Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

Last updated: 28 October 2025

Dr Nicole Dickson respects the privacy of every person who visits this website and is committed to protecting all personal information shared through it. This policy explains how information is collected, used, and safeguarded when you engage with the website or make contact.

1. Information Collected

The only personal information collected through this website is what you choose to share through the contact form. This includes:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Message content

This information is sent directly by email to Dr Nicole Dickson via a secure plugin (WP Forms Lite). It is not stored on the website or shared with any external databases.

2. Purpose of Collection

Information shared through the contact form is used only for:

  • Responding to your enquiry

  • Providing the information or support requested

  • Maintaining appropriate professional communication

No personal information is ever sold, traded, or used for marketing purposes.

3. Website Analytics

This website uses a plugin called Independent Analytics to understand how visitors use the site.
These analytics collect general, non-identifying information such as pages visited, time spent on the site, and traffic sources. This helps improve the website’s content and user experience.

Analytics data does not include names, contact details, or personal messages.

4. Cookies

Some cookies may be used to support website functionality or analytics.
The website uses CookieYes to display a cookie notice and manage consent preferences.

You can choose to accept or reject cookies when you visit the site. You can also adjust or clear cookies through your browser settings at any time. For more information about the specific cookies used on this website, please see the Cookie Policy managed by CookieYes.

5. Data Access & Security

Contact form submissions are sent directly to Dr Nicole Dickson’s email inbox.
Access to this information is limited to:

  • Dr Nicole Dickson, for professional correspondence

  • The website designer, for technical maintenance of the site

Appropriate measures are taken to keep information secure and confidential.

6. Data Retention

Emails received via the contact form may be retained for administrative or record-keeping purposes, but only as long as reasonably necessary for professional communication or as required by law.

7. POPIA & GDPR Compliance

This website complies with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) of South Africa and aligns with the principles of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) for visitors outside South Africa.

You have the right to:

  • Request access to the personal information held about you

  • Request correction or deletion of your information

  • Withdraw consent to communication at any time

Requests can be sent via email to: nickydickson@mweb.co.za

8. Third-Party Links

This website may include links to external sites (for example, social media platforms).
Dr Nicole Dickson is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites and encourages visitors to read their privacy policies.

9. Changes to This Policy

This policy may be updated occasionally to reflect new practices or legal requirements. The latest version will always be available on this website, and the “Last updated” date will be revised accordingly.

10. Contact

For any questions or requests related to this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact:

Dr Nicole Dickson
📧 nickydickson@mweb.co.za
📞 083 407 0763
🌐 drnicoledickson.com