13. CHANGES TO THIS PRIVACY POLICY

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our services, Website functionality or applicable legislation.

The updated version will be published on this page with a revised “Last updated” date.

14. CONTACT US

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, wish to exercise a privacy right, or have a concern about the handling of your personal information, please contact GRC Contractors through the contact details provided on the Website.

GRC Contractors
Website: https://grcontractors.co.za/

15. COMPLAINTS

If you believe that your personal information has been processed in a manner that does not comply with POPIA, you are encouraged to contact GRC Contractors first so that we can investigate and attempt to resolve the matter.

You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Regulator of South Africa where applicable.

This Privacy Policy is intended to provide a clear summary of GRC Contractors’ privacy practices and does not limit any rights you may have under applicable South African law.