Effective Date: [02/05/2025]
Welcome to Classimall.com (“we,” “us,” “our,” or “Classimall”). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, create an account, interact with our platform, or use any of our services. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal information is handled in a safe and responsible manner.
By accessing or using Classimall.com, you acknowledge and agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.
1. Information We Collect
We collect several types of information in order to provide and improve our services:
a. Personal Information
When you register on Classimall.com or interact with our services, we may collect:
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Full name
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Email address
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Phone number (including Nigerian formats)
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Location/address (including local government area, state, city)
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Business name and category
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Profile photo or business logo
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Payment and billing information (for subscriptions or purchases)
b. Non-Personal Information
We may also collect non-personally identifiable information such as:
c. User-Generated Content
We collect content you upload to your listings or profiles, including:
d. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies, web beacons, and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience. Cookies help us recognize you, personalize content, and measure website traffic.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
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To create and manage user accounts
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To enable listing, buying, or selling of services or goods
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To process transactions and subscriptions
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To communicate with you regarding your account, listings, or services
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To send promotional content or service updates
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To personalize your experience and provide tailored services
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To monitor and analyze usage and trends to improve our platform
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To detect and prevent fraud, abuse, and security breaches
3. Legal Basis for Processing
For users in Nigeria, our legal basis for collecting and using personal information includes:
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Your consent
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Fulfillment of our contractual obligations to you
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Compliance with Nigerian laws (e.g., NDPR – Nigeria Data Protection Regulation)
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Our legitimate business interests, such as improving our platform and security
4. Sharing of Information
We do not sell or rent your personal data. However, we may share your information under the following circumstances:
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With Service Providers: We work with trusted Nigerian and international partners to provide essential services like payment processing (e.g., Paystack, Flutterwave), hosting, and communication tools.
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With Other Users: Your business name, contact information, and listings may be visible to the public or to registered users of Classimall.com.
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With Regulatory Authorities: We may disclose information if required to do so under Nigerian law or by a government request.
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Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of business assets, your information may be transferred.
5. Data Retention
We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to provide our services, fulfill legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements.
6. Security of Your Information
We implement strong security measures to protect your data, including encryption, firewalls, and secure server hosting within Nigeria and compliant regions. However, we cannot guarantee 100% security.
7. Your Rights Under Nigerian Law
Under the Nigeria Data Protection Regulation (NDPR), you have the right to:
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Access your personal data
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Request corrections to inaccurate data
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Request deletion of your data (where applicable)
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Object to processing or withdraw consent
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Lodge a complaint with Nigeria’s Data Protection Bureau (NDPB)
To exercise these rights, email us at info@classimall.com.
8. Children’s Privacy
Our platform is not intended for children under 13. If we discover data from a child under 13 without parental consent, we will delete it immediately.
9. Hosting and Data Transfer
Your data may be stored and processed in Nigeria or in other countries that have adequate data protection regulations. We ensure any such transfers comply with Nigerian laws.
10. Third-Party Links and Services
Classimall.com may include links to other Nigerian and international websites. We are not responsible for their content or privacy policies.
11. Cookies Policy
We use cookies to:
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Recognize users returning to our site
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Maintain session information
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Analyze traffic patterns using tools like Google Analytics
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Personalize services
You can disable cookies via your browser settings, but doing so may affect your experience.
12. Local Advertising and Analytics
We may partner with Nigerian advertising platforms or local businesses to display ads. These platforms may collect anonymous data via cookies.
13. Marketing Communication
We may send you SMS, email, or WhatsApp notifications for:
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Service updates
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Subscription reminders
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Promotional offers
You may opt out at any time by clicking “unsubscribe” in emails or contacting us directly.
14. User Responsibilities
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Use accurate information when registering or listing
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Keep your password secure
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Avoid sharing personal financial details publicly
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Follow our Terms & Conditions and report any misuse
15. Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy periodically to reflect legal or service changes. We’ll notify users by email or through a notice on our site.
16. Contact Us
If you have any questions or requests about this Privacy Policy or our data handling practices, contact us: