Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Dr Migael Pohl ("we", "us", or "our") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website at migaelpohl.co.za.

This policy is provided in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) of South Africa and, where applicable, the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) of the European Union.

2. Information We Collect

Information you provide directly

When you use the contact form on this website, we collect your name, email address, and any message you submit. This information is used solely to respond to your enquiry.

Information collected automatically

We may collect certain information automatically when you visit the website, including your IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URLs, and pages visited. This information is used for analytics and to improve the website experience.

3. Cookies

This website may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies are small text files stored on your device. You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings. Essential cookies required for the basic functioning of the website cannot be disabled.

4. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• To respond to enquiries submitted through the contact form
• To improve and maintain the website
• To analyse website usage and trends
• To comply with legal obligations

5. Sharing of Information

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties without your consent, except where required by law or to professional advisors (such as legal counsel) bound by confidentiality obligations.

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorised access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Your Rights

Under POPIA, you have the right to:

• Request access to the personal information we hold about you
• Request correction or deletion of your personal information
• Object to the processing of your personal information
• Lodge a complaint with the Information Regulator of South Africa

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details below.

8. Third-Party Links

This website contains links to third-party websites, including the East London Oral Health Centre website (elohc.co.za) and LinkedIn. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third-party sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

10. Contact

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your data protection rights, please contact us:

Email: info@elohc.co.za
Phone: +27 (43) 748-1359
Address: East London Oral Health Centre, 76 Bonza Bay Road, Beacon Bay, East London, Eastern Cape, 5241