Privacy & Policy

Effective Date: 12 Sep, 2024

Fotisia ("we," "our," or "us") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, share, and safeguard your information when you use the Fotisia mobile application (the "App") and our related services (collectively, the "Services").

Please read this Privacy Policy carefully to understand our practices regarding your information and how we treat it. By using our Services, you agree to the collection, use, and disclosure of your information as described in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

a. Personal Information

We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you register for an account, use our Services, or communicate with us. This information may include:

• Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number.
• Profile Information: Education level, career interests, disabilities (if any), resume details, profile picture, and bio.
• Account Information: Username, password, and any other information you provide when creating your account.
• Age Verification: Date of birth to ensure compliance with age-related restrictions.

b. Sensitive Information

Fotisia may collect sensitive information to provide tailored services to users, particularly for those with disabilities. This may include:

• Disability Information: Details about any disabilities you may have, provided voluntarily during account setup or profile updates.

c. Content and Social Interactions Information

When using the Feeds page and other social features of the App, we collect information about posts, content, reactions, comments, and friend requests.

d. Device Information

When you use the App, we may collect certain information automatically from your device, such as:

• Device Identifiers: IP address, device ID, operating system, and device model.
• Usage Data: Information about how you use the App, such as features used and session duration.

e. Location Data

We may collect and process information about your actual location if you enable location services on your device to provide location-based services.

f. Cookies and Similar Technologies

We may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to collect information about your interactions with the App. You can manage your cookie preferences through your device settings.

2. Age Restrictions and Parental Controls

a. Minimum Age Requirement

Fotisia is not intended for use by children under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16. If we learn that we have, we will delete it as quickly as possible.

b. Parental Consent and Controls

Users between 16 and 18 must have parental or guardian consent to use the App. Parental controls allow monitoring and restrictions to ensure a safe experience.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Personalize your experience and provide tailored content.
• Facilitate social interactions, posts, and friend requests.
• Communicate with you and send updates or marketing content.
• Analyze usage and enhance the App.
• Ensure security, detect fraud, and comply with legal obligations.

4. Sharing Your Information

a. Service Providers

We may share your information with third-party service providers who help operate the App. They are bound by confidentiality agreements.

b. With Other Users

Your profile information and posts may be visible to other users. Content shared on the Feeds page can be reshared by others.

c. Legal Compliance

We may disclose your information to comply with legal obligations.

d. Business Transfers

In case of a merger or acquisition, your information may be transferred to the new entity.

5. Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

• Access and update your information via account settings.
• Request deletion of your account and data.
• Opt out of marketing communications.
• Control your social interactions and privacy settings.

6. Data Security

We use technical and organizational measures to protect your data, but we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. International Data Transfers

Your data may be transferred to countries with different data protection laws. We take steps to ensure security.

8. Community Guidelines

Users are prohibited from posting harmful or offensive content. Violations of our Community Guidelines may result in content removal or account suspension.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on the App, and the effective date will be updated.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions, contact us at:

Email: admin@fotisia.com

Address: Abuja, Nigeria