Privacy Policy
Your privacy is important to us. Learn how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.
Table of Contents
1. Introduction
FiberPulse ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our fiber internet services, visit our website, or interact with our customer support.
By using our services, you consent to the collection and use of your information as described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our services.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Personal Information
We collect personal information that you provide directly to us, including:
- Name, address, phone number, and email address
- Government-issued identification numbers
- Payment and billing information
- Service preferences and account settings
- Communications with our customer support team
2.2 Usage Information
We automatically collect information about your use of our services:
- Internet usage data and bandwidth consumption
- Connection logs and network performance metrics
- Device information and network configuration
- Website visit data and browsing patterns (aggregated)
2.3 Technical Information
To provide and maintain our services, we collect:
- IP addresses and network identifiers
- Equipment serial numbers and firmware versions
- Network diagnostics and performance data
- Security event logs and threat detection data
3. How We Use Your Information
3.1 Service Provision
- Provide, maintain, and improve our fiber internet services
- Process payments and manage your account
- Provide customer support and technical assistance
- Monitor network performance and troubleshoot issues
3.2 Communication
- Send service notifications and account updates
- Respond to your inquiries and support requests
- Provide information about new services and features
- Send marketing communications (with your consent)
3.3 Legal and Security
- Comply with legal obligations and regulatory requirements
- Protect against fraud, abuse, and security threats
- Enforce our terms of service and acceptable use policies
- Respond to legal requests and court orders
4. Information Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:
4.1 Service Providers
We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our business, such as payment processors, technical support vendors, and network infrastructure partners.
4.2 Legal Requirements
We may disclose information when required by law, court order, or government regulation, or when we believe disclosure is necessary to protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of our customers or others.
4.3 Business Transfers
In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, customer information may be transferred as part of the business transaction, subject to the same privacy protections.
5. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.
5.1 Technical Safeguards
- Encryption of data in transit and at rest
- Secure network infrastructure and firewalls
- Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments
- Multi-factor authentication for system access
5.2 Organizational Measures
- Employee training on data protection and privacy
- Access controls and need-to-know principles
- Incident response and breach notification procedures
- Regular review and update of security policies
6. Your Rights and Choices
You have certain rights regarding your personal information, subject to applicable law:
Access and Portability
Request access to your personal information and receive a copy in a portable format.
Correction
Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal information.
Deletion
Request deletion of your personal information, subject to legal and contractual obligations.
Opt-out
Opt out of marketing communications and certain data processing activities.
How to Exercise Your Rights
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided in the "Contact Us" section below. We will respond to your request within the timeframe required by applicable law.
Note: Some rights may be limited by applicable law or our legitimate business interests.
7. Data Retention
We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements.
| Data Type | Retention Period | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Account Information | Duration of service + 7 years | Legal compliance, tax records |
| Usage Data | 12 months | Network optimization, billing |
| Support Records | 3 years | Service improvement, dispute resolution |
| Marketing Data | Until opt-out + 30 days | Marketing communications |
9. Third-Party Services
Our website and services may contain links to third-party websites or integrate with third-party services. This Privacy Policy does not apply to these external services.
Payment Processors
We use secure third-party payment processors to handle billing and payments.
- • PayGate (South Africa)
- • Stripe (International)
Analytics Services
We use analytics services to understand website usage and improve our services.
- • Google Analytics
- • Hotjar (User Experience)
Important: We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party services you access through our website or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external services.
10. Children's Privacy
Our services are not intended for children under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18 without parental consent.
If You Are a Parent or Guardian
If you believe your child has provided us with personal information without your consent, please contact us immediately. We will take steps to remove such information from our systems.
For family internet services, the account holder (parent/guardian) is responsible for managing access and usage by minors in the household.
11. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors.
Notification of Changes
- • Email notification to account holders
- • Website banner announcement
- • Updated "Last Modified" date
Material Changes
- • 30-day advance notice
- • Opportunity to opt-out
- • Clear explanation of changes
Your Continued Use: Continued use of our services after any changes to this Privacy Policy constitutes acceptance of those changes. If you do not agree with the updated policy, you may terminate your service.
12. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
Privacy Officer
Response Times
Data Protection Authority
If you are not satisfied with our response to your privacy concerns, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Regulator of South Africa (IRSA) at complaints.IR@justice.gov.za