BY ACCESSING AND USING THIS WEBSITE AND/OR OUR SERVICES, THE USER IS PROVIDING THEIR EXPRESS AND VOLUNTARY CONSENT TO THE PROCESSING OF THEIR PERSONAL INFORMATION BY THE LNKD INVESTMENT MANAGERS (PTY) LTD ON THE BASIS SET OUT IN THIS PRIVACY NOTICE. IF THE USER DOES NOT CONSENT, THE USER MUST IMMEDIATELY STOP ACCESSING AND/OR USING THIS WEBSITE AND OUR SERVICES.

Introduction:

LNKD Investment Managers (Pty) Ltd (FSP 51257) is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Notice explains how we collect, process, share, and protect your personal information in line with the Protection of Personal Information Act, 2013 (POPIA) and applicable regulations. By using our services, engaging with us, or visiting our website, you consent to the processing of your personal information as described in this notice. 

What Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of personal information:

• Identity details (name, ID/passport number, date of birth)
• Contact information (address, email, phone number)
• Financial information (bank details, policy/investment numbers)
• Employment or company details
• Online identifiers (cookies, device details, IP address)
• Any correspondence or preferences shared with us

How We Collect Your Information

We collect personal information:

• Directly from you (e.g., through forms, calls, emails, or meetings)
• From third parties with your consent (e.g., product providers)
• Automatically via our website and digital platforms (cookies, CRM activity) 

Why We Process Your Information

We process personal information only for lawful and specific purposes, including:

• Providing financial and intermediary services
• Meeting our legal and regulatory obligations
• Performing a contract with you
• Protecting your legitimate interests 

Data Retention

We keep personal information only as long as necessary to:

• Fulfil the purposes for which it was collected, or
• Meet legal, contractual, or regulatory obligations.

Where possible, information may be de-identified for statistical or research purposes.

Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access or request correction/deletion of your personal data (by submitting Form 2 in the PAIA manual)
• Object to processing (by submitting Form 1 in the PAIA manual)
• Lodge a complaint with the Information Regulator
• Be notified if your data is compromised in a breach

Cookies and Website Use

We use cookies to enhance your browsing experience. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.

Security

We implement appropriate physical, technical, and organizational safeguards to protect your personal information. Where we use third-party service providers, we require them to apply equivalent security standards.

Cross-Border Processing

Your information may be processed or stored outside South Africa through LNKD’s systems or service providers. All cross-border transfers comply with POPIA and international data protection standards.

Updates to This Privacy Notice

We may update this notice from time to time. Updates will be published on our website and will take effect upon publication.

Contact Us

This Privacy Notice is a summary prepared for client transparency. For queries under this Privacy Notice, please contact info@lnkd.co.za