Data & Artificial Intelligence (AI) Policy

Effective Date: 4 July 2026


Responsible Innovation

Technology built on trust.

Artificial Intelligence is transforming the way technology is designed, managed and supported.

At TechMogul, we believe AI should improve customer experiences—not replace transparency, privacy or human accountability.

This policy explains how TechMogul approaches the responsible use of data and Artificial Intelligence across our business.


Our Principles

Everything we build around data and AI is guided by five principles.

Privacy First

Your personal information belongs to you.

We only collect and process information that is reasonably necessary to operate our business and provide our services.


Human Oversight

AI assists our team.

It does not replace human judgement in matters involving customer support, warranty decisions, returns, fraud investigations or technical advice.

Important business decisions always remain subject to human review.


Transparency

If AI significantly contributes to a customer-facing service or recommendation, we aim to be transparent about its role.

We believe customers should understand when technology is assisting in the experience.


Security

Data security remains a priority regardless of whether information is processed manually or with AI-assisted tools.

Security controls apply equally across all systems.


Fairness

We strive to use AI responsibly and avoid unfair or discriminatory outcomes.

We continuously review our processes to improve accuracy and reduce unintended bias where reasonably possible.


How We Use AI

Depending on the services offered by TechMogul, AI may be used to assist with:

  • Product recommendations
  • Compatibility suggestions
  • Website search
  • Customer support assistance
  • Fraud detection
  • Website improvements
  • Inventory forecasting
  • Order processing optimisation
  • Technical knowledge retrieval
  • Internal productivity

AI is used as an assistance tool rather than an autonomous decision maker.


Human Decision Making

Where AI provides recommendations or analysis, final decisions affecting customers remain subject to review by authorised TechMogul personnel where appropriate.

Examples include:

  • Returns
  • Warranty assessments
  • Refund approvals
  • Compatibility recommendations
  • Customer disputes
  • Fraud investigations

Customer Data

We do not use customer personal information to train publicly available Artificial Intelligence models without an appropriate legal basis or your consent where required by law.

Customer information is processed in accordance with our Privacy Policy and applicable legislation.


AI-Generated Content

Some content on our website may be created or assisted by AI, including:

  • Product summaries
  • Buying guides
  • Knowledge articles
  • Marketing material
  • Technical explanations

Where necessary, this content is reviewed by our team before publication.


AI Recommendations

AI-generated recommendations are intended to assist customers in making informed purchasing decisions.

They should not be interpreted as:

  • Professional engineering advice
  • Financial advice
  • Legal advice
  • Electrical certification
  • Manufacturer guarantees

Customers should always verify specialised requirements before making critical purchasing decisions.


Technical Support

AI may assist our support team by helping retrieve documentation, compatibility information and troubleshooting guidance.

Where necessary, customers will always have access to human support.


Data Protection

Information processed using AI-assisted systems remains subject to the same security controls described in our Privacy Policy.

Reasonable technical and organisational safeguards are implemented to protect personal information.


Third-Party AI Services

TechMogul may use trusted third-party AI platforms to assist in operating our business.

Where personal information is processed by third-party service providers, we take reasonable steps to ensure they are contractually required to protect that information in accordance with applicable law.


Accuracy

Artificial Intelligence is continually evolving.

Although we strive to ensure accuracy, AI-generated information may occasionally contain errors or incomplete information.

Customers should verify important technical, compatibility or purchasing decisions before relying solely on AI-generated recommendations.


Responsible Use

We are committed to using AI responsibly.

We will not knowingly use AI to:

  • Mislead customers.
  • Manipulate purchasing decisions through deceptive practices.
  • Generate false reviews.
  • Create fraudulent product information.
  • Impersonate customers.
  • Circumvent applicable legislation.

Future Services

As TechMogul expands into cloud infrastructure, enterprise hosting and AI-ready services, this policy may evolve to reflect additional products and technologies.

Any material changes will be published on this page.


Your Rights

Customers retain the rights afforded under applicable South African legislation, including rights relating to personal information and lawful processing.

For further information, please refer to our Privacy Policy.


Contact Us

If you have questions regarding this policy or the use of Artificial Intelligence within TechMogul, please contact our team.


OVERLORD’S PROMISE

Artificial Intelligence should amplify human expertise—not replace it. At TechMogul, AI helps us work smarter, respond faster and deliver better experiences, but responsibility always remains with us. We believe technology should earn trust through transparency, accountability and respect for your privacy.