1. Introduction

At PartFinder, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and manage your personal information when you use our platform, https://partfinder.ng. We comply with the Nigeria Data Protection Regulation (NDPR) and other applicable laws in Nigeria.

2. Data Controller

The Data Controller responsible for your personal information is Adewale Adegoroye, who can be contacted at sales@partfinder.ng. Our business address is 8 Akinjo Street, Osukoti, Akure-South, Ondo State, Nigeria.

3. Information We Collect

• Personal Information: We collect personal data that you voluntarily provide when registering on our platform, placing an order, or contacting us. This may include your name, email address, phone number, billing and shipping addresses, and payment details.
• Automated Information: We automatically collect certain information when you visit our website, such as your IP address, browser type, operating system, and browsing behavior through cookies and similar technologies.
• Transactional Data: Information related to your transactions on our platform, such as purchase history, payment details, and order fulfillment status, is also collected.

4. How We Use Your Information

• Account Management: We use your personal information to create and manage your account, process orders, and provide customer support.
• Order Processing: Your information is used to fulfill your orders, process payments, and arrange delivery of products.
• Communication: We may use your contact information to send you important updates, such as changes to our terms and policies, or to respond to your inquiries.
• Marketing: With your consent, we may send you promotional offers and marketing communications about products and services that may interest you. You can opt-out of marketing communications at any time.
• Improving Services: We use data analytics to monitor and improve our website’s functionality, user experience, and the services we offer.

5. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal data based on the following legal grounds:

• Consent: When you voluntarily provide your personal data and agree to our use of it for specific purposes.
• Contractual Necessity: To fulfill our contractual obligations to you, such as processing and delivering your orders.
• Legal Compliance: To comply with legal obligations, such as tax reporting or responding to lawful requests by public authorities.
• Legitimate Interests: For purposes such as improving our services, fraud prevention, and ensuring the security of our platform.

6. Data Sharing and Disclosure

• Third-Party Service Providers: We may share your data with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our platform, processing payments, and delivering products. These providers are bound by confidentiality agreements and are only permitted to use your data for the purposes we specify.
• Legal Obligations: We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities (e.g., law enforcement or government agencies).
• Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of all or part of our business, your personal data may be transferred to the acquiring company.

7. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. These measures include secure data storage, encrypted transactions, and access controls.

8. Data Retention

We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. When your data is no longer needed, we will securely delete or anonymize it.

9. Your Rights

Under the Nigeria Data Protection Regulation (NDPR), you have the following rights regarding your personal data:

• Access: You have the right to request access to your personal data and obtain a copy of the information we hold about you.
• Rectification: You have the right to request the correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal data.
• Erasure: You have the right to request the deletion of your personal data, subject to certain conditions.
• Restriction of Processing: You have the right to request the restriction of processing your personal data in certain situations.
• Data Portability: You have the right to receive your personal data in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format, and to transfer it to another data controller.
• Objection: You have the right to object to the processing of your personal data for direct marketing purposes or on grounds related to your particular situation.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at sales@partfinder.ng. We will respond to your request in accordance with applicable laws.

10. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

• Cookies: We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our website, analyze site traffic, and personalize content. Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit our website.
• Cookie Preferences: You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our website.

11. International Data Transfers

PartFinder primarily processes and stores your data within Nigeria. However, if your data is transferred outside of Nigeria, we ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your privacy rights in accordance with applicable laws.

12. Changes to the Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting the updated policy on our website and, where appropriate, by sending you a notice via email. Your continued use of our platform after any changes constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

13. Governing Law

This Privacy Policy is governed by the laws of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. Any disputes arising under or in connection with this policy will be subject to the jurisdiction of the courts of Ondo State, Nigeria.

14. Contact Information

If you have any questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:

PartFinder (Beyond Office)
Attn: Adewale Adegoroye (Data Controller)
8 Akinjo Street, Osukoti, Akure-South, Ondo State, Nigeria
Email: sales@partfinder.ng