Introduction

At AfroBuy, we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our platform.

Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this Privacy Policy, please do not access the platform.

Information We Collect

We collect information that you provide directly to us when you:

• Register for an account
• Complete your profile
• List products for sale
• Make purchases
• Participate in group buying
• Contact customer support
• Participate in surveys or promotions

Personal Information

The personal information we collect may include:

• Name, email address, phone number, and physical address
• Payment information (processed securely through our payment processors)
• Profile information and photos
• Information about your agricultural products
• Transaction history

Automatically Collected Information

When you access our platform, we automatically collect certain information, including:

• Device information (device type, operating system, browser type)
• Log data (IP address, access times, pages viewed)
• Location data (with your permission)
• Usage information (interactions with the platform)

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide, maintain, and improve our platform
• Process transactions and send related information
• Facilitate group buying opportunities
• Connect buyers with sellers
• Send administrative messages, updates, and promotional content
• Respond to your comments, questions, and requests
• Monitor and analyze trends, usage, and activities
• Detect, prevent, and address fraud and other illegal activities
• Personalize your experience on the platform
• Comply with legal obligations

Information Sharing and Disclosure

We may share your information in the following situations:

• With Other Users: When you list products or participate in transactions, certain information is shared with other users involved in the transaction.
• Service Providers: We share information with third-party vendors, consultants, and other service providers who perform services on our behalf.
• Business Transfers: If AfroBuy is involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.
• Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities.
• With Your Consent: We may share information with third parties when you have given us your consent to do so.

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect the security of your personal information. However, please be aware that no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information, including:

• The right to access your personal information
• The right to rectify inaccurate information
• The right to request deletion of your information
• The right to restrict or object to processing
• The right to data portability
• The right to withdraw consent

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided in the "Contact Us" section.

Children's Privacy

Our platform is not intended for children under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

Email: privacy@afrobuy.com

Address: Plot 45, Kampala Road, Kampala, Uganda

Phone: +256 700 123 456