Privacy Policy
1. Introduction
At Lagos Desert Warriors, accessible via lagosdesertwarriors.com, we are committed to protecting your personal data and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how we process your information, your rights concerning your data, and the legal protections available to you. Our practices are designed to be in full compliance with applicable privacy laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (“GDPR”) and the California Consumer Privacy Act (“CCPA”), as amended by the California Privacy Rights Act (“CPRA”).
We implement a privacy-first approach in all aspects of our data processing activities and take proactive steps to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of your personal information.
2. Scope of the Policy and Data Controller Role
This Privacy Policy applies to all users of lagosdesertwarriors.com and governs how we collect, process, and use personal data. For the purpose of data protection legislation, Lagos Desert Warriors is the “data controller” with respect to the personal data described in this document.
All inquiries, requests, or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices should be directed to [email protected].
3. Categories of Data We Process
We may collect and process the following categories of personal data:
a. Usage Data
Includes information such as browser type, IP address, operating system, date/time of website visits, session duration, referral URLs, page interactions, and diagnostic logs.
b. Account Data
Includes full name, user ID, email address, physical address, and phone number, typically provided when registering for an account or placing an order.
c. Profile Data
Includes user preferences, purchase history, behavioral activities, and interaction patterns while using our services.
d. Communication Data
Includes information you provide in support tickets, contact forms, surveys, or other customer inquiries, including the content and history of correspondence.
e. Technical Data
Includes device identifiers, system configuration details, connection type, browser plug-in types and versions, operating system versions, and platform-related specifications.
f. Transaction Data
Includes payment information, billing/shipping address, transaction history, delivery records, and related financial operations.
g. Preference Data
Includes your consents, product and service interests, communication preferences, and marketing opt-in/opt-out choices.
4. Legal Bases for Processing
We process your personal data under the following lawful bases, as defined under the GDPR and CCPA where applicable:
– Contractual Necessity: For the fulfillment of a contract, such as order processing or service provisioning.
– Legitimate Interest: To optimize the security, usability, and performance of lagosdesertwarriors.com, and for business development purposes not overridden by your rights.
– Consent: Where you have freely provided clear, informed consent (e.g., for marketing communications or cookies beyond essential).
– Legal Obligation: To fulfill our obligations under applicable laws and regulatory requirements.
5. Your Rights
You have the following rights concerning your personal data:
– Right of Access: You may request access to your personal data and obtain a copy.
– Right to Rectification: You have the right to correct any inaccurate or incomplete data.
– Right to Erasure: You may request that we delete your personal data, subject to certain legal exceptions.
– Right to Restrict Processing: You may limit the way we use your data under certain circumstances.
– Right to Data Portability: You have the right to receive your data in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format and to have it transmitted to another controller.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at [email protected] with a clear description of your request.
6. Security Measures
We implement robust technical and organizational controls to protect your data, including but not limited to:
– TLS/SSL encryption during data transmission
– Role-based access controls and password protection
– Routine data backups and disaster recovery protocols
– Regular staff training and awareness programs
– Secure cloud infrastructure and privacy-by-design system development
7. International Transfers
Where your personal data is transferred outside of the jurisdiction in which you reside, such as to service providers or data processors located globally, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place. These safeguards include Standard Contractual Clauses (approved by the European Commission), binding corporate rules, or certifications under recognized data protection frameworks.
8. Data Retention
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected:
– Usage Data: 12 months from the date of collection
– Account Data: Retained while the account is active and for up to 6 years thereafter for legal compliance
– Profile and Preference Data: Retained for 24 months after the last engagement or until consent is withdrawn
– Communication Records: Up to 3 years from the last interaction
– Transaction Data: 7 years for tax and auditing purposes
– Technical Data: 12 months from collection
After these periods, data is securely deleted or anonymized.
9. Cookie Policy
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on lagosdesertwarriors.com. The types of cookies we use are:
– Essential Cookies: Required for the basic functionality of our website.
– Functional Cookies: Support enhanced features and personalization.
– Analytics Cookies: Collect aggregated data on usage to improve site performance.
– Performance Cookies: Monitor responsiveness, uptime, and user interaction for quality assurance.
10. Cookie Management and Compliance
In compliance with GDPR and CCPA standards, you will be presented with a clear choice upon visiting the site to consent to or reject non-essential cookies. You can manage your cookie preferences at any time through your browser settings or our dedicated cookie management tool. California residents may opt out of the sale or sharing of personal information via applicable settings or by contacting us.
11. Children’s Privacy
Our services are not directed to individuals under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect data from children. Should we become aware that we have inadvertently collected data from a child, we will take immediate steps to delete such information. Parents or guardians who believe their child has provided us with personal data may contact us at [email protected] to request removal.
12. Policy Updates
We reserve the right to amend this Privacy Policy if our practices change or to reflect updates to applicable laws. When changes are made, we will revise the policy accordingly and, where legally required, notify users of significant updates via email or prominent notice on lagosdesertwarriors.com.
13. Contact Information
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests related to this Privacy Policy or your personal data rights, please email us at:
Email: [email protected]
We are committed to resolving all privacy concerns in accordance with applicable data protection laws.
Lagos Desert Warriors is fully committed to safeguarding your privacy and ensuring compliance with the GDPR, CCPA, and applicable global privacy standards. If you have any further concerns, we encourage you to reach out to us directly.