Last updated: 15.11.2025
George Paris is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal information is collected, used, and stored responsibly. This Privacy Policy explains how we handle your information when you visit our website, contact us, or make use of our services.
By using our website or engaging with our business, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of personal information:
1.1 Information You Provide Directly
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Name and surname
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Email address
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Phone number
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Billing and delivery addresses
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Company or business details
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Any information you submit through our contact forms or email
1.2 Automatically Collected Information
When you browse our website, we may automatically collect:
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IP address
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Browser type and version
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Device type
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Pages visited, time spent, and general usage data
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Cookies and similar tracking technologies
1.3 Transaction and Order Information
If you purchase products from us:
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Items purchased
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Payment method (we do not store full card details)
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Order history
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Delivery preferences
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your personal information for the following purposes:
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To process orders, payments, and deliveries
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To respond to enquiries and provide customer support
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To communicate updates, promotions, and product information
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To improve our website, services, and customer experience
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To maintain accurate business and accounting records
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To comply with legal or regulatory requirements
3. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell your personal information.
We may share your information only with:
3.1 Service Providers
Trusted third parties who help us:
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Process payments
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Deliver orders
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Host our website
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Provide analytics
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Manage marketing communication
These providers are required to keep your information secure and confidential.
3.2 Legal Obligations
We may disclose information if required by law, such as:
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Court orders
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Fraud prevention
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Compliance with regulations
4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website uses cookies to improve your browsing experience, analyse traffic, and support basic functionality (such as remembering your cart).
You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but some features may not work correctly.
5. Data Security
We take reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your information against:
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Unauthorized access
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Loss
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Misuse
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Alteration
While no system is completely secure, we strive to ensure your data is handled safely and responsibly.
6. Your Rights
Depending on South African POPIA regulations, you have the right to:
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Access the personal information we hold about you
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Request corrections to inaccurate information
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Ask us to delete your information (where legally allowed)
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Opt out of marketing communications
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Withdraw consent where applicable
To exercise your rights, contact us at the details below.
7. Retention of Information
We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to:
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Provide services
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Comply with legal requirements
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Maintain business records
8. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites.
We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites.
9. Children’s Privacy
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13.
10. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date.
11. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact us:
George Paris Electrical Wholesaler
2 Kemp Street, Humansdorp
gph@georgeparis.co.za
(+27) 42 2952663