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Email:  support@scda.co.za

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Privacy Policy

SCDA

Last Updated: 2026/03/01

1. Introduction

SCDA (“SCDA”, “we”, “our”, or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal information is processed lawfully and transparently.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act 4 of 2013 (POPIA) of South Africa.

This policy applies to all visitors, clients, and users of our website:
www.scda.co.za

By using our website or engaging our services, you consent to the processing of your personal information as described in this policy.

2. Who We Are

SCDA is a South African accounting and tax services firm providing professional financial compliance and advisory solutions to individuals and businesses.

We specialise in:

  • Accounting and tax compliance services

  • Company and individual tax submissions

  • Payroll and VAT management

  • Business advisory and financial guidance

You can learn more about our services here:
www.scda.co.za/services/

If you would like to contact us directly, please visit:
www.scda.co.za/contact-us/

3. Information We Collect

We collect personal information in the following ways:

3.1 Information You Provide

When you contact us, request a consultation, or engage our services, we may collect:

  • Full name

  • Identity number (where legally required)

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Company name and registration details

  • Tax reference numbers

  • Financial and payroll information

  • Any information submitted via our contact forms

3.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:

  • IP address

  • Browser type and device information

  • Pages visited

  • Time spent on the website

  • Referring websites

This information is used to improve performance, security, and user experience.

4. Purpose of Processing Personal Information

We process personal information for the following lawful purposes:

  • Delivering accounting and tax services

  • Submitting information to SARS where required

  • Client onboarding and compliance verification

  • Responding to enquiries

  • Improving our website and service delivery

  • Sending marketing communications where consent has been given

We do not sell or trade personal information to third parties.

5. Lawful Basis for Processing (POPIA Compliance)

In accordance with POPIA, we process personal information based on:

  • Your consent

  • The performance of a contract

  • Legal or regulatory obligations

  • Legitimate business interests

6. Sharing of Personal Information

We may share your information with:

Internal Personnel

Employees or authorised contractors who require access to perform services.

Third-Party Service Providers

Including secure hosting providers, IT service providers, and cloud accounting platforms. All third parties are contractually required to safeguard your information.

Regulatory Authorities

Where required by law, including SARS or other regulatory bodies.

7. Cross-Border Data Transfers

Where data is stored or processed outside South Africa (for example, through secure cloud service providers), we ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place in accordance with POPIA.

8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Improve website functionality

  • Analyse traffic and performance

  • Enhance user experience

You may disable cookies in your browser settings; however, some website functionality may be affected.

9. Data Security

We implement reasonable technical and organisational security measures, including:

  • Secure hosting environments

  • Access control systems

  • Confidentiality agreements

  • Encrypted platforms where applicable

While we take reasonable precautions, no internet transmission is completely secure.

10. Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to:

  • Provide services

  • Comply with tax and regulatory requirements

  • Fulfil contractual obligations

Once information is no longer required, it is securely deleted or destroyed.

11. Your Rights Under POPIA

As a data subject, you have the right to:

  • Request access to your personal information

  • Request correction of inaccurate data

  • Request deletion where legally permissible

  • Object to processing for direct marketing

  • Withdraw consent at any time

  • Lodge a complaint with the Information Regulator

To exercise these rights, contact:
support@scda.co.za

You may also lodge a complaint with the Information Regulator of South Africa:
www.justice.gov.za/inforeg/

12. Direct Marketing

We will only send marketing communications if:

  • You have opted in, or

  • You are an existing client and have not opted out

You may unsubscribe at any time by contacting us.

Our website may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party sites.

14. Updates to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The updated version will always be published on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date.

15. Contact Us

SCDA Digital Accountants
Email: support@scda.co.za
Phone: +27 (65) 993-2047
Website: www.scda.co.za
Contact Page: www.scda.co.za/contact-us/