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Is your estate POPIA compliant?
Find out in 3 minutes.

Answer 10 plain-language questions about your data practices. Get an instant compliance score, your top gaps, and a free PDF report — no legal knowledge required.

R10M Maximum fine per violation
10 yrs Possible prison term for IOs
Jul 2021 POPIA in full effect since
3 min Time to complete this snapshot
The risk is real

Most HOAs are exposed.
And most trustees don't know it.

POPIA has been fully enforceable since July 2021. Your HOA processes the personal information of every resident, visitor, employee, and contractor on your estate. That makes you a responsible party under the Act — whether your trustees know it or not.

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Personal liability for trustees
The Information Officer — typically a trustee — faces personal fines and up to 10 years in prison for serious non-compliance. Volunteers are not exempt.
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Fines up to R10 million
The Information Regulator can impose administrative fines of up to R10 million per violation. A single data breach without a response plan can trigger multiple violations.
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Active enforcement is underway
The Information Regulator has issued enforcement notices and is actively investigating complaints. The grace period is over — investigations are being opened.
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HOAs are a specific target
Estates collect and store large volumes of sensitive data: ID copies, vehicle registrations, biometric access data, CCTV footage, and financial records. All of it is regulated.
Simple process

Three steps to clarity

No compliance background needed. If you know how your estate runs, you can answer these questions.

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Answer 10 questions

Plain-language yes/no questions about your estate's data practices. Takes under 3 minutes.

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Get your score instantly

Your compliance band — Red, Amber, or Green — with your top 3 gaps identified and explained.

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Download your report

A free 2-page PDF you can share with your board, your managing agent, or your legal advisor.

What's included

Everything you need to start

Completely free. No credit card. No signup required to see your results.

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Compliance score (0–100)
Instant Red / Amber / Green band with a plain-language explanation of what it means for your estate.
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Your top 3 compliance gaps
The highest-priority areas where your estate is exposed, with the relevant POPIA sections identified.
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Free 2-page PDF report
A shareable report for your board meeting or AGM. Generated instantly in your browser — no email required.
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A clear next step
Know exactly what to prioritise first. No more guessing where to start your compliance journey.
Made for you

Built for the people who run South African estates

Not for lawyers. For trustees, managers, and managing agents who need to get this done.

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HOA & Body Corporate Trustees
Volunteer trustees who need to know whether the estate is exposed — without needing a law degree to find out.
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Information Officers
The trustee or appointee personally responsible for POPIA compliance. Start here to understand your exposure before the Information Regulator does.
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Managing Agents
Run the snapshot for each estate in your portfolio. Identify the ones that need urgent attention before a complaint is lodged.
Tier 1 Assessment

Ready to go further?

The Snapshot gives you a starting point. The full 10-module assessment gives you a complete compliance roadmap — every gap identified, prioritised, and paired with the policy template or action needed to close it.

10-module assessment covering every POPIA compliance area relevant to your estate's specific profile
Tailored compliance roadmap with prioritised tasks and estimated effort
Ready-to-use policy templates — Privacy Notice, Operator Agreement, CCTV Policy, and more
Plain-language guidance for every gap — what it means, why it matters, how to fix it
Human review — every assessment is reviewed by our compliance team before delivery
R2,500
once-off
Full 10-module POPIA compliance assessment tailored to your estate.
10-module assessment
Policy templates included
Compliance roadmap
Human compliance review
PDF report for your board
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Frequently asked questions

How long does the Snapshot take?

Under 3 minutes for most people. There are 10 questions and no branching — you answer each one and move on. The results are instant.

Do I need legal or compliance knowledge to answer the questions?

No. Questions are written in plain language for trustees and estate managers, not lawyers. If you know how your estate operates day-to-day, you can answer them.

Is it really free? What's the catch?

It's completely free. No credit card, no obligation. We offer it as a starting point — if you want to go further and get a full compliance roadmap, that's our paid assessment at R2,500.

What does the Snapshot actually tell me?

You get a compliance score (0–100), a Red / Amber / Green band, your top 3 compliance gaps with explanations, and a free 2-page PDF report you can share with your board or managing agent.

Does this apply to my body corporate / sectional title scheme?

Yes. POPIA applies to all organisations that process personal information — including body corporates, sectional title schemes, HOAs, and gated estates. The questions are designed to cover all community scheme types.

What happens to my answers?

Your answers are used only to calculate your results and generate your report. If you provide your email, we'll send you compliance tips. We will never sell or share your information with third parties.

We already have a managing agent — doesn't that mean we're compliant?

Not necessarily. Your managing agent is an "operator" under POPIA — they process data on your behalf, but your HOA remains the "responsible party." You are still legally accountable for compliance, including having a written agreement in place with your managing agent.

Is this legal advice?

No. The Snapshot is a high-level indicative assessment only. It is not legal advice and should not be relied on as such. For specific legal advice, consult a qualified attorney or compliance professional.

Your residents trust you with their data.
Make sure that trust is earned.

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