Arbeex Privacy Policy
Effective Date: 01 November 2025
Last Updated: 04 November 2025
Website: https://www.arbeex.com
Operator: Arbees World Digital Services (“Arbeex”)
Introduction
This Privacy Policy explains how Arbeex collects, uses, discloses, and protects your personal information when you use our websites, applications, and related services (collectively, “the Platform”). Arbeex respects your privacy and complies with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) of South Africa, the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) of the European Union, and other applicable laws. By using the Platform, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.
Information We Collect
We collect the following categories of data:
Information You Provide Voluntarily: Account registration details (name, email, password, etc.), Payment or billing information (for subscriptions or premium services), Customer support messages or inquiries, Marketing preferences and feedback.
Information Collected Automatically: IP address, browser type, operating system, device identifiers, Date/time/duration of access, Clickstream data, search queries, browsing behavior, Referring URLs and outbound link activity. This data is collected using cookies, analytics tools, and server logs.
Information from Third Parties: Arbeex may receive limited information from RSS feeds and content providers (non-personal data only), payment processors (for billing verification), and analytics or advertising partners. We do not collect sensitive personal data such as ID numbers, health information, or political opinions.
How We Use Your Information
We use collected data to: provide, operate, and maintain the Platform; customize your experience and show relevant content; process payments and manage subscriptions; send notifications, alerts, or newsletters (with consent); improve website functionality, analytics, and performance; prevent fraud, unauthorized access, or abuse; comply with legal and regulatory requirements.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Arbeex uses cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies to enhance functionality and personalize user experience. You can manage or disable cookies in your browser settings, but some features of the Platform may not function properly if cookies are disabled.
Data Sharing and Disclosure
Arbeex does not sell your personal information. We may share limited data only when necessary: with service providers (e.g., payment gateways, analytics tools, cloud hosting); to comply with legal obligations or lawful requests from authorities; to protect our legal rights, prevent fraud, or enforce our Terms of Service; during a business transfer (e.g., merger, acquisition). All third-party partners are contractually bound to protect user data in accordance with this Policy.
International Data Transfers
Where data is transferred outside of South Africa or your local jurisdiction, Arbeex ensures appropriate data protection safeguards are in place, consistent with POPIA and GDPR standards.
Data Retention
Arbeex retains your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described above, comply with applicable legal obligations, and resolve disputes or enforce agreements. Once data is no longer needed, it is securely deleted or anonymized.
Your Rights
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to: access and receive a copy of your personal information; request correction or deletion (‘right to be forgotten’); withdraw consent for processing or marketing communications; object to certain types of data processing; lodge a complaint with the Information Regulator (South Africa) or your local data authority. Requests can be sent to privacy@arbeex.com. We will respond within a reasonable period in compliance with applicable laws.
Data Security
Arbeex uses industry-standard security measures to protect user information, including: encryption (HTTPS and SSL protocols); secure servers and restricted data access; regular monitoring for unauthorized access. However, no system is completely secure, and users share data at their own risk.
Third-Party Links and Content
Arbeex aggregates headlines and links from third-party publishers via RSS feeds and APIs. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or policies of those external sites. Users are encouraged to review the privacy policies of any third-party website they visit.
Children’s Privacy
Arbeex does not knowingly collect personal information from anyone under the age of 16. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, contact us immediately at privacy@arbeex.com to request deletion.
Changes to This Policy
Arbeex reserves the right to update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with the ‘Last Updated’ date revised. Continued use of the Platform constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact Us
If you have any questions, requests, or complaints regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact:
Privacy Office – Arbeex
Email: privacy@arbeex.com
Website: www.arbeex.com
Jurisdiction: South Africa