Privacy Policy

Last Updated: 31 May 2026

1. Introduction

DiskiLink.co.za ("DiskiLink", "we", "our", "us") respects your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information in compliance with South Africa's Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA).

2. Information We Collect

• Registration Information: Name, email, phone number, date of birth, gender
• Account Activity: Tournaments created, matches joined, team management
• Payment Information: Processed securely by Ozow (we do not store card details)
• Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device information
• Location Data: Only if you consent to geolocation for finding nearby tournaments

3. How We Use Your Information

• To provide tournament organization and joining services
• To process payments and joining fees
• To communicate important updates and notifications
• To improve our platform and user experience
• To comply with legal and regulatory requirements
• To detect and prevent fraud or abuse

4. Legal Basis for Processing (POPIA)

We process your personal information based on:

• Consent: You agree to our Privacy Policy when registering
• Contractual Necessity: To provide the services you requested
• Legal Obligation: To comply with South African laws
• Legitimate Interest: To improve and secure our platform

5. Information Sharing

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information with:

• Tournament Organizers: When you join their tournament (name, team name, contact info)
• Payment Processors: Ozow for secure payment processing
• Service Providers: Email delivery, hosting, analytics
• Law Enforcement: When required by law or to protect our rights

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information, including SSL encryption, access controls, and regular security audits.

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal information as long as your account is active. After account deletion, we retain certain information for legal compliance (e.g., payment records for 5 years).

8. Your Rights Under POPIA

• Right to Access: Request a copy of your personal information
• Right to Correction: Correct inaccurate or incomplete information
• Right to Deletion: Request deletion of your information (subject to legal retention)
• Right to Object: Object to processing of your information
• Right to Portability: Request transfer of your data
• Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent where applicable

9. Cookies

We use cookies to enhance your experience, remember preferences, and analyze usage. You can disable cookies in your browser settings.

10. Children's Privacy

Users under 18 must have parental or guardian consent. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13.

11. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries outside South Africa. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place.

12. Data Breach Notification

In the event of a data breach, we will notify you and the Information Regulator within 72 hours as required by POPIA.

13. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Material changes will be notified via email or platform notification.

14. Contact Us

Information Officer: privacy@diskilink.co.za

Data Protection Inquiries: popia@diskilink.co.za

Address: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa