This Privacy Notice governs the manner in which Uamuzi ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, maintains, and discloses information collected from users (each, a "User") of the Uamuzi website and any associated mobile applications (collectively, the "Service"). This Privacy Notice applies to the Service and all products and services offered by Uamuzi Foundation.

1. Information we collect

We may collect personal identification information from Users in various ways, including but not limited to when Users visit our website, register on the website or application, place an order, fill out a form, respond to a survey, subscribe to the newsletter, and in connection with other activities, services, features, or resources we make available on our Service. Users may be asked for, as appropriate, their name, email address, phone number, location, voting constituency, date of birth and payment information. We will collect personal identification information from Users only if they voluntarily submit such information to us or as part of a fulfillment of a contract entered between you and Us. Users can always refuse to supply personally identifiable information, except that it may prevent them from engaging in certain Service-related activities.

2. Non-Personal Identification Information

We may collect non-personal identification information about Users whenever they interact with our Service. Non-personal identification information may include the browser name, the type of computer or device, and technical information about Users' means of connection to our Service, such as the operating system, the Internet service providers utilized, and other similar information. This information aids in our marketing work and in identifying a particular user service operation need.

3. How We Use Collected Information

We may collect and use Users' personal information for the following purposes:

1. To offer Uamuzi website and Application Service Offerings: Our Application will require your personal information such as name, location data, date of birth, email address, and mobile number to offer the services as per our website Terms and Conditions;

2. To improve customer service: Information provided helps us respond to customer service requests and support needs more efficiently;

3. To personalize user experience: We may use information in the aggregate to understand how our Users as a group use the services and resources provided on our Service;

4. To improve our Service: We may use feedback provided to improve our products and services;

5. To process payments: We may use the information Users provide about themselves when they subscribe only to provide service to that subscription. We do not share this information with outside parties except to the extent necessary to provide the service;

6. To send periodic emails: We may use the email address to send User information and updates pertaining to the service. It may also be used to respond to their inquiries, questions, and/or other requests. If Users decide to opt-in to our mailing list, they will receive emails that may include Organization news, updates, related product or service information, etc. If at any time the User would like to unsubscribe from receiving future emails, we include detailed unsubscribe instructions at the bottom of each email or the User may contact us via our Service;

4. How We Protect Your Information

The security, integrity, and confidentiality of your information are extremely important to us. We have implemented technical, administrative, and physical security measures that are designed to protect personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, use, and modification. We regularly review our security procedures to consider appropriate new technology and methods. Please be aware that, despite our best efforts, no security measures are perfect or impenetrable. We will retain your personal information for the length of time needed to fulfill the purposes outlined in this privacy notice unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. We operate locally within Kenya and at no time will your data be transferred to any third parties locally, or in locations around the world. Where your personal information is stored or processed by us, we will take reasonable steps to safeguard the privacy of your personal information. These steps may include implementing standard contractual clauses recognized by law, obtaining your consent, or other lawful means of transferring personal information.

5. Your Controls and Your Choices

We provide you the ability to exercise certain controls and choices regarding our collection, use and sharing of your information. In accordance with applicable law, your controls and choices may include:

1. Correcting, updating, and deleting your registration account;

2. Choosing or changing your choices for subscriptions, newsletters, and alerts;

3. Choosing whether to receive from us offers and promotions for our products and services, or products and services that we think may be of interest to you;

4. Choosing whether we share your personal information with other companies or third parties so they can send you offers and promotions about their products and services;

5. Controlling targeted advertising by clicking on “Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information” or “Manage Your Cookie Settings” in our website footers or application settings;

6. Requesting removal of your personal information from a public forum on one of our sites or application;

7. Requesting access to the personal information we hold about you and that we amend or delete it.

You may exercise these controls by sending an email to:privacy@uamuzi.org. Please be aware that if you do not allow us to collect personal information from you, we may not be able to deliver certain experiences, products, and services to you, and some of our services may not be able to take account of your interests and preferences. If collection of personal information is mandatory, we will make that clear at the point of collection so that you can make an informed decision whether to participate. If you have questions about the specific personal information about you that we process or retain, and your rights regarding that personal information, please contact insert email:[privacy@uamuzi.org].

6. Sharing Your Personal Information

We do not sell, trade, or rent Users' personal identification information to others. We may share generic aggregated demographic information not linked to any personal identification information regarding visitors and users with our business partners, trusted affiliates, and advertisers for the purposes outlined above.

7. Changes to This Privacy Notice.

From time to time, we may change this Privacy Notice to accommodate new technologies, industry practices, regulatory requirements or for other purposes. We will provide notice to you if these changes are material and, where required by applicable law, we will obtain your consent. Notice may be by email to you at the last email address you provided us, by posting notice of such changes on our sites and applications, or by other means, consistent with applicable law.

8. Lawful Processing.

Our Company depends on various lawful means of processing Personal data.

1. Consent: For personal data such as website cookies, and sharing of personal data for advertising purposes.

2. Performance of a Contract: For our service offerings both on the website and application as outlined in our Terms and Conditions and in the performance of other types of internal company contracts.

3. Legal obligation: In adherence to a rule of law as regards a data subject personal data.

By using this Service, you signify that you have read and are aware of this Privacy Notice.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about our Privacy Policy, the practices of this Service, or your dealings with this Service, please contact us at:privacy@uamuzi.org.