Privacy Policy
1. Introduction
Lagos Desert Warriors (“we,” “us,” “our”) values your privacy and is fully committed to safeguarding your personal data. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information when you visit or interact with our website, lagosdesertwarriors.com (the “Site”). We uphold the highest standards of data processing in accordance with applicable data protection laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (“GDPR”) and the California Consumer Privacy Act (“CCPA”), and are dedicated to maintaining your confidentiality, integrity, and trust.
2. Scope of Policy and Data Controller Role
This Privacy Policy applies to all visitors, users, and others who access or use our Site. For the purposes of the GDPR, Lagos Desert Warriors is the “Data Controller” of your personal information and responsible for its processing in accordance with applicable laws and this Policy. By using our Site or providing your personal information, you acknowledge the collection and use of your data as described herein.
3. Categories of Data Processed
We may collect and process the following categories of personal data about you:
3.1 Usage Data
Information about how you use the Site, including browser type, IP address, location data, browsing patterns, access times, and referring website addresses.
3.2 Account Data
Details you provide when creating or managing an account such as your full name, mailing address, email address, phone number, and login credentials.
3.3 Profile Data
Information derived from your account or inferred from your activity such as preferences, interests, past purchases, and user behavioral data.
3.4 Communication Data
Records of your interactions with us, including messages sent via forms, support requests, live chat transcripts, and other correspondence.
3.5 Technical Data
Data from your device including operating system, device type, system settings, time zone, platform, and language preferences.
3.6 Transaction Data
Details of transactions made on or through the Site, including purchase history, payment methods, and delivery or shipping information.
3.7 Preference Data
Information regarding your marketing preferences, communication subscriptions, and expressed interests in products or services.
4. Legal Bases for Processing
In compliance with the GDPR, we rely on the following legal bases to process your data:
– Consent: Where you have provided explicit consent to process your information for specific purposes, such as receiving newsletters.
– Contractual Necessity: When processing is required in order to fulfill a contract with you or to take steps at your request prior to entering into a contract.
– Legal Obligation: Where we are legally required to process your data, such as for tax or regulatory purposes.
– Legitimate Interests: We may process your data where necessary to pursue our legitimate interests, such as improving user experience, protecting security, conducting analytics, or marketing, provided these interests are not overridden by your rights.
5. Your Rights
Under GDPR and applicable privacy laws, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:
– Right of Access: You have the right to request access to the personal data we hold about you.
– Right to Rectification: You may request correction of incomplete or inaccurate data.
– Right to Erasure: Also known as the “right to be forgotten,” you may request deletion of your data.
– Right to Restriction: You may ask us to suspend processing of 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 transfer it to another controller.
To exercise these rights, please contact us at [email protected].
6. Security Measures
We implement industry-standard technical and organizational measures to secure your personal data, including but not limited to:
– Encryption of sensitive information during transfer and at rest
– Multi-factor authentication and access controls to restrict internal access to personal data
– Routine backups and disaster recovery mechanisms
– Regular security audits and staff training on data protection principles
7. International Transfers
If your data is transferred outside the European Economic Area (EEA), we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your privacy. These safeguards include the use of Standard Contractual Clauses approved by the European Commission and adherence to applicable data transfer regulations. Users from jurisdictions such as the U.S., the EEA, and California can be assured of appropriate data protection compliance.
8. Data Retention
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary for the purposes it was collected, or as required by applicable law:
– Usage Data: retained up to 24 months
– Account Data: retained until the account is deleted or after a period of inactivity (typically 3 years)
– Profile Data: retained as long as the user maintains an account
– Communication Data: retained for 18 months after resolution
– Technical Data: retained up to 12 months
– Transaction Data: retained for 7 years for financial and legal audit purposes
– Preference Data: retained until the user revokes or updates their preferences
9. Cookie Policy
We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance site functionality, track usage patterns, and deliver personalized content. Types of cookies used include:
– Essential Cookies: Required for the operation of the Site (e.g., authentication, account login)
– Functional Cookies: Enable enhanced features such as remembering preferences
– Analytics Cookies: Collect anonymized data to understand user behavior (e.g., Google Analytics)
– Performance Cookies: Provide statistical insights on site performance and responsiveness
10. Cookie Management and Compliance
We provide users with the ability to manage cookie preferences in compliance with GDPR and CCPA. Upon first visit to lagosdesertwarriors.com, you will be presented with a cookie consent banner. You can manage or withdraw your consent at any time through our Cookie Settings interface or by adjusting your browser preferences.
To opt-out of tracking technologies under CCPA, California residents can visit our “Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information” page which is linked in the footer of the Site.
11. Special Protections for Children
Our Site is not intended for users under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect or process personal data from children under 13. If we become aware that such data has been collected inadvertently, we will delete it promptly. If you believe that a child under 13 has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately at [email protected].
12. Policy Updates and User Notifications
We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in legal requirements, technology, or business operations. Material changes to the Policy will be notified to users via prominent notices on the Site or direct communication, where appropriate. Continued use of lagosdesertwarriors.com constitutes acknowledgment of the updated Policy.
13. Contact
For any questions, complaints, or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact us at:
We are committed to resolving any privacy-related issues you may have in a timely and satisfactory manner.
This Privacy Policy is designed to ensure compliance with the GDPR, CCPA, and other applicable data protection laws. Our commitment to your privacy is unwavering. Please reach out to us if you have any questions or require additional information.
