Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy outlines how Foovs collects, processes, stores, and shares personal data when you use our website and mobile application (“Service”).

By using the Service, you confirm that:

1. You have read, understood, and agree to this Privacy Policy.
2. You are over 16 years old (or have obtained consent from a parent or legal guardian).

If you do not agree with this Privacy Policy, you must stop using the Service and contact our Support Team at support@foovs.com to request deletion of your account and data.

Table of Contents

1. Personal Data Controller
2. Categories of Personal Data We Collect
3. Data Protection Principles
4. Purposes for Processing Personal Data
5. Legal Bases for Processing Personal Data
6. Data Sharing
7. Remedies for Data Breaches
8. Your Rights Regarding Personal Data
9. Age Limitation
10. International Data Transfers
11. Changes to This Privacy Policy
12. Data Retention
13. Contact Us

1. Personal Data Controller

The controller of your personal data is Foovs, registered in the Federal Republic of Nigeria. For further details, please contact us at support@foovs.com.

2. Categories of Personal Data We Collect

2.1 Data You Provide

When you register or use the Service, we collect:

• Required Information: Name, phone number, email, gender, and date of birth.
• Additional Information: Address, working hours, profile photos, and other metadata you voluntarily provide.
• Verification Data: ID documents, bank details, or other identifying information as required for specific services.

2.2 Data from Third Parties

We collect information from third-party services when you log in using platforms like Google, Meta, Apple, or Truecaller. The data collected may include:

• Profile image, email, name, and other information depending on your settings on those platforms.

2.3 Data Collected Automatically

• Usage Data: Interaction with features, session length, ads viewed, and other activity logs.
• Device Data: IP address, device type, operating system, and geolocation.
• Cookies: Information about your browsing preferences. See our Cookies Policy for details.

3. Data Protection Principles

We ensure personal data is:

1. Processed lawfully, fairly, and transparently.
2. Collected for legitimate purposes with your consent.
3. Secured against unauthorized access, theft, or loss.

4. Purposes for Processing Personal Data

Your personal data is processed to:

• Provide and improve the Service.
• Manage your account and support requests.
• Personalize content and advertising.
• Enforce our Terms of Use and prevent fraud.
• Comply with legal obligations.

5. Legal Bases for Processing Personal Data

We process your personal data under the following legal bases:

• Consent: For cookies and marketing communications.
• Contract: To provide the Service to you.
• Legitimate Interest: For improving the platform and enforcing policies.
• Legal Obligation: To comply with Nigerian laws.

6. Data Sharing

We may share personal data with:

• Service Providers: Cloud storage, payment processors, and marketing platforms.
• Law Enforcement: When required by law.
• Third Parties in Corporate Transactions: During mergers, acquisitions, or similar events.

7. Remedies for Data Breaches

In the event of a data breach:

1. We will notify the affected parties and relevant authorities promptly.
2. You have the right to lodge a complaint or seek redress in court if unsatisfied with our response.

8. Your Rights Regarding Personal Data

You have the right to:

1. Access and Review: View and update your personal data.
2. Delete Data: Request data deletion by contacting support@foovs.com.
3. Restrict Processing: Limit how your data is processed, including opting out of marketing emails or personalized ads.
4. Object to Automated Decisions: Challenge decisions made solely by automated means.

9. Age Limitation

The Service is not intended for individuals under 16 years of age. If we discover personal data from users under this age, we will delete it promptly. Parents or guardians may contact support@foovs.com for assistance.

10. International Data Transfers

We may transfer data outside of Nigeria for storage or processing. Such transfers are safeguarded by applicable data protection regulations.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Significant changes will be communicated via the Service. Continued use of the Service constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

12. Data Retention

Your data will be retained for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy. If you request data deletion, some information may be retained to comply with legal obligations or resolve disputes.

13. Contact Us

For questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, contact us at support@foovs.com.

Effective Date: January 26, 2025