CIK Commodity Trading

Privacy Policy

CIK Commodity Investments (Pty) Ltd, trading as CIK, respects your privacy and is committed to protecting personal information in accordance with applicable data protection laws, including the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA).

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect personal information provided through our website.

Information We Collect

We may collect the following information when you interact with our website or contact us:

  • Full name

  • Email address

  • Telephone number

  • Company name

  • Any information voluntarily submitted via contact forms or correspondence

We do not knowingly collect information from minors.

How We Use Your Information

We use personal information strictly for legitimate business purposes, including:

  • Responding to enquiries and requests

  • Assessing potential consulting, advisory, or partnership opportunities

  • Communicating regarding projects, joint ventures, or commercial discussions

  • Maintaining internal records

  • Improving our services and website performance

We do not sell, rent, or trade personal information to third parties.

Legal Basis for Processing

Personal information is processed on one or more of the following lawful bases:

  • Consent provided by submitting information

  • Legitimate business interests

  • Compliance with legal or regulatory obligations

Data Storage and Security

CIK takes reasonable technical and organisational measures to safeguard personal information against loss, misuse, unauthorised access, or disclosure.

Information is retained only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected or as required by law.

Third-Party Services

Our website may use trusted third-party services, including:

  • Website hosting providers

  • Contact Form 7

  • Google reCAPTCHA (for spam and abuse prevention)

These providers process data in accordance with their own privacy policies and applicable laws.

Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Request access to personal information we hold about you

  • Request correction or deletion of your information

  • Withdraw consent at any time

  • Lodge a complaint with the Information Regulator of South Africa

Requests can be submitted via the contact details on our website.

Updates to This Policy

CIK may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The most current version will always be available on our website.