We Will Never Share Your Data with Third Parties
Effective Date: January 01, 2024
Welcome At ZegaHabesha, your privacy is our priority. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, store, protect, and share your information and with whom we share it. We recommend reading this in conjunction with our Terms and Conditions of Use.
WHO WE ARE
ZegaHabesha is a social networking platform operated by "15906881 Canada Inc" (referred to as "we" or "us" in this policy), the controller of personal information collected and processed through the ZegaHabesha App and Sites. You can reach our Data Protection Team via email at DPT@zegahabesha.com.
WHERE THIS PRIVACY POLICY APPLIES
This Privacy Policy applies to ZegaHabesha mobile applications (including the desktop version) ("App"), our websites, and microsites (such as zegahabesha.com).
COLLECTION OF INFORMATION
Registration Information: when you download the App and create an account ("Account"), we may collect certain information ("Registration Information") about you, including:
- Username
- Email address
- Mobile number
- Gender identity
- Date of birth
- Sexual preference
- Photographs
- Location
After registration, you have the flexibility to review and update your information anytime by logging into ZegaHabesha. However, please note that certain critical details, such as your Username, date of birth, and verified email/phone number, are restricted from modification. This restriction is in place to enhance security, prevent account recovery complications, and reduce the risk of spam and abuse. It remains your responsibility to ensure that your account details are accurate and up to date.
The information we collect helps enhance the App and verify our Users. Registration Information, such as sexual preference, religion, name, and username, may be visible to other Users viewing your profile page.
PROFILE INFORMATION
We encourage you to think carefully about the information you disclose about yourself. While creating your profile, please be cautious about sharing sensitive information like email addresses, phone numbers, and credit card details, which can be open to abuse and misuse.
PROFILE VERIFICATION INFORMATION
To enhance user safety and security, we may request Users to verify their accounts. This verification process may include providing your phone number and performing photo verification. These measures help prevent the creation of fake accounts and malicious activities on the platform.
PURCHASES INFORMATION
For premium services, we process payment information securely for the prevention of fraud and audit/tax purposes. Automated decisions may block transactions that breach our Terms and Conditions of Use.
GEOLOCATION INFORMATION
If you've given ZegaHabesha access to your location, we collect information to personalize the App and enhance user interactions. You can control this access through your device settings.
DEVICE INFORMATION
We may collect device information, such as unique identifiers, device models, operating systems, and more, for various purposes outlined in this policy. App access to your device's address book is solely for contact management.
LINKS
We monitor link interactions and may share aggregate click statistics.
SUCCESS STORIES, SURVEYS & CONTRIBUTION
We may run surveys for research and marketing purposes, contacting you based on your preferences.
CUSTOMER SUPPORT
Contacting Customer Support provides us with your email address and IP address for query resolution. Records are retained for 6 years after account deletion.
COOKIES AND SIMILAR TECHNOLOGIES
Cookies and similar technologies are used for data collection when using our Sites or App.
USE OF YOUR INFORMATION
Our goal is to provide an enjoyable experience on ZegaHabesha. We use your information to offer services, personalize content, conduct research, troubleshoot, and protect Users and third parties.
MODERATION PRACTICES
Automated systems and moderators monitor accounts and messages for Terms and Conditions breaches, enforcing access restrictions.
DISCLAIMER
This Privacy Policy is designed to provide insights into ZegaHabesha's data collection, usage, and moderation practices, helping you understand how your information is handled when you use our services.
LAWFUL BASIS
Under EU and UK data protection laws, we are obligated to clarify the lawful basis for processing your data. The table below outlines these bases. For instances where the basis is consent, you can withdraw it at any time. In cases of legitimate interests as the basis, you can object to our data usage. In relevant sections of this Policy, we explain how to withdraw consent or opt out of specific data uses.
|
Purpose |
Data |
Source |
Legal Basis |
|
To provide ZegaHabesha services |
Name, email address, date of birth, location (CCPA A, B) |
You provide info to us, and we obtain the location from the device |
Contractual necessity |
|
To facilitate networking on the App |
Profile information, including optional data (CCPA C, H, I, J) |
You provide info to us |
Consent |
|
To verify identity and prevent fraud |
Phone number, verification photo, device data (CCPA A, B, C, F, G, H) |
You provide info, we obtain device data |
Legitimate interests |
|
To process payment for premium services |
Payment card details (CCPA B, D) |
You provide payment info to us |
Contractual necessity |
|
To send marketing info |
Email address, mobile number (CCPA B) |
You provide contact info to us |
Consent or legitimate interests (when it's about our services) |
|
Purpose |
Data |
Source |
Legal Basis |
|
To customize content |
Location, device data (CCPA F, G, K) |
We obtain this data from your device |
Consent |
|
To improve our services and develop new ones |
Device data, log data, usage data (CCPA A, F, K) |
We obtain this data from your device |
Legitimate interests |
|
To respond to legal requests and prevent harm |
All data in relevant records (CCPA A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, I, K) |
We obtain this data from your device and through interactions with you |
Legal obligations or legitimate interests |
WHO WE SHARE INFORMATION WITH
We may share information with:
- Service providers
- Moderators
- Law enforcement agencies
- Other Users
DATA STORAGE
Your data is securely stored on our servers. We retain information for as long as needed for legitimate business purposes or legal requirements.
YOUR RIGHTS
You have rights over your data, including access, correction, deletion, and more, depending on your jurisdiction.
CHANGES TO THIS POLICY
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any significant changes.
CONTACT US
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at support@zegahabesha.com.