Privacy Policy for Wikibuntu

Effective Date: 3rd, November 2024

1. Introduction

Welcome to Wikibuntu! Your privacy is very important to us. This Privacy Policy outlines the types of information we collect, how we use it, and the rights you have regarding your personal information. By using Wikibuntu, you agree to the collection and use of your information in accordance with this policy.

2. Information We Collect

We collect information to provide and improve our services. This may include:

• Personal Information: When creating an account, posting events, joining forums, or subscribing to newsletters, you may be asked to provide identifiable information like your name, email address, profile photo, and other account preferences.
• Content Information: Any articles, comments, posts, or other contributions you make to the platform, including forum discussions and feedback, are stored and displayed within the app.
• Usage Data: We collect information on how you interact with the app, including clicks, pages visited, and time spent on various features. This data helps us improve our services and user experience.
• Device and Log Data: Information about your device (e.g., type, operating system), IP address, and browser type. We also collect diagnostic information to detect technical issues and improve app performance.
• Cookies and Tracking Technologies: Cookies and similar tracking technologies may be used to store user preferences and improve the functionality of the app.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information to:

• Provide and Maintain Services: Deliver features such as forums, articles, and event postings.
• Personalize Content: Tailor content and recommendations based on your interests and activity.
• Improve and Develop Services: Analyze user activity to enhance app performance, security, and usability.
• Communicate with You: Send notifications regarding app updates, service changes, or support requests.
• Comply with Legal Obligations: Fulfill legal and regulatory requirements where applicable.

4. Sharing and Disclosure of Information

We do not share your information with third parties unless required for:

• Service Providers: We may use third-party services to assist with app maintenance, hosting, analytics, or customer support.
• Legal Compliance: We may disclose information to comply with legal obligations, respond to requests from public authorities, or protect our rights and property.
• Business Transfers: In case of merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, user data may be transferred, provided the acquiring party honors this policy.

5. Data Security

We use industry-standard measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the following rights regarding your data:

• Access and Correction: You can access or correct personal information through account settings.
• Deletion: Request deletion of your account and personal data by contacting our support team.
• Data Portability: You may request a copy of your information in a machine-readable format.
• Opt-Out of Communications: Opt out of marketing communications via account settings or unsubscribe links.

7. Data Retention

We retain your information as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law. Upon account deletion, some data may remain in backups for a limited time for operational or legal purposes.

8. Children’s Privacy

Wikibuntu is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect or solicit personal information from children under 13. If we learn we have collected such data, we will take steps to delete it promptly.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices. We will notify you of significant changes through the app or by other communication methods. Continued use of Wikibuntu after any changes indicates acceptance of the updated policy.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions or requests related to this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

Email: support@wikibuntu.com

Address: Kigali, Rwanda