Introduction

Algadong ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or use our services. Please read this privacy policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this privacy policy, please do not access the site or use our services.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Personal Data

We may collect personally identifiable information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:

• Contact us through our website or email
• Request information about our services
• Engage us for software development or IT consulting services
• Subscribe to our communications
• Participate in surveys or feedback requests

This information may include: name, email address, phone number, company name, job title, business address, and any other information you choose to provide.

1.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect certain information about your device, including:

• IP address and location data
• Browser type and version
• Operating system
• Referring website
• Pages visited and time spent on our site
• Date and time of visits

1.3 Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to track activity on our website and store certain information. You can instruct your browser to refuse all cookies or to indicate when a cookie is being sent.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• Service Delivery: To provide, maintain, and improve our IT and software development services
• Communication: To respond to your inquiries, send updates, and provide customer support
• Project Management: To manage and execute software development projects and deliverables
• Business Operations: To process payments, maintain records, and fulfill contractual obligations
• Marketing: To send promotional materials and updates about our services (with your consent)
• Analytics: To analyze website usage and improve user experience
• Legal Compliance: To comply with legal obligations and protect our rights
• Security: To detect, prevent, and address technical issues and security threats

3. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We may share your information in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: With third-party vendors, consultants, and service providers who perform services on our behalf (cloud hosting, analytics, payment processing)
• Business Transfers: In connection with any merger, sale of company assets, financing, or acquisition
• Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or government regulation
• Protection of Rights: To protect the rights, property, or safety of Algadong, our clients, or others
• With Your Consent: With your explicit consent for any other purpose

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.

4. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

• Encryption of data in transit using SSL/TLS protocols
• Secure data storage with access controls and authentication
• Regular security assessments and updates
• Employee training on data protection and confidentiality
• Limited access to personal information on a need-to-know basis

However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

5. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. When we no longer need your information, we will securely delete or anonymize it.

Typical retention periods include:

• Client project data: Duration of the project plus 7 years for legal and contractual purposes
• Marketing communications: Until you unsubscribe or request deletion
• Website analytics: Up to 26 months
• Inquiry and contact data: Up to 3 years from last contact

6. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location and applicable laws, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: Request access to the personal information we hold about you
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
• Restriction: Request restriction of processing of your information
• Data Portability: Request transfer of your data to another service provider
• Objection: Object to processing of your information for certain purposes
• Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent for processing based on consent

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at [email protected]. We will respond to your request within 30 days.

7. Third-Party Websites

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

8. Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us, and we will delete such information.

9. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and maintained on computers located outside of Nigeria where data protection laws may differ. By using our services, you consent to the transfer of your information to Nigeria and other countries where we operate.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes. Changes are effective when posted on this page.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

Your Consent

By using our website and services, you consent to this Privacy Policy and agree to its terms. If you do not agree with this policy, please do not use our website or services.