Last updated: October 2025

These Website Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of this website (the “Website”) operated by Smart Business Accountants (Pty) Ltd (“we”, “us”, or “our”), a legal bookkeeping and accounting firm registered and operating in the Republic of South Africa.

By accessing or using this Website, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, please do not use the Website.

1. About Us
Smart Business Accountants (Pty) Ltd is a people-driven bookkeeping and accounting firm providing specialised legal bookkeeping and accounting services to attorneys’ practices and related professional firms across South Africa.

Our services include, but are not limited to:
Legal bookkeeping and trust accounting;
Accounting and financial reporting;
Tax compliance and submissions;
Payroll processing and submissions;
VAT calculations and submissions;
Management accounts and financial performance reporting;
Compliance support related to regulatory and professional body requirements.

Information on this Website is provided for general informational purposes only and does not constitute professional, accounting, tax or legal advice.

2. Use of the Website
You agree to use this Website:
Only for lawful purposes;
In a manner that does not infringe the rights of others;
Without attempting to gain unauthorised access to the Website, its systems, or data.

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate access to the Website if you breach these Terms.

While we take reasonable steps to protect your information submitted via the Website, we do not guarantee that communications sent via the Website or email are secure or confidential. Users submit information at their own risk.

3. No Professional Advice
The content on this Website is intended to provide helpful, high-level information about our services and general accounting and compliance topics.
The content does not constitute accounting, tax, legal or financial advice.
It is not a substitute for professional advice tailored to your specific circumstances.
A formal client relationship is only established once a written engagement agreement has been signed by both parties.
You should always obtain professional advice before acting on any information obtained from this Website.

4. Accuracy of Information
We take reasonable care to ensure that the information on this Website is accurate, current, and relevant. However:
Laws, regulations, and professional standards may change;
Information may not reflect your specific circumstances;
We do not warrant that all content is complete, error-free, or up to date at all times.

Smart Business Accountants (Pty) Ltd will not be liable for any loss or damage resulting from reliance on information published on this Website.

5. Intellectual Property
All content on this Website, including text, logos, graphics, images, and layout, is owned by or licensed to Smart Business Accountants (Pty) Ltd and is protected by South African and international intellectual property laws.

You may:
View and download content for personal, non-commercial use only.

You may not:
Reproduce, distribute, modify or exploit any content without our prior written consent.

6. Third-Party Links
This Website may contain links to third-party websites for convenience.
We do not control or endorse third-party websites;
We are not responsible for their content, availability, or privacy practices;
Accessing third-party websites is at your own risk.

7. Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted under the Consumer Protection Act 68 of 2008 and any other applicable South African legislation, Smart Business Accountants (Pty) Ltd shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential or special damages arising from your use of, or reliance on, this Website.
This includes, without limitation, loss of profits, business interruption, loss of data, or reputational damage.

We shall not be liable for any delays or failure to respond caused by events beyond our reasonable control, including but not limited to power outages, system failures, acts of God, or governmental action.

Nothing in these Terms excludes or limits liability where it would be unlawful to do so under South African law.

8. Indemnity
You agree to indemnify and hold Smart Business Accountants (Pty) Ltd, its directors, employees, and agents harmless from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses arising out of:
Your use of the Website;
Your breach of these Terms;
Your violation of any applicable law or third-party rights.

9. Privacy and POPIA
Your use of this Website is governed by our Privacy Policy, which complies with the Protection of Personal Information Act 4 of 2013 (POPIA).
By using this Website, you consent to the lawful collection, processing, and storage of personal information in accordance with our Privacy Policy.

10. Website Disclaimer (Tax, Trust and Regulatory Matters)
The information provided on this Website is intended for general guidance and informational purposes only, particularly in relation to taxation, trust accounting, and regulatory compliance applicable to legal practices.

No information on this Website constitutes advice for purposes of the Income Tax Act, Value Added Tax Act, Tax Administration Act, or any other tax legislation.
Trust accounting information is provided on a general basis and does not replace the duties imposed on legal practitioners by the Legal Practice Act 28 of 2014 and the rules of the Legal Practice Council (LPC).
Responsibility for compliance with trust accounting, record keeping, and reporting requirements remains with the legal practice at all times.

While we assist and support clients with bookkeeping, accounting, and compliance processes, we do not assume the statutory or fiduciary responsibilities of a legal practitioner or director.

You should obtain professional advice specific to your circumstances before taking, or refraining from, any action based on information contained on this Website.

11. Cookies
This Website may use cookies to improve user experience and website functionality.
You may disable cookies in your browser settings; however, this may affect the functionality of the Website.

12. Changes to These Terms
We reserve the right to amend these Terms at any time.
Updated Terms will be posted on this page.
Continued use of the Website after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

12. Governing Law and Jurisdiction
These Terms are governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of the Republic of South Africa.
You agree that any dispute arising out of or in connection with these Terms or your use of this Website shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the South African courts.

14. Contact Details
If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us at:
Smart Business Accountants (Pty) Ltd
Email: sales@sbacc.co.za
Telephone: 086 111 3999
Address: 35 Anderson Road, Joostenberg Vlakte, Cape Town 7570