Privacy Policy
Your privacy is important to us. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.
Last updated: January 2026
1. Information We Collect
The South African Black Mastiff Association (SABMA) collects information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:
- Submit a contact form or inquiry
- Subscribe to our newsletter
- Apply for membership or breeder registration
- Register a dog in our stud register
- Attend our events or appraisals
This information may include your name, email address, phone number, physical address, and details about your dogs.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Respond to your inquiries and provide customer support
- Send you newsletters and updates about SABMA activities
- Process membership and registration applications
- Maintain our breeder directory and stud register
- Organize and communicate about events
- Improve our website and services
3. Information Sharing
We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties without your consent, except:
- Breeder information that you consent to be publicly displayed in our breeder directory
- Stud dog information that you consent to be listed in our public stud register
- When required by law or to protect our rights
4. Data Security
We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure.
5. Your Rights
In accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA), you have the right to:
- Access the personal information we hold about you
- Request correction of inaccurate information
- Request deletion of your personal information
- Withdraw consent for marketing communications
- Lodge a complaint with the Information Regulator
6. Cookies
Our website may use cookies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies are small files stored on your device that help us understand how you use our website. You can choose to disable cookies through your browser settings.
7. Changes to This Policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.
8. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this privacy policy or our data practices, please contact us: