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Privacy Policy

1. Data Privacy and Protection

ULN Together Technologies LTD is committed to protecting the privacy and personal data of all users in compliance with the Nigeria Data Protection Act (NDPA) 2023 and other applicable laws. This Privacy Policy explains our commitment and practices.

2. Information We Collect

We collect personal data that you provide directly to us, as well as data automatically generated from your use of our platform.

Directly Provided Information:

This includes your name, BVN, contact details, ID information, and other personal details you provide for registration and verification.

Publicly Available Content:

We collect information that you post on public parts of our platform, such as fundraiser stories, photos, and comments. This information may be visible to anyone. We encourage you to be mindful of what you share publicly.

Information Collected by Agents:

Our authorized agents collect data directly from individuals in local communities to assist with registration and verification on our platform. This data is collected on our behalf and is subject to the same strict data protection standards as data collected via the online portal. Our agents are trained on data privacy principles and are required to obtain your explicit consent before collecting any information.

Automatically Collected Information:

We collect data related to your platform usage, such as your IP address, device information, browser type, and transaction details.

3. How We Use Your Data

We process your personal data for the following purposes:

  • To Provide Services: To manage your account, process donations, verify identities, and disburse funds.
  • To Ensure Security: To detect and prevent fraud, money laundering, and other illegal activities.
  • To Personalize Your Experience: To show you relevant content and campaigns based on your activity.
  • To Improve Our Services: To analyze platform usage and make data-driven decisions to enhance our offerings.
  • To Comply with Legal Obligations: To meet our regulatory requirements.

4. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We will not sell or rent your personal data. We may share your data with the following parties:

  • Service Providers: We may share data with third-party service providers who assist us with platform operations, such as payment processors, cloud hosting services, and fraud detection tools.
  • Agents: Data collected by our agents is securely transferred to ULN Together Technologies for processing as outlined in this policy.
  • Publicly Shared Information: Any information you choose to make public on our platform, such as in a campaign story, is shared with the public.
  • Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information to law enforcement, government officials, or other third parties when required by a legal process or court order.

5. International Data Transfers

If you are a donor outside of Nigeria, your personal data may be transferred to, stored, and processed in Nigeria. When we transfer your data, we take necessary steps to ensure it receives an adequate level of protection. We may rely on your explicit consent for the transfer, especially when this is necessary for the performance of a transaction you initiated.

6. Data Security and Retention

Security Measures:

We use robust technical and organizational measures to protect your data, including encryption and regular vulnerability assessments. However, no internet transmission is 100% secure. You use the platform at your own risk.

Data Retention:

We retain your personal data for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide our services and comply with legal obligations. We reserve the right to delete inactive accounts and associated data.

7. Your Data Subject Rights

You have the right to access, rectify, erase, or object to the processing of your data, among other rights. To exercise these rights, or for any questions about our privacy practices, please contact our Data Protection Officer at compliance@upliftnigeria.com.