Question 1

What does our custom Data Breach Policy contain?

Accepted Answer

Our custom Data Breach Policy is a solution custom designed to fit your organisation and create procedures for when / if the data / personal information in your possession is accessed by someone who shouldn't. It ensures that:

• Your employees adhere to a specific procedure when they suspect or become aware of any data breach;
• Investigations into actual and suspected breaches are carried out; and
• Data breaches are reported properly, either to the Information Regulator and/or the people whose data has been breached.

Question 2

Why do I need a Data Breach Policy?

Accepted Answer

Under POPIA (Protection of Personal Information Act) and GDPR (where applicable), organisations must notify the relevant regulator and affected data subjects when a breach compromises personal information. A formal policy ensures your team knows exactly what to do, minimises response time, and demonstrates compliance with regulatory requirements.

Question 3

What types of incidents does this cover?

Accepted Answer

The policy covers all security compromises including: unauthorized access to systems or databases, lost or stolen devices containing personal information, accidental disclosure of data, ransomware and cyber attacks, and any other incident where personal information may have been accessed by unauthorized parties.

Question 4

How long does delivery take?

Accepted Answer

Standard delivery is 3 business days from when we receive your completed questionnaire. If you need your Data Breach Policy sooner, we offer an Express Delivery option which guarantees delivery within 1 business day. You can select Express Delivery as an add-on during checkout.

Question 5

What if I need changes to my policy?

Accepted Answer

Your order includes 2 rounds of revisions at no additional cost, which must be requested within 1 week of receiving your draft. This ensures you have ample opportunity to review the document and request any adjustments. Additional revision rounds beyond this can be arranged at a nominal fee.

Question 6

Who will draft my Data Breach Policy?

Accepted Answer

Your policy will be prepared by a qualified South African attorney with a minimum of 12 years of post-qualification experience in data protection, GDPR, and POPIA compliance. Our attorney has extensive experience helping organisations prepare for and respond to data breaches.

Question 7

What information will I need to provide?

Accepted Answer

After purchase, you'll receive a detailed questionnaire asking about your organisation structure, the types of personal information you process, your IT infrastructure, designated incident response team members, and existing security measures. This helps us tailor the policy to your specific operations.

Question 8

Will my policy comply with GDPR and POPIA?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Your Data Breach Policy will be drafted to comply with both GDPR (where applicable) and POPIA's breach notification requirements, including the mandatory reporting timelines and procedures set out in the Acts. Our attorney ensures your policy aligns with Information Regulator guidance and GDPR best practices.

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