PRIVACY POLICY

Last updated: 12 January 2026

Lazarus Marketing (“we”, “us”, “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal information is handled in a safe, responsible, and lawful manner.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect personal information in accordance with applicable data protection laws, including the UK GDPR, Data Protection Act 2018, and South Africa’s Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA).


1. WHO WE ARE

Lazarus Marketing provides website, marketing, and sales system services to owner-led and family-owned businesses.

Business name: Lazarus Marketing
Email: hello@lazarusmarketing.co.za
Website: www.lazarusmarketing.co.za
Primary operating regions: United Kingdom and South Africa


2. WHAT INFORMATION WE COLLECT

We may collect and process the following types of personal information:

2.1 Information you provide directly

  • Name and surname

  • Business name

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Website URL

  • Business information provided through forms or correspondence

  • Any information you voluntarily submit via contact forms, applications, or emails

2.2 Information collected automatically

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:

  • IP address

  • Browser type and version

  • Device information

  • Pages visited and time spent on pages

  • Referral source

This information is collected using cookies and similar technologies.


3. HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION

We only collect and use personal information where there is a lawful basis to do so.

We may use your information to:

  • Respond to enquiries and applications

  • Assess suitability and fit for our services

  • Provide services and manage client relationships

  • Communicate regarding services, updates, or relevant insights

  • Improve website performance and user experience

  • Comply with legal and regulatory obligations

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.


4. LAWFUL BASIS FOR PROCESSING (GDPR & UK GDPR)

We process personal data under one or more of the following lawful bases:

  • Consent – where you have explicitly provided it

  • Contract – where processing is necessary to perform a contract

  • Legitimate interests – where processing is necessary for business operations and does not override your rights

  • Legal obligation – where required by law

You may withdraw consent at any time by contacting us.


5. POPIA COMPLIANCE (SOUTH AFRICA)

In accordance with POPIA, we commit to:

  • Processing personal information lawfully and transparently

  • Collecting information for a specific, lawful purpose

  • Retaining information only as long as necessary

  • Implementing appropriate security safeguards

  • Allowing access, correction, or deletion upon request


6. DATA SHARING & THIRD PARTIES

We may share personal information with trusted third parties only where necessary, including:

  • CRM and email systems (e.g. Agile CRM)

  • Website hosting and analytics providers

  • Professional advisors (legal, accounting)

All third parties are required to:

  • Process data lawfully

  • Implement appropriate security measures

  • Use data only for the intended purpose


7. INTERNATIONAL DATA TRANSFERS

As we operate across multiple regions, your information may be processed or stored outside your country of residence.

Where international transfers occur, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, including:

  • GDPR-compliant data processing agreements

  • Secure systems and access controls


8. DATA RETENTION

We retain personal information only for as long as:

  • It is necessary for the purpose collected

  • Required by law or regulation

  • Needed to resolve disputes or enforce agreements

When information is no longer required, it is securely deleted or anonymised.


9. YOUR RIGHTS

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:

  • Access your personal information

  • Request correction of inaccurate data

  • Request deletion of your data

  • Object to processing

  • Withdraw consent

  • Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority

Relevant authorities include:

  • UK Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO)

  • South African Information Regulator

To exercise your rights, contact us at: [insert email]


10. COOKIES

Our website uses cookies to:

  • Analyse traffic and usage

  • Improve functionality

  • Enhance user experience

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect site functionality.


11. SECURITY MEASURES

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect personal information, including:

  • Secure hosting environments

  • Access controls

  • Encryption where appropriate

  • Regular system updates

No system is completely secure, but we take reasonable steps to minimise risk.


12. MARKETING COMMUNICATIONS

We will only send marketing communications where:

  • You have opted in

  • There is an existing business relationship and legitimate interest

You may unsubscribe at any time using the link provided or by contacting us directly.


13. CHANGES TO THIS POLICY

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect legal or operational changes.

The latest version will always be available on our website.


14. CONTACT US

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal information, please contact:

Email: hello@lazarusmarketing.co.za
Business name: Lazarus Marketing