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Naijathread - Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy describes how [Insert Company Legal Name Here] (collectively, “Naijathread,” “We,” “Us,” or “Our”) collects, uses, stores, shares, and protects your information in connection with your use of the Naijathread mobile application and website (the “Service”).

By accessing or using the Service, you confirm that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and our Terms of Service.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information that identifies, relates to, describes, or could reasonably be linked, directly or indirectly, with you (“Personal Data”).

1.1. Information You Provide Directly

  • Account Data: Username, email address, password (encrypted), and profile information (name, bio, location, profile picture, etc.).
  • User-Generated Content (UGC): Posts, comments, replies, direct messages, photos, and videos you create or share. UGC posted publicly is public information.
  • Correspondence: Records of communication when you contact us for support or inquiries.

1.2. Information Collected Automatically

  • Usage Data: Information about how you use the Service, such as features accessed, time, and duration of activity.
  • Device Data: Information about your device, including hardware model, OS version, IP address, and identifiers.
  • Location Data: General (non-precise) location derived from IP address; precise data only with explicit consent.
  • Cookies and Tracking: We use cookies and tracking technologies to analyze trends and manage the platform.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information for the following purposes:

  • Provide and Maintain the Service: For account creation, core functionality, and platform performance.
  • Improve and Personalize: To understand usage, test features, and tailor experiences.
  • Security and Safety: To verify accounts, detect fraud, enforce Terms, and uphold our CSAE Zero-Tolerance Policy (Section 5).
  • Communication: To respond to support requests and send updates or alerts.
  • Advertising (If Applicable): To deliver personalized ads and marketing based on your preferences.

3. How We Share and Disclose Your Information

  • Publicly Posted UGC: Content disclosed publicly is visible to all users and may appear in search results.
  • With Other Users: Interactions such as follows, replies, and mentions reveal your username and profile info.
  • Third-Party Service Providers: We share data with service providers for hosting, analytics, payments, etc.
  • Legal Requirements: Disclosure may occur to comply with law or defend against legal claims.
  • Merger or Acquisition: Your data may be transferred in the event of a merger or sale of assets.

4. Data Retention and Security

We retain your Personal Data as long as needed to provide our Service or meet legal obligations. We use industry-standard safeguards, but no online method is 100% secure.

5. Children's Privacy and CSAE Zero Tolerance

  • Age of Use: The Service is for users aged 13+. Data from users under 13 will be deleted immediately upon discovery.
  • CSAE Policy: We strictly prohibit Child Sexual Abuse and Exploitation. Violations will be reported and accounts permanently suspended.

6. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

  • Access/Portability: Request a copy of your Personal Data.
  • Correction: Request correction of inaccurate data.
  • Deletion (“Right to be Forgotten”): Request data deletion, subject to legal exceptions.
  • Opt-Out of Marketing: Manage or disable marketing communications in your settings.

7. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Updates will appear on this page with a new “Last Updated” date and may include email or in-app notifications.

8. Contact Information

For any questions or concerns, contact us at support@naijathread.xyz.

Last Updated: [Insert Date]