At Shola Link, we take your privacy seriously. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our platform. Please read this privacy policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this privacy policy, please do not access the site.
Information We Collect
We may collect information about you in a variety of ways. The information we may collect on the platform includes:
Personal Information
- Name and contact information (email address, phone number)
- Account credentials (username, password)
- Profile information (profile picture, bio, preferences)
Usage Information
- Device information (IP address, browser type, operating system)
- Log data (pages visited, time spent, clicks)
- Location information (based on IP address)
- Listing views and search history
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for various purposes, including to:
- Provide, operate, and maintain our platform
- Communicate with you about updates, promotions, and events
- Monitor and analyze usage patterns to improve our services
- Protect against unauthorized access and ensure security
Information Sharing
We may share your information in the following situations:
- With your consent, we may share your information with third parties
- To comply with legal obligations, court orders, or legal processes
- To protect the rights, property, or safety of our platform, users, or others
Important Note: We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.
Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information. However, please note that no method of transmission over the internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure.
Data Localization
In compliance with Ethiopian law, all user data is stored on servers located within Ethiopia.
Our servers are located in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to track activity on our platform and hold certain information. Cookies are files with small amount of data which may include an anonymous unique identifier.
You can instruct your browser to refuse all cookies or to indicate when a cookie is being sent. However, if you do not accept cookies, you may not be able to use some portions of our platform.
Your Rights
You have the following rights regarding your personal information:
- The right to access your personal information
- The right to correct inaccurate or incomplete information
- The right to request deletion of your personal information
- The right to object to processing of your information
- The right to data portability
Children's Privacy
Our platform is not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18. If you become aware that a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.
Contact Us About Privacy
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact our Data Protection Officer:
Data Protection Officer
dpo@sholalink.com
+251921264198
Bole Sub-city, Woreda 6, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia