Introduction
This Privacy Policy explains how Commversar collects, uses, and protects your information in accordance with the Kenya Data Protection Act, 2019.
Contact: [email protected]
Information We Collect
For Buyers (Unregistered Users)
- •Browsing Data: We use cookies and local storage to track your activity
- •Product Interactions: Items you view, like, or visit
- •Location Preferences: Your selected landmark university
- •Device Information: Technical data about how you access our platform
For Sellers (Registered Users)
- •Account Information: Name, gender, contact details (phone/email)
- •Verification Documents: Student ID or National ID (optional)
- •Google Sign-In Data: Name, email, and profile information if you register via Google
How We Use Your Information
Buyer Data
- •Recommend products and services based on your interests
- •Improve your shopping experience
- •Understand shopping trends and platform usage
Seller Data
- •Name: For identification purposes
- •Gender: To identify shopping patterns and trends
- •Contact Details: For support, notifications, and platform updates
- •Verification Documents: To verify your identity and display "verified" status
Verification
Verification is optional but highly encouraged. You can verify using:
- •Student ID (preferred for students)
- •National ID (for civilians or students without Student ID)
Verification increases buyer trust. We warn buyers about transacting with unverified merchants.
Note: You cannot change your name and gender after registration. For assistance, contact [email protected] .
Data Protection and Security
We implement high-level security measures to safeguard your information from unauthorized access, accidental leaks, or misuse. All data is stored securely in compliance with the Kenya Data Protection Act, 2019.
Your Rights
Under the Kenya Data Protection Act, 2019, you have the right to:
- •Access your personal data
- •Request correction of inaccurate data (except name and gender)
- •Request deletion of your account and data
- •Withdraw consent for data processing
To delete your account: Go to Account Center > Account Deletion. For assistance, contact [email protected] .
Age Guidelines
Anyone can browse our platform. We recommend users under 18 seek parental guidance when making transactions. Civilian users verifying with National ID must be 18 years or older.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Significant changes will be posted with an updated "Last Updated" date.
Contact Us
For questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data:
[email protected]By using Commversar, you agree to this Privacy Policy.