Connecting FCPs across Ethiopia

1. Introduction

The Ethiopian FCPs Network ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website and use our platform (collectively, the "Platform").

Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By accessing or using the Platform, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use the Platform.

2. Information We Collect

We collect several types of information from and about users of our Platform, including:

2.1 Personal Information

Personal information is information that identifies you as an individual. We may collect the following personal information:

Name
Email address
Phone number
Organization or affiliation
Location (city, region, country)
Profile picture
Professional background and experience

2.2 FCP Information

If you register a FCPs on our Platform, we collect information about the FCP, including:

FCP name and description
FCP location
FCP development areas (all FCPs work across multiple areas)
FCP goals and activities
FCP images and media
FCP contact information

2.3 Usage Information

We automatically collect certain information about your device and how you interact with the Platform, including:

IP address
Browser type and version
Operating system
Device information
Pages visited and features used
Time and date of visits
Referring website or application

3. How We Collect Information

We collect information in the following ways:

Directly from you when you provide it to us, such as when you register for an account, create a profile, register a FCP, or contact us.
Automatically when you use the Platform, through cookies and similar technologies.
From third parties, such as our partners or service providers, who may provide us with information about you.

4. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for various purposes, including:

To provide, maintain, and improve the Platform
To create and manage your account
To facilitate connections between FCPs and users
To verify FCP information and authenticity
To communicate with you about the Platform, including updates, changes, and new features
To respond to your inquiries and provide customer support
To send you newsletters, updates, and promotional materials if you have opted in to receive them
To analyze usage patterns and improve the user experience
To protect the security and integrity of the Platform
To comply with legal obligations

5. Sharing Your Information

We may share your information in the following circumstances:

With other users of the Platform, as necessary to facilitate connections and collaboration between FCPs.
With service providers who perform services on our behalf, such as hosting, data analysis, payment processing, and customer service.
With partners who work with us to provide and improve the Platform.
With your consent or at your direction.
For legal reasons, such as to comply with legal obligations, protect our rights and interests, or respond to legal process.
In connection with a business transaction, such as a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets.

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, and destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information, including:

The right to access and receive a copy of your personal information
The right to correct or update your personal information
The right to request deletion of your personal information
The right to restrict or object to processing of your personal information
The right to data portability
The right to withdraw consent

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided in the "Contact Us" section below.

8. Cookies and Similar Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to collect information about your browsing activities and to distinguish you from other users of the Platform. Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit a website. We use both session cookies (which expire when you close your browser) and persistent cookies (which remain on your device until they expire or you delete them).

You can control cookies through your browser settings and other tools. For more information about our use of cookies, please see our Cookie Policy.

9. Children's Privacy

The Platform is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe that your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us, and we will take steps to delete such information.

10. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in countries other than the one in which you reside. By using the Platform, you consent to the transfer of your information to countries outside your country of residence, which may have different data protection rules.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. If we make material changes, we will notify you by email or by posting a notice on the Platform prior to the changes becoming effective. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about our information practices.

12. Contact Us

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

Ethiopian FCPs Network
Jimma, Ethiopia
Email: privacy@fcphub.org
Phone: +251 98 888 2233