Privacy Policy
Last updated: 2025-04-28
1. Introduction
AfricaFans ("we", "us", "our") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data.
AfricaFans is a social platform that allows creators to publish and monetize their content, and fans to subscribe and enjoy this content.
This Privacy Policy ("Policy") explains how we collect, use, store, and share your personal data when you use AfricaFans and its services (the "Services").
2. What is Personal Data?
"Personal Data" means any information that identifies, relates to, or could reasonably be linked to a specific person.
We may also process aggregated or anonymized data that does not identify any individual. This data is not subject to this Policy.
3. Applicability (18+)
AfricaFans is intended for users aged 18 years and older.
By using our Services, you confirm that you are at least 18 years of age.
4. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Policy from time to time.
We encourage you to review it regularly. Any significant changes will be notified via your account or by email.
5. Categories of Personal Data Collected
We collect the following types of Personal Data:
Category | Description |
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Identity Information | Full name, alias, birth date, address, email, phone number |
Account Information | Username, password, profile photo, subscription data, posts, messages |
Payment Information | Billing details, wallet balances (handled securely via payment processors) |
Technical Data | IP address, browser type, operating system, access times |
Usage Data | Interaction history with the platform |
Media Data | Photos, videos, and content uploaded by users |
6. How We Collect Your Data
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Directly from you: when you register, update your profile, post content, or contact support.
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Automatically: through cookies and usage tracking technologies.
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From third parties: payment providers, identity verification providers.
7. How We Use Your Personal Data
We use your data to:
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Create and manage your account
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Provide and improve the Services
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Process payments and payouts
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Communicate with you about updates, offers, or support
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Monitor platform security and prevent fraud
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Comply with legal and regulatory obligations
8. Legal Bases for Processing
Our legal grounds for processing Personal Data include:
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Your consent
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Performance of a contract (Terms of Service)
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Compliance with legal obligations
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Legitimate interests (e.g., maintaining the platform’s security)
9. Sharing Your Personal Data
We may share your data with:
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Payment processors
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Identity verification partners
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Hosting and IT service providers
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Legal and regulatory authorities (if required by law)
We do not sell or rent your Personal Data to third parties.
10. International Data Transfers
AfricaFans may transfer your data outside your country of residence.
When we do so, we ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data.
11. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the right to:
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Access your Personal Data
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Correct or update your information
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Request deletion of your Personal Data
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Object to or restrict certain processing
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Withdraw consent at any time
You can exercise your rights by contacting support@africafans.com.
12. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
AfricaFans uses cookies to:
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Improve your experience
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Analyze website traffic
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Enable functionality like remembering your login
You can manage your cookie preferences in your browser settings.
13. Retention of Data
We retain Personal Data:
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As long as your account is active
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As necessary to comply with legal obligations
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To resolve disputes and enforce agreements
When data is no longer needed, it is securely deleted.
14. Third-Party Links
AfricaFans may contain links to third-party websites.
We are not responsible for their content or privacy practices.
Please review their privacy policies separately.
15. Assistance and Contact Information
If you have any questions regarding this Policy or your Personal Data, please contact: