Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

PLEASE READ THIS PRIVACY POLICY CAREFULLY BEFORE USING OUR WEBSITES OR SERVICES. BY ACCESSING OR USING OUR WEBSITE OR OUR SERVICES (OTHER THAN TO READ THIS PRIVACY POLICY FOR THE FIRST TIME), YOU AGREE TO THIS PRIVACY POLICY.

Introduction

This Privacy Policy tells you the types of information we collect when you use our Sites or Services, how we use that information, and the instances in which we share your information.

Summary of key principles

We thought it would be helpful to set out briefly the key ways in which we use your information and how we seek to protect privacy. Of course, we would be delighted if you read our full privacy policy.

  • We typically collect two kinds of information about you: (a) personally identifying information; and (b) non-personally identifying information;
  • This information is transmitted to, held and processed by us in Uganda.
  • We typically use this information to provide services, deliver targeted advertising, and produce reports;
  • We may disclose this information to authorized third parties;
  • You may opt-out of certain activities;
  • We use cookies but allow browser control;
  • We encrypt data using SSL;
  • You can update your account info;
  • The site is not for children under 13;
  • This policy may change over time.

I. What information do we collect?

We collect two kinds of information related to you: (a) Personally Identifiable Information (“PII”); and (b) Non-Personally Identifiable Information (“Non-PII”).

(a) Personally Identifiable Information

We collect PII when you register, participate in surveys, reviews, newsletters, etc. This includes your name, address, email, phone number, and demographic details.

(b) Non-Personally Identifiable Information

We collect non-PII such as IP addresses, browser type, and website usage data to help analyze traffic and improve our services.

II. How we use & share the information collected

We use both PII and Non-PII to operate our sites, fulfill requests, and carry out promotions. We may share information with:

  • Third-party service providers;
  • Participating sponsors;
  • Affiliated companies;
  • Promotional partners;
  • Participating merchants (with your consent);
  • Other users via public forums.

III. Cookies and preference based advertising

(a) Cookies and Web Beacons

We use cookies to store non-PII on your device to enhance user experience. You can disable cookies in your browser, but some features may not work properly.

(b) Preference Based Advertising

We work with third-party ad networks that use cookies to serve personalized ads. You can opt out here.

IV. Sale of business and disclosure by law

We may disclose your information in the event of a business transfer or if required by law to protect legal rights, property, or public safety.

V. Security of information

We use SSL encryption and secure hosting to protect your data, though we cannot guarantee absolute security. You are responsible for keeping your login credentials safe.

VI. Your options & opt-outs

If you have an account, you can access and update your information at any time. You also have the following choices:

  • Stop receiving emails;
  • Opt out of third-party advertising;
  • Prevent sharing of PII with merchants;
  • Contact us for other concerns.

VII. Children

Our websites and services are not intended for children under 13. Users under 18 should only submit information with parental consent.

VIII. Revisions

This Privacy Policy may change over time to reflect updates to our practices. Any material changes will be posted here or emailed to you.