Privacy Policy

Effective date: 1 January 2026

1. Introduction

WhatWeWant.co.za ("the Platform") is operated by The Geek Network. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information in compliance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) of South Africa.

2. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of information:

  • Account information — phone number and authentication details when you register
  • Content — stories, comments, and votes you submit
  • Usage data — pages visited, features used, and interaction patterns
  • Device information — browser type, operating system, and IP address for language detection
  • Location — approximate location derived from IP address to show relevant content

3. How We Use Your Information

  • To provide and personalise the Platform experience
  • To detect your preferred language and show localised content
  • To moderate content and enforce community guidelines
  • To improve the Platform through analytics
  • To communicate important updates about the service

4. Data Sharing

We do not sell your personal information. Your data may be shared within The Geek Network ecosystem to provide integrated services. We may share data with law enforcement when required by South African law.

5. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures including encryption in transit, secure authentication through The Geek Network's centralised auth system, and regular security reviews. However, no system is completely secure and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Your Rights Under POPIA

You have the right to:

  • Access your personal information held by us
  • Request correction of inaccurate information
  • Request deletion of your personal information
  • Object to the processing of your personal information
  • Lodge a complaint with the Information Regulator

7. Cookies and Local Storage

We use browser local storage to save your language preference and theme settings. No third-party tracking cookies are used. Essential session data is stored to keep you logged in.

8. Children's Privacy

The Platform is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy from time to time. We will notify users of material changes through the Platform.

10. Contact

For privacy-related enquiries, contact our Information Officer at hello@whatwewant.co.za.