POPIA for private landlords
2 min read · Updated 12 October 2026
As an owner you collect personal information about your tenant, so POPIA applies to you too. Only keep what the tenancy needs, keep it safe, and don’t share it without a good reason.
Don’t store ID copies in your email or WhatsApp. In Porchlight, ID numbers are encrypted and shown only as the last four digits, and children on the lease are listed by name only.
General information, not legal or tax advice. For your situation, speak to an attorney or a tax practitioner.