Kotabiz Privacy Policy

Preamble
Kotabiz values the protection of its users' personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and safeguard your personal information in accordance with applicable laws in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Central Africa, particularly those related to personal data protection.

1. Data Collected
We collect various types of personal data, including:

1.1 Data Provided by Users

• Name, surname, email address, phone number, and other information provided during registration.


• Information related to your professional profile or business (account category: Influencer 2.0, Business, or VIP).

1.2 Data Generated by the Use of Kotabiz

• Content published, interactions (likes, comments, shares), and activities on the platform.


• Browsing history and user preferences.

1.3 Data Collected Automatically

• Technical information, such as IP address, device type, browser, and cookies.

2. Use of Data
The data collected is used to:

• Provide and improve Kotabiz services.


• Personalize your experience through intelligent matchmaking and business opportunity recommendations.


• Facilitate the management of Pro accounts and monetization services.


• Comply with legal obligations, such as fraud prevention and anti-money laundering.

3. Data Sharing

3.1 Sharing with Third Parties
We share your data only in the following cases:

• With trusted partners (e.g., CinetPay) for financial transactions.


• To comply with legal obligations or respond to requests from competent authorities.


• With your explicit consent for specific collaborations or partnerships.

3.2 International Transfers
If your data needs to be transferred outside the DRC or Central Africa, we ensure it receives equivalent protection in accordance with international regulations.

4. Your Rights

In accordance with applicable laws, you have the following rights:

4.1 Access and Rectification
You can access the personal data we hold about you and request corrections for inaccuracies.

4.2 Objection and Deletion
You can object to the processing of your data or request its deletion, except when we are legally or contractually required to retain it.

4.3 Data Portability
You have the right to request a copy of your personal data in a structured, machine-readable format.

4.4 Withdrawal of Consent
You can withdraw your consent for specific processing activities at any time without affecting the legality of previous processing.

To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@kotabiz.com.

5. Data Security
We implement technical and organizational measures to protect your data against unauthorized access, loss, or alteration. These measures include:

• Encryption of sensitive data.


• Strict access control systems.


• Continuous monitoring to detect and prevent intrusions.

6. Data Retention
We retain your data for as long as necessary to provide our services or meet legal obligations. Unused or inactive data over an extended period may be anonymized or deleted.

7. Use of Cookies
Kotabiz uses cookies and similar technologies to:

• Facilitate navigation and improve your user experience.


• Analyze platform usage and optimize our services.

You can manage your cookie preferences directly from your browser settings.

8. Children and Kotabiz
The platform is not intended for users under the age of 18. If we detect the creation of an account by a minor, it will be immediately deleted.

9. Changes to the Privacy Policy
Kotabiz may update this policy to reflect legal changes or improvements to our services. Any updates will be communicated through notifications on the platform.

10. Questions and Complaints
For any questions, concerns, or complaints regarding this Privacy Policy, contact us:

• Email: privacy@kotabiz.com


• Address: Kotabiz Headquarters, DRC

By using Kotabiz, you agree to this Privacy Policy and acknowledge your rights regarding your personal data.