Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 08 July 2025
Last Updated: 08 july 2025

At Elevate Evidence Hub (EEH), we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal information is handled in a safe, transparent, and responsible manner. This policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and protect your data when you engage with our website, services, or communications.

1. What Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

Name, email address, and contact details (when you subscribe, donate, or contact us)
Organizational affiliation or professional details (if you partner or collaborate with us)
IP address, browser type, and usage data (via cookies or analytics tools)

We do not collect sensitive personal data (e.g., ID numbers, financial details) unless required and explicitly consented to.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

Respond to inquiries and communicate with you
Share newsletters, event invitations, or project updates (only if you opt in)
Improve our website and services through analytics
Comply with legal or funding obligations

Your information will never be sold to third parties.

3. Cookies & Analytics

Our website may use cookies and third-party analytics (e.g., Google Analytics) to improve user experience. You can disable cookies in your browser settings at any time.

4. Data Sharing & Storage

We only share your data with trusted service providers (e.g., email tools, website hosts) who comply with privacy laws and only process data on our behalf.

All data is stored securely. We retain personal data only as long as necessary for our operations or legal requirements.

5. Your Rights

You have the right to:

Request access to the personal data we hold about you
Request correction or deletion of your data
Withdraw consent at any time for communications
Lodge a complaint with a data protection authority if you believe your data is misused

To exercise these rights, please email us at: info@evidencehub.co.za

6. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to external sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of other websites.

7. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any changes will be reflected here with the updated date.