At Newsly E-books Kenya, your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information when you use our platform as a vendor or a reader. By registering or using our services, you consent to the practices described in this policy.
1. Information We Collect
When you register or use Newsly E-books Kenya, we may collect the following information:
- Account Information: Name, email address, phone number, and password.
- Vendor Information: Store name, payout details (M-Pesa or bank account), and eBook uploads.
- Transaction Information: Records of purchases, sales, and payouts.
- Technical Information: Device type, browser type, IP address, and usage activity on our platform.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information collected to:
- Provide access to and manage your account.
- Process transactions, including vendor payouts on the last day of each month.
- Communicate with you regarding your account, purchases, sales, or support requests.
- Improve our platform, user experience, and security.
- Enforce our Terms and Conditions and prevent fraudulent activity.
3. Sharing of Information
We respect your privacy and do not sell or rent your personal data to third parties. However, we may share information in the following cases:
- With payment providers (such as M-Pesa and banks) to process payouts and transactions.
- With service providers who assist in operating our platform (e.g., hosting, analytics).
- When required by law or legal processes under Kenyan jurisdiction.
- To protect the rights, safety, or property of Newsly E-books Kenya, its users, or others.
4. Data Security
We take reasonable steps to protect your information from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or disclosure. However, no online platform is 100% secure, and you share your information at your own risk.
5. Data Retention
We retain your account and transaction information for as long as your account is active or as needed to comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce agreements. Vendors who close their accounts may request data deletion, subject to legal and financial record-keeping requirements.
6. Your Rights
As a user of Newsly E-books Kenya, you have the right to:
- Access and update your personal information in your account settings.
- Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information.
- Request deletion of your data (subject to legal and financial requirements).
- Withdraw consent for data processing where applicable.
7. Cookies and Tracking
Our platform may use cookies and similar technologies to improve your browsing experience, analyze usage, and provide relevant features. You can control cookie settings through your browser, but disabling them may affect functionality.
8. Updates to this Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page, and continued use of the platform after updates constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.
9. Contact Information
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
Email: info@newsly.co.ke