POPIA + International Data Protection Compliance
Picobeats values your privacy and processes personal information responsibly.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect:
- Personal details (name, email, profile info)
- Uploaded content and metadata
- Usage data (plays, likes, follows)
- Technical data (IP address, browser type)
2. How We Use Your Information
Your data is used to:
- Provide and improve Picobeats services
- Manage user accounts
- Communicate platform updates
- Enforce legal and copyright obligations
3. POPIA Compliance (South Africa)
In terms of the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA):
- Your data is processed lawfully and transparently
- Data is collected for specific, legitimate purposes
- Reasonable security safeguards are implemented
- You have the right to access, correct, or delete your personal information
4. International Users (GDPR-Aligned)
For users outside South Africa:
- Data is processed based on consent, contract, or legitimate interest
- You may request data access, portability, or deletion
- Cross-border data transfers are protected using appropriate safeguards
5. Data Sharing
We do not sell personal data.
We may share data with:
- Hosting and infrastructure providers
- Legal authorities when required by law
6. Data Retention
We retain personal data only as long as necessary to fulfill operational and legal obligations.
7. Your Rights
You may request:
- Access to your data
- Correction or deletion
- Withdrawal of consent
