POPIA Compliant

Privacy Policy

Last updated: April 2026

1. Who We Are

ReadyServer is a service of JulaTech Support, a South African cybersecurity company. We are the responsible party for the personal information processed through this website and service.

Contact: [email protected]

2. What Data We Collect

We collect only the information necessary to deliver our service:

  • Contact information: Name, email address, phone number (optional), company name (optional)
  • Server credentials: VPS IP address, root access credentials (temporary), hosting provider name
  • Service details: Operating system choice, service tier, special requirements
  • Technical data: Server configuration details collected during setup

3. How We Use Your Data

Your data is used exclusively for:

  • Delivering the VPS setup and security hardening service you purchased
  • Communicating about your service (scope confirmation, progress updates, sign-off delivery)
  • Providing support during the included support window
  • Generating the sign-off document

We do not use your data for marketing, advertising, or profiling purposes.

4. Data Storage and Security

Your data is stored in South Africa. Server credentials are handled with the following security measures:

  • Credentials are changed immediately upon first access
  • Temporary credentials are stored only for the duration of the service
  • All credential data is deleted after the support window closes
  • Sign-off documents are delivered securely and not stored on our systems after delivery
  • All communication is conducted via encrypted channels (HTTPS, Signal)

5. Data Retention

  • Server credentials: Deleted immediately after handover and credential change confirmation
  • Contact information: Retained for the duration of the support window, then deleted unless you opt into ongoing communication
  • Service records: Sign-off documents are provided to you and not retained on our systems
  • Intake form submissions: Deleted after the support window closes

6. Third-Party Sharing

We do not share your personal information with third parties for marketing or commercial purposes. Your data may be processed through:

  • Payment processor: PayFast (SA-based, PCI-DSS compliant) — only payment data, no server credentials
  • Hosting provider: Your chosen VPS provider (Hetzner, DigitalOcean, etc.) — only to access your server with your permission

We will never sell, rent, or share your data without your explicit consent.

7. Your Rights Under POPIA

Under the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA), you have the right to:

  • Request access to your personal information
  • Request correction of inaccurate information
  • Request deletion of your personal information
  • Object to processing of your personal information
  • Withdraw consent at any time

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at [email protected]. We will respond within 30 days.

8. Cookies

This website uses minimal cookies necessary for functionality (session management, form security). We do not use tracking cookies, advertising cookies, or analytics cookies that identify individual users.

9. Website Security

Our website is served over HTTPS with valid SSL/TLS certificates. We implement security headers including HSTS, X-Frame-Options, X-Content-Type-Options, and Content Security Policy to protect your browsing experience.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated date. Continued use of our service after changes constitutes acceptance.

11. Complaints

If you believe your privacy rights have been violated, you may lodge a complaint with the Information Regulator (South Africa): inforegulator.org.za

Data Protection Officer

For privacy-related queries or to exercise your rights under POPIA:

[email protected]