The SA Network is an independent professional directory and community platform. This policy explains how we handle personal information submitted through the website or sent to us directly.
Information we collect
Listing applications may include a name, contact details, photograph, business information, qualifications, professional links and location. Noticeboard submissions may include the contributor’s name, email address, location, links and notice content. We may also receive enquiries, correction requests and correspondence.
How we use it
We use information to review applications and notices, verify details where requested, publish approved content, administer the network, respond to enquiries, prevent misuse and maintain accurate records.
Our lawful basis
We generally process submitted information with the contributor’s consent and to provide the service they request. We may also process limited information where necessary for our legitimate interests in operating a safe, accurate and useful network.
Public information
Approved profiles and noticeboard posts are published on the open internet and may be seen, copied or indexed by search engines. Contributors should submit only information they are comfortable making public. Internal review notes and unpublished submissions are not intentionally displayed.
Sharing and storage
We use service providers to host and operate the website and may share information with them only where needed to provide those services. We do not sell personal information. Information may be processed in countries outside the UK, subject to the safeguards used by our service providers.
Retention
We keep approved information while it remains active. Application, notice and administrative records are kept only for as long as reasonably necessary for network operations, legal obligations and resolving concerns.
Your choices and rights
You may ask us to correct, update or remove your information, withdraw consent, or request access to personal information we hold about you. Depending on applicable law, you may also have rights to restrict or object to processing and to complain to a data-protection authority.
Contact
For privacy questions or requests, email info@thesanetwork.com. We may need to verify your identity before acting on a request.