Privacy Policy

This is a general template provided for informational purposes and should be reviewed and adapted to reflect the actual data practices and legal obligations applicable to M-PESA × AfriQuantum before publication.

1. Introduction

M-PESA × AfriQuantum ("we", "us", or "our") operates a predictive data-analysis platform designed to support research-based decision-making for students in Kenya. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, store, and protect information gathered through our website and related services (the "Service"). By accessing or using the Service, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following categories of information when you interact with the Service:

• Information you provide directly: such as your name, email address, and any details submitted through contact forms, beta sign-up forms, or correspondence with us.
• Usage information: such as pages visited, features accessed, time spent on the Service, and general interaction patterns, typically collected automatically through standard web technologies.
• Technical information: such as browser type, device type, approximate location derived from IP address, and referring URLs.
• Communications: records of correspondence if you contact us with questions, feedback, or support requests.

3. How We Use Information

Information collected through the Service may be used to:

• Provide, operate, and maintain the Service, including access to beta features;
• Respond to inquiries, support requests, and feedback submitted through contact forms;
• Monitor and analyze usage trends to improve the functionality and reliability of the Service;
• Communicate updates, changes, or relevant information about the Service, where appropriate;
• Maintain the security and integrity of the Service and detect misuse.

4. Legal Basis for Processing

Where applicable law requires a legal basis for processing personal information, we aim to rely on one or more of the following: your consent, the necessity of processing to provide a service you have requested, and our legitimate interest in operating and improving the Service, balanced against your rights and expectations.

5. Cookies and Similar Technologies

The Service may use cookies or similar tracking technologies to support basic functionality, remember preferences, and understand how visitors use the Service. You can typically adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent, although some parts of the Service may not function properly without them.

6. Sharing of Information

We do not sell personal information. Information may be shared in limited circumstances, including:

• With service providers who assist in operating the Service, subject to confidentiality obligations;
• Where required by applicable law, regulation, legal process, or governmental request;
• To protect the rights, property, or safety of M-PESA × AfriQuantum, our users, or others;
• In connection with a business transition, such as a merger, acquisition, or transfer of assets, subject to continued protection of information under a policy of this nature.

7. Data Retention

We retain information for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. When information is no longer needed, we take reasonable steps to delete or anonymize it.

8. Data Security

We use reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational measures designed to protect information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no method of transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security of information submitted to the Service.

9. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on applicable law, you may have rights relating to your personal information, which can include the ability to request access to, correction of, or deletion of information we hold about you, as well as the right to object to or restrict certain processing. To exercise any such rights, please contact us using the details provided on our Contact page.

10. Children's Privacy

The Service is not intended for use by children under the age required by applicable local law to independently consent to data processing. We do not knowingly collect personal information from individuals below this threshold without appropriate consent.

11. Third-Party Links

The Service may contain links to third-party websites or resources. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of such third parties, and we encourage you to review their respective privacy policies before providing any information.

12. International Data Transfers

If information is processed or stored in a location outside your country of residence, such transfers will be carried out in a manner consistent with applicable data protection requirements, where such requirements apply.

13. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, the Service, or applicable legal requirements. Any updates will be posted on this page, and continued use of the Service after changes take effect constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

14. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests relating to this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please reach out via the details provided on our Contact page.

Last updated: this document is a general draft template and should be dated upon formal review and publication.