Effective Date: 19 October 2024
The Afri Council for Business and Economic Opportunities ("AfriCouncil", "we", "us", "our") values the privacy of our users ("you", "your"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and share your personal information when you use our website and services.
1. Information We Collect
We collect the following personal data:
Personal Identification Information: Names, email addresses, phone numbers, and ID/passport number
Business Information: Business names, email addresses, phone numbers, and business-related information
Payment Information: Credit card details and billing addresses for payment processing.
Technical Data: Browsing behavior, IP addresses, device information, and cookie data.
Third-Party Data: We may obtain personal data from partners, affiliates, or publicly available sources.
2. How We Collect Data
We collect data through the following means:
User Input: When you submit information via forms (membership sign-up, contact forms).
Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies and similar technologies to collect data on your browsing activities.
Third-Party Sources: Personal data from business partners, affiliates, and public records.
3. How We Use Your Data
We use your data for the following purposes:
To provide and improve our services.
To process payments.
To send targeted marketing and personalized ads.
To assist in business matchmaking activities.
To comply with legal obligations.
4. Sharing Your Data
We may share your data with the following third-party entities:
Payment Processors: For securely processing your payments.
Marketing Platforms: To deliver personalized content and targeted ads.
Business Owners/Investors: For matchmaking purposes, if you've agreed to such services.
Government and Legal Entities: As required by law or court orders.
Cookies and Analytics Providers: Such as Google Analytics, to help us track website usage.
5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies to enhance your browsing experience and analyze website traffic. You may control or disable cookies through your browser settings or using our cookie management tool.
Types of Cookies We Use:
Essential Cookies: Required for the website's functionality.
Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how users interact with the site.
6. Data Security
We implement robust security measures to protect your data:
Encryption: Sensitive data such as payment details is encrypted during transmission and storage.
Firewalls: Our servers are protected by firewalls to prevent unauthorized access.
Access Control: Only authorized personnel can access sensitive data.
7. Data Storage and Retention
Your personal data is stored on encrypted databases and secure cloud servers that comply with international security standards. We retain your data only as long as necessary to provide the requested services or as required by law.
Retention Periods:
Payment information is retained only during the service period and deleted afterward.
8. Your Data Rights
You have the right to:
Access: Request a copy of your personal data.
Correction: Update or correct any inaccuracies in your personal data.
Deletion: Request the deletion of your personal data.
Opt-Out: Adjust your preferences for receiving marketing communications and data sharing via your user profile or subscription settings.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at membercare@africouncil.org
9. International Data Transfers
Your data may be transferred internationally, including to countries outside the European Economic Area (EEA). We comply with applicable regulations, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), to ensure the protection of your data during international transfers.
10. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of any changes via email or website notifications.
11. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at: info@africouncil.org.