Independent Privacy Notice

This policy applies to yoursassastatus.co.za. We operate independently of the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA).

Privacy Policy

Last updated: [January , 2026]

This Privacy Policy explains how YourSassaStatus (“we”, “us”, “our”) collects, uses, and protects information when you visit yoursassastatus.co.za.

1

Who we are

YourSassaStatus is an independent information website. We are not affiliated with SASSA or the South African government.

If you have questions about this policy, contact us at: support@yoursassastatus.co.za.

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Information we collect

A) Information you provide

We may collect information you voluntarily submit, for example:

  • Messages sent through a contact form (name, email, message content)
  • Emails you send to us

We do not require you to create an account to read our content.

B) Information collected automatically

When you visit the site, some data may be collected automatically:

  • IP address (often approximate location)
  • Device type, browser type, operating system
  • Pages viewed, time spent, referring pages
  • Cookies or similar identifiers
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Cookies and similar technologies

We may use cookies, pixels, and similar technologies to:

  • Keep the site working properly
  • Understand traffic and usage (analytics)
  • Show relevant advertisements (where applicable)

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Blocking cookies may affect certain site features.

4

Advertising (Google AdSense and other networks)

We may show ads served by third-party advertising partners, including Google. These partners may use cookies or similar technologies to:

  • Serve ads based on visits to this and other websites
  • Measure ad performance and reduce fraud

Google advertising: Google may use advertising cookies to show ads. Users can manage ad personalization in Google’s ad settings. If you are using this site in a region that requires consent for certain cookies (e.g., EU/UK), we may show a consent banner.

5

Analytics

We use analytics tools to understand how visitors use the site, collecting data such as pages visited and device information. This data helps us improve content quality and site usability.

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How we use your information

  • Responding to messages and support requests
  • Improving content and user experience
  • Monitoring site performance and preventing abuse
  • Compliance with legal obligations

We do not sell your personal information.

7

Sharing of information

We may share limited information with service providers (hosting, analytics), if required by law to protect safety, or in the case of a business transfer with appropriate safeguards.

8

Data retention

We keep information only as long as needed for the purpose it was collected or to satisfy legal and operational requirements.

9

Data security

Security Warning

We take reasonable steps to protect data. However, no website can guarantee absolute security. Avoid sharing sensitive information (like OTPs, PINs, or banking details) through email or public forms.

10

Children’s privacy

This website is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

11

Your choices and rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights to access, correct, or delete your data. Contact us to make a request.

12

Third-party links

Our site may link to official portals or external resources. We are not responsible for external sites’ privacy practices. Review their policies before sharing personal data.

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Changes to this policy

We may update this Privacy Policy as the site evolves. The updated date will appear at the top.