Data Protection Policy

This Data Protection Policy sets out how AidConnects processes personal data in accordance with the Nigeria Data Protection Act 2023.

Last updated: [Insert Date of Last Review]

Note to AidConnects Legal Team: All fields marked [like this] must be completed with verified information before publication. This policy should be reviewed in conjunction with the full NDPC registration certificate.

1. NDPC Registration

AidConnects ([Legal Company Name]) is registered with the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) as a data controller and data processor. NDPC Registration Number: [NDPC Registration Number]. Registration Issue Date: [Issue Date].

2. Data Controller Details

Legal Name: [Legal Company Name]
CAC Number: [CAC Registration Number]
Registered Address: [Registered Office Address]
DPO Contact: privacy@aidconnects.online

3. Scope

This policy applies to all personal data processed by AidConnects in connection with the operation of its peer-to-peer services marketplace, including data of registered users, service providers, website visitors, and employees.

4. Data Protection Principles

AidConnects processes personal data in accordance with the following principles:

Lawfulness, Fairness, and Transparency
Purpose Limitation — data is collected for specified, explicit, and legitimate purposes
Data Minimisation — only data adequate and relevant to the purpose is collected
Accuracy — reasonable steps are taken to ensure data is accurate and up to date
Storage Limitation — data is not retained longer than necessary
Integrity and Confidentiality — appropriate security measures are applied
Accountability — AidConnects is responsible for and can demonstrate compliance

5. Data Subject Rights

In accordance with the Nigeria Data Protection Act 2023, data subjects have the right to:

Access their personal data
Rectify inaccurate personal data
Request erasure of personal data
Object to processing
Request restriction of processing
Data portability
Withdraw consent at any time (without affecting prior processing)
Lodge a complaint with the NDPC

Data-subject requests should be submitted to: privacy@aidconnects.online. We will respond within the timeframes prescribed by applicable law.

6. International Data Transfers

Where personal data is transferred outside Nigeria, AidConnects ensures appropriate safeguards are in place, including data processing agreements that reflect the requirements of the Nigeria Data Protection Act 2023.

7. Data Breach Notification

In the event of a personal data breach, AidConnects will notify the NDPC and affected data subjects within the timeframes prescribed by the Nigeria Data Protection Act 2023 and associated regulations.

8. Data Protection Officer

AidConnects has appointed a Data Protection Officer (DPO) responsible for overseeing compliance with this policy and applicable data protection law. DPO contact: privacy@aidconnects.online.