Privacy & Cookie Policy
READ THIS POLICY CAREFULLY BEFORE BROWSING THIS WEBSITE OR USING ANY OF OUR SERVICES. YOUR CONTINUED USE OF THIS WEBSITE AND OUR SERVICES INDICATES THAT YOU HAVE BOTH READ AND AGREE TO THE TERMS OF THIS PRIVACY POLICY. YOU CANNOT USE THIS WEBSITE OR OUR SERVICES IF YOU DO NOT ACCEPT THIS POLICY. ALL SECTIONS OF THIS POLICY ARE APPLICABLE TO USERS UNLESS THE SECTION EXPRESSLY STATES OTHERWISE.
Privacy Policy
1. Purpose & Scope
For the purposes of this section, Personal Information has the same meaning as defined in the Protection of Personal Information Act 4 of 2013 (“the Act”). Founders Foundation subscribes to the electronic data principles outlined in the Act and relevant legislation. We endeavour to maintain the quality, accuracy, and confidentiality of all Personal Information we collect.
2. Balance Between Business Interests & Privacy
We aim to balance our legitimate organisational goals with your privacy expectations. While we take reasonable measures to safeguard your Personal Information, absolute security cannot be guaranteed.
3. Types of Personal Information Collected
When you visit our website, engage with our programmes, apply through forms, or connect via partner channels, we may collect:
- First name and surname
- Email address
- Phone number
- Business or organisation name
- Professional background or CV details (e.g., when applying for Accelerator or other programmes)
- Donation or volunteer form data
- Information submitted via our contact or application forms
- Browsing behavior via Google Analytics or similar tools
We endeavour to only collect information you consent to provide and will seek more specific consent if additional purposes arise.
4. How We Use Personal Information
By accepting this Policy, you consent to using your Personal Information for:
- Administering and delivering our Accelerator programmes, workshops, events, and related services
- Responding to your queries, applications, and feedback
- Building relationships with entrepreneurs and stakeholders
- Developing anonymised data insights and user profiles for internal use Track conversion mentrics (e.g. form submissions)
- Sending marketing communications relevant to Founders Foundation activities
- Process donations and issue tax receipts
5. Security & Data Retention
We deploy technical and organisational controls to mitigate unauthorised access, loss, misuse, or alteration of your Personal Information. Retention is limited to what is necessary for legal or operational purposes. Access is restricted to staff, representatives, or consultants on a need-to-know basis, under confidentiality obligations. We do not accept users under 18 years of age. Founders Foundation does not sell, rent, or share your Personal Information with third parties. Marketing emails are only sent in relation to our services or programme updates.
Log Files
When you access our website, anonymised technical data—such as IP address, ISP, browser type, pages visited, time and duration of visit—is collected. This information helps us analyse performance and enhance user experience. It is not shared externally, and cannot personally identify you unless combined with other data you have provided.
Disclosure of Personal Information
We do not disclose your Personal Information to external parties, except where required by law or with your explicit consent.
Cookies
What Are Cookies?
Types of Cookies
- Session Cookies: Temporarily store information for your session and expire when you close your browser. Essential for core website functionality; do not contain personal data.
- Permanent Cookies: Remain on your device to recognise returning visitors. They enhance browsing experience and do not store personal information.
Third-Party Cookies
We may use third-party cookies to analyse website performance, understand usage patterns, deliver relevant adverts, and enhance functionality like embedded media or social sharing.
Cookie Categories
- Essential – Needed for site operation and security (e.g., forms)
- Statistics – Track visits, pages seen, referral sources, etc.
- Marketing – Tailor advertisements and measure campaign performance
- Functional – Support embedded tools or social sharing
- Preferences – Store language, region, and other user settings
Managing Cookies
Links to Third-Party Websites
Electronic Communications & the ECT Act
Data messages (as defined in the Electronic Communications and Transactions Act 25 of 2002) are considered delivered once we respond. Electronic signatures, encryption, or authentication are not required for valid communication between Founders Foundation and users.
Organisation Details
Organisation Name: Founders Foundation
NPC Registered Address: 5th Floor, Vunani Chambers, 33 Church Street, Cape Town City Centre, Cape Town, 8000, South Africa
Website: https://foundersfoundation.org.za/
Email: dana@foundersfoundation.org.za
Phone Number: +27 (0) 21 201 2260
Complaints
If you have concerns about how we process your Personal Information, please contact us directly at dana@foundersfoundation.org.za.
If unresolved, you may lodge a complaint with the Information Regulator:
- Phone: +27 (0) 10 023 5207
- Email: inforeg@justice.gov.za