At NIYA, protecting your privacy and personal information is our top priority. We implement strong security measures and follow data protection best practices to ensure that your data remains safe and confidential. This article outlines the ways NIYA safeguards your privacy, the data we collect, and how we handle and store it securely. We also adhere to the guidelines provided by relevant regulatory authorities, including the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC).
1. Data Collection: What NIYA Gathers and Why
- Personal Information: When you sign up for NIYA, we collect basic personal details such as your name, email, and profile information. This helps us verify your identity, match you with relevant gigs, and ensure a personalized experience.
- Payment Information: For secure and transparent transactions, NIYA may collect necessary payment details. We use secure, encrypted systems to process payments, and only store minimal information as legally required.
- User Interactions: We also collect data on how you interact with the platform—such as messages, search history, and gig preferences—to improve our services and tailor them to your needs.
NIYA strictly adheres to data privacy regulations like the Nigeria Data Protection Regulation (NDPR), which is enforced by the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC), as well as international standards like GDPR. We only collect data essential for delivering a safe, personalized experience on the platform.
2. Data Encryption and Security
- Secure Socket Layer (SSL) Encryption: NIYA uses SSL encryption to protect your data in transit. This means that any information sent between your device and NIYA’s servers is encrypted, making it difficult for unauthorized parties to intercept.
- Data Storage Encryption: We use advanced encryption protocols to store your personal information securely. This ensures that even in the unlikely event of a data breach, your information remains protected.
- Payment Protection: NIYA collaborates with trusted third-party payment processors who comply with industry standards. Your payment information is never stored on NIYA’s servers, reducing the risk of unauthorized access.
3. Privacy-First Platform Design
- Data Minimization: NIYA only collects the minimum data required for operational purposes. We never collect information unrelated to the services we provide.
- Anonymized Data for Analysis: To improve our platform, we analyze usage trends and behavior. However, this data is anonymized, meaning it cannot be traced back to individual users, ensuring that your identity remains confidential.
User Control Over Data: You have full control over your data on NIYA. You can update your profile information, adjust privacy settings, and choose what information is visible to others on the platform.