Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

GBM Accounting, a division of GBM Consulting (Pty) Ltd, is committed to protecting the privacy and personal information of our clients, website visitors and business contacts. We process personal information in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act, 2013 (POPIA) and, where applicable, the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

2. Information We Collect

We may collect and process the following information:

– Full names and contact details
– Identity or passport information where required
– Tax reference numbers and SARS-related information
– Financial and accounting records
– Company registration information
– Banking information where necessary
– Information submitted through our website, forms or correspondence

3. How We Use Personal Information

We use personal information to:

– Provide tax, bookkeeping and accounting services
– Communicate with clients
– Meet legal and regulatory obligations
– Maintain client records
– Process enquiries and requests
– Improve our services and website

4. Legal Basis for Processing

We process personal information where:

– It is necessary to provide requested services
– We are required to do so by law
– We have a legitimate business interest
– Consent has been provided where required

 5. Sharing of Information

We do not sell personal information.

Information may be shared with:

– SARS and other regulatory authorities where required
– Professional advisers and service providers
– Cloud service providers used to deliver our services
– Third parties where legally required

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect personal information against unauthorised access, loss, misuse or disclosure.

7. Data Retention

Personal information is retained only for as long as necessary to fulfil legal, regulatory and business requirements.

8. Your Rights

Subject to applicable law, you may have the right to:

– Access your personal information
– Request correction of inaccurate information
– Request deletion of information where legally permissible
– Object to certain processing activities
– Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent

9. Cookies and Website Analytics

Our website may use cookies and analytics tools to improve user experience and website performance. You may manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions regarding this Privacy Policy or how your personal information is processed, please contact us:

GBM Accounting

Email: contact@gbmconsulting.co.za

Cape Town, South Africa

11. Changes to this Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The latest version will always be published on our website.