Privacy Policy
Welcome to Uwezo Classifieds ("Uwezo", "we", "our", or "us"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our website, mobile application, and related services available through uwezo.co.ke.
By accessing or using Uwezo Classifieds, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
1. Information We Collect
Personal Information
We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide when:
- Creating an account
- Posting advertisements
- Contacting sellers or buyers
- Subscribing to notifications
- Contacting customer support
Such information may include:
- Full name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Physical location
- Profile information
- User-generated content
Advertisement Information
When posting advertisements, we may collect:
- Product or service descriptions
- Images and videos
- Pricing information
- Business information
- Location details
Device and Usage Information
We automatically collect certain information, including:
- IP address
- Device type
- Operating system
- Browser type
- App version
- Pages visited
- Time spent on the platform
- Referring websites
2. How We Use Information
We use collected information to:
- Provide and maintain our services
- Create and manage user accounts
- Publish classified advertisements
- Facilitate communication between users
- Process customer inquiries
- Improve platform functionality
- Prevent fraud and abuse
- Enforce our Terms of Service
- Send notifications and service updates
- Comply with legal obligations
3. User Content
Users are solely responsible for the information they post on the platform.
By posting content on Uwezo Classifieds, you grant us permission to display, store, and distribute such content as necessary to provide our services.
4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We may use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Remember user preferences
- Improve website functionality
- Analyze traffic and usage patterns
- Enhance user experience
Users may disable cookies through their browser settings; however, some features may not function properly.
5. Advertising and Analytics
We may use third-party services including analytics and advertising providers to understand platform usage and improve our services.
These providers may collect information about your interactions with our platform in accordance with their own privacy policies.
6. Data Sharing
We do not sell personal information.
We may share information:
- With service providers assisting in operating the platform
- To comply with legal requirements
- To protect our rights and users
- During business transfers, mergers, or acquisitions
7. Data Security
We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures designed to protect user information against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.
However, no method of electronic storage or internet transmission is completely secure.
8. Data Retention
We retain information only as long as necessary to:
- Provide services
- Fulfill legal obligations
- Resolve disputes
- Enforce agreements
Advertisements and user accounts may remain stored until deleted by users or administrators.
9. Children's Privacy
Uwezo Classifieds is not intended for children under the age of 13.
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that such information has been collected, we will take steps to delete it promptly.
10. User Rights
Depending on applicable laws, users may have rights to:
- Access personal information
- Correct inaccurate information
- Request deletion of information
- Object to certain processing activities
- Withdraw consent where applicable
Requests may be submitted using the contact details below.
11. Third-Party Links
Our platform may contain links to third-party websites and services.
We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of such third-party sites.
12. Mobile Application Permissions
The Uwezo Classifieds mobile application may request access to:
Camera
Used to capture and upload images for advertisements.
Photos and Media
Used to select and upload images and files associated with advertisements.
Internet Access
Required to connect to our platform and display content.
Permissions are used solely for providing application functionality.
13. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.
Continued use of our services after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy.
14. Contact Us
If you have questions regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
Uwezo Classifieds
Email: support@uwezo.co.ke
Google Play Disclosure
For Google Play Data Safety compliance, the application may collect:
- Name
- Email address
- Phone number
- User-generated content (advertisements, messages, images)
- Device identifiers
- App activity
Data is used for:
- Account management
- Platform functionality
- Security and fraud prevention
- Customer support
Data is transmitted using secure protocols where applicable and is not sold to third parties.
