Last Updated: June 2026
Welcome to GrantsPortal (“we,” “our,” or “us”). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit and interact with our website.
By using GrantsPortal, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.
About GrantsPortal
GrantsPortal is an independent South African information platform that provides news, updates, guides, and educational content related to grants, bursaries, scholarships, NSFAS funding, government programmes, learnerships, internships, and other opportunities.
We are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or operated by SASSA, NSFAS, or any South African government department.
Information We Collect
Information You Provide
We may collect information that you voluntarily provide, including:
- Name
- Email address
- Information submitted through contact forms
- Comments, feedback, and enquiries
Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Device information
- Pages visited
- Time spent on pages
- Referring websites
- General usage data
How We Use Your Information
We may use collected information to:
- Improve our website and content
- Respond to enquiries and support requests
- Send newsletters and updates (where subscribed)
- Analyse website traffic and user behaviour
- Improve user experience
- Protect website security and prevent abuse
Cookies
GrantsPortal may use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Improve website functionality
- Remember user preferences
- Analyse website performance
- Measure audience engagement
- Display relevant advertisements
You may disable cookies through your browser settings, although some website features may not function properly.
Third-Party Services
We may use third-party services including:
- Google Analytics
- Google AdSense
- Search Console
- Email service providers
- Website hosting providers
- Security and performance tools
These third parties may collect and process information according to their own privacy policies.
Advertising
GrantsPortal may display advertisements provided by third-party advertising partners, including Google AdSense.
These advertising partners may use cookies and similar technologies to deliver personalised advertisements and measure advertising performance.
We do not control the data collection practices of third-party advertisers.
Data Security
We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and security measures designed to protect your personal information.
However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
External Links
Our website may contain links to external websites, including government departments, educational institutions, and funding organisations.
We are not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or security of external websites.
Children’s Privacy
GrantsPortal is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
Your Rights
Subject to applicable laws, you may have the right to:
- Access your personal information
- Request correction of inaccurate information
- Request deletion of personal information
- Withdraw consent where applicable
- Submit privacy-related enquiries
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the details below.
Contact Us
If you have questions regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us:
📧 Email: info@grantsportal.org.za
🌐 Website: https://grantsportal.org.za
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page together with an updated revision date.
Your continued use of GrantsPortal after changes are published constitutes acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy.