At www.mytanzaniasafari.app (“Platform”), we are committed to protecting your personal data in accordance with the Personal Data Protection Act, 2022 of Tanzania. This policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information. By using our Platform, you consent to the practices described herein.
1. Scope and Application
This policy applies to all users of the Platform, including Tour Operators (“Partners”) and Clients. It governs the collection, processing, and storage of personal data in compliance with Tanzanian law.
2. Information We Collect
- Personal Identification Information: Name, email address, phone number, identification number (NIN/NIDA), passport or driving license, and other contact details.
- Payment Information: Billing details and transaction records.
- Tour Preferences: Information related to your bookings and preferences.
- Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device info, and usage data collected through cookies and analytics tools.
3. Purpose of Data Collection
- To facilitate bookings and payments for tours and safaris.
- To communicate about services, updates, and promotions.
- To improve the Platform’s functionality and user experience.
- To comply with legal and regulatory obligations.
4. Legal Basis for Processing
- Consent: When you provide explicit consent for specific purposes.
- Contractual Necessity: To fulfill our obligations (e.g., processing bookings).
- Legal Compliance: To meet requirements under Tanzanian law.
5. Data Sharing and Disclosure
- Tour Operators (Partners): To facilitate bookings and provide services.
- Payment Processors: To securely process payments.
- Service Providers: For hosting, analytics, and customer support.
- Legal Authorities: Where required by law or to protect the rights of the Platform and its users.
We do not sell or rent your personal data to third parties.
6. Data Security
- Encryption of sensitive information during transmission.
- Secure storage of personal and payment data.
- Regular security monitoring and audits to prevent unauthorized access.
7. User Rights
Under the Personal Data Protection Act, you may have the right to:
- Access your personal data.
- Correct inaccuracies in your data.
- Delete your data, subject to legal obligations.
- Object to certain processing activities.
To exercise these rights, contact: info@mytanzaniasafari.app
8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
- We use cookies to enhance user experience and personalize content.
- We analyze usage patterns to improve services and performance.
- You can manage cookie preferences via your browser settings.
9. Data Retention
We retain personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law.
10. International Data Transfers
If you access the Platform from outside Tanzania, your data may be transferred to and processed in Tanzania or other jurisdictions with different data protection laws.
11. Children’s Privacy
Our Platform is not intended for individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children.
12. Policy Updates
We may update this policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Updates will be posted on this page with a new effective date.
13. Contact Information
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