Privacy Policy

Last updated: January 2024

1. Introduction

NairaGig ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our platform. Please read this policy carefully.

2. Information We Collect

Personal Information

We collect information that you provide directly to us, including:

  • Name, email address, and phone number
  • Profile information (bio, skills, portfolio)
  • Payment information and transaction history
  • Communication preferences
  • Identity verification documents

Automatically Collected Information

  • Device information (IP address, browser type, operating system)
  • Usage data (pages visited, time spent, features used)
  • Cookies and similar tracking technologies
  • Location data (with your permission)

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Provide, maintain, and improve our services
  • Process transactions and send related information
  • Send you technical notices and support messages
  • Respond to your comments and questions
  • Send marketing communications (with your consent)
  • Monitor and analyze trends and usage
  • Detect and prevent fraud and abuse
  • Comply with legal obligations

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We may share your information in the following circumstances:

  • With other users: Profile information is visible to other users
  • Service providers: Third parties who perform services on our behalf
  • Business transfers: In connection with mergers or acquisitions
  • Legal requirements: When required by law or to protect rights
  • With your consent: When you authorize us to share information

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law. When we no longer need your information, we will securely delete or anonymize it.

7. Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

  • Access: Request access to your personal information
  • Correction: Request correction of inaccurate information
  • Deletion: Request deletion of your information
  • Opt-out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications
  • Data portability: Request a copy of your data
  • Withdraw consent: Withdraw consent for data processing

8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Remember your preferences and settings
  • Understand how you use our platform
  • Improve our services and user experience
  • Deliver relevant advertisements

You can control cookies through your browser settings, but disabling cookies may affect platform functionality.

9. Third-Party Services

Our platform may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any information.

10. Children's Privacy

Our platform is not intended for users under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us immediately.

11. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. Your continued use of the platform after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

Email: privacy@nairagig.com

Data Protection Officer: dpo@nairagig.com

Address: Lagos, Nigeria