Privacy Policy
Legal Disclaimer
The information provided on this website is intended to offer general, high-level information about CLK Design Studio (Pty) Ltd, our services, and our approach to design, project delivery, and professional practice. While we take reasonable care to ensure that the information presented is accurate and up to date, it should not be relied upon as legal, financial, professional, or regulatory advice.
Any references to policies, procedures, or regulatory requirements are provided for informational purposes only and may not be applicable to your specific circumstances. CLK Design Studio cannot anticipate the unique legal, contractual, or compliance requirements that may apply to each project, jurisdiction, client, or stakeholder.
Visitors are encouraged to seek independent professional or legal advice where required, particularly in relation to contractual matters, regulatory compliance, data protection obligations, or project-specific decisions. Use of this website and any reliance on the information contained herein is entirely at the user’s own risk.
Information Management
CLK Design Studio is committed to protecting the privacy and personal information of our clients, collaborators, consultants, website visitors, and business partners. This Privacy Policy explains, in broad terms, how we collect, use, store, and protect personal information in the demonstrated course of our operations.
Below is an outline of:
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the types of personal information collected;
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how that information is used, processed, and stored;
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how privacy is safeguarded; and
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the rights individuals have in relation to their personal data.
CLK Design Studio handles personal information responsibly and in accordance with applicable data protection and privacy laws, including the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) of South Africa, as well as other relevant international privacy principles where applicable.
By engaging with our website, submitting enquiries, or entering into a business relationship with CLK Design Studio, you acknowledge and accept the practices described in this Privacy Policy.
Privacy Policy Scope
1. Information We Collect
We may collect personal information such as:
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names, contact details, and professional information;
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project-related information submitted through enquiries or proposals;
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website usage data collected through cookies or analytics tools.
Information is collected only where it is necessary for legitimate business purposes, such as responding to enquiries, delivering professional services, managing projects, or improving our website experience.
2. How and Why We Use Information
Personal information is used to:
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communicate with clients and stakeholders;
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provide architectural, design, and consulting services;
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administer projects, contracts, and business relationships;
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comply with legal, regulatory, and professional obligations.
We do not collect personal information for purposes unrelated to our business activities.
3. Sharing of Information
CLK Design Studio does not sell or trade personal information. Information may be shared only where necessary, including with:
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appointed consultants and professional partners;
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statutory authorities where required by law;
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service providers supporting our operations (e.g. IT, hosting, or analytics services).
All such sharing is undertaken with appropriate safeguards in place.
4. Data Security and Retention
We implement reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect personal information against unauthorised access, loss, or misuse. Personal information is retained only for as long as necessary to fulfil its purpose or comply with legal requirements.
5. Rights of Individuals
Visitors, clients, and stakeholders have the right to:
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request access to their personal information;
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request correction or deletion of inaccurate information;
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object to or restrict certain processing activities, subject to applicable law.
6. Children’s Information
CLK Design Studio does not knowingly collect personal information from minors without appropriate consent and safeguards.