Privacy Policy
1. Introduction
Kasuwar Talla ("we", "us", "our") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose and safeguard your information when you use our platform.
We comply with the Nigeria Data Protection Regulation (NDPR) and the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) guidelines.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Personal Information You Provide:
- Account Data: Name, email address, phone number, password
- Business Data: Business name, address, phone, WhatsApp number, location (latitude/longitude)
- Product Data: Product names, descriptions, prices, images
- Communications: Messages, inquiries and feedback you send us
2.2 Information Collected Automatically:
- Device Data: IP address, browser type, device type, operating system
- Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent, clicks, searches
- Location Data: Approximate location based on IP address or precise location if enabled
- Cookies: We use cookies to enhance your experience (see Cookie Policy)
2.3 Information from Third Parties:
- Social media platforms (if you connect your account)
- Payment processors (if applicable)
- Analytics providers (Google Analytics, etc.)
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your information for the following purposes:
- Account Management: Create and manage your account
- Service Provision: Display your business and products to visitors
- Communication: Send you account updates, notifications and marketing communications (with your consent)
- Improvement: Analyze usage to improve our platform
- Security: Detect and prevent fraudulent activity
- Legal Compliance: Comply with applicable laws and regulations
4. Legal Basis for Processing
We process your personal data based on the following legal grounds:
- Contract: To provide our services as agreed in our Terms of Service
- Consent: When you have given us explicit consent (e.g., for marketing)
- Legitimate Interests: For improving our platform and security
- Legal Obligation: To comply with Nigerian laws and regulations
5. Information Sharing
We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information with:
- Service Providers: Hosting, email delivery, payment processing, analytics
- Legal Authorities: When required by law or to protect our rights
- Business Partners: With your explicit consent
- Other Users: Your business name, address and products are visible to platform visitors
6. Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information:
- Encryption: SSL/TLS encryption for data transmission
- Access Control: Role-based access controls
- Password Protection: Passwords are hashed using bcrypt
- Monitoring: Regular security audits and monitoring
- Data Minimization: We only collect data we actually need
7. Data Retention
We retain your personal data for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide our services. You may request deletion of your account at any time.
8. Your Rights (NDPR Compliance)
Under the Nigeria Data Protection Regulation, you have the following rights:
- Right to Access: Request a copy of your personal data
- Right to Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate data
- Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your data ("Right to be Forgotten")
- Right to Restrict Processing: Request limitation of data processing
- Right to Data Portability: Request transfer of your data
- Right to Object: Object to processing of your data
- Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent at any time
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at contact@kasuwartalla.ng
9. Children's Privacy
Our platform is not intended for children under 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors.
10. International Data Transfers
Your data may be transferred to and processed in countries outside Nigeria (e.g., hosting providers). We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers.
11. Cookies and Tracking
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies. For more information, please see our Cookie Policy.
12. 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 policy on this page.
13. Contact Information
If you have any questions, concerns, or complaints about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:
- Email: contact@kasuwartalla.ng
- Phone: +234(0)80 2830 2130
Last Updated: July 19, 2026
Version: 1.0