Privacy Policy
Effective: December 26, 2020Version 1.0
Privacy Policy
1. Introduction
At Africoders, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring you have a positive experience on our platform. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website and use our services.
2. Information We Collect
Personal Information You Provide:
- Name, email address, and password
- Profile information (bio, location, skills, experience)
- Payment and billing information
- Messages and communications with other users
- Content you create and upload
Information Collected Automatically:
- Log data (IP address, browser type, pages visited)
- Device information (device type, operating system)
- Cookies and similar tracking technologies
- Usage patterns and engagement metrics
- Location data (if permitted)
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- Providing, maintaining, and improving our services
- Processing transactions and sending related information
- Sending promotional communications (with your consent)
- Personalizing your experience
- Detecting and preventing fraud and abuse
- Complying with legal obligations
- Analytics and research purposes
- Responding to your inquiries and requests
4. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information in the following circumstances:
- With service providers who assist in our operations
- When required by law or legal process
- To protect our rights, privacy, safety, or property
- With your consent for specific purposes
- In connection with business transfers or acquisitions
5. Data Security
We implement comprehensive security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These include encryption, secure socket layer (SSL) technology, and regular security audits. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
6. Your Privacy Rights
You have the right to:
- Access your personal information
- Correct inaccurate data
- Request deletion of your data
- Object to processing of your information
- Request restriction of processing
- Data portability
- Withdraw consent at any time
7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience, analyze usage patterns, and deliver personalized content. You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences. Please note that disabling cookies may affect functionality.
8. Third-Party Links
Our Platform may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any information.
9. Children's Privacy
Africoders is not intended for users under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected such information, we will delete it promptly.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify you of significant changes via email or by posting the updated policy on our website. Your continued use of the Platform constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
11. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at privacy@africoders.com