Privacy

Effective Date: 18th November 2024

Thank you for choosing to be part of our community at the African Development Institute(“company”, “we”, “us”, or “our”), a trading name of A D Imperative Ltd. We are committed to protecting your personal information and your right to privacy. If you have any questions or concerns about our policy, or our practices with regards to your personal information, please contact us at [email protected].

When you visit our site and use our services, you trust us with your personal information. We take your privacy very seriously. In this privacy notice, we describe our privacy policy. We seek to explain to you in the clearest way possible what information we collect, how we use it, and what rights you have in relation to it. We hope you take some time to read through it carefully, as it is important. If there are any terms in this privacy policy that you do not agree with, please discontinue use of our website and our services.

This privacy policy applies to all information collected through our website and/or any related services, sales, marketing, or events (collectively referred to in this privacy policy as the “Sites”).

Please read this privacy policy carefully as it will help you make informed decisions about sharing your personal information with us.

1. What Information Do We Collect?

Personal Information You Disclose to Us

In Short:

We collect personal information that you provide to us, such as your name, contact details, and payment information.

We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when registering, expressing interest in our services, participating in activities (such as forums, competitions, or giveaways), or otherwise contacting us.

The personal information we collect may include the following:

Name and Contact Data: Your first and last name, email address, postal address, phone number, and other similar contact details.Credentials: Passwords and similar security information used for authentication and account access.Payment Data: Payment details such as credit card numbers, security codes, and billing addresses (processed securely by our payment processor).

Information Automatically Collected

In Short:

Some information – such as your IP address and device characteristics – is collected automatically when you visit our Sites.

We automatically collect certain technical information when you visit, use, or navigate the Sites. This may include device and usage information, such as IP addresses, browser types, operating systems, language preferences, and referring URLs.

Like many businesses, we use cookies and similar technologies to enhance functionality and improve user experience.

Information Collected from Other Sources

In Short:

We may collect limited data from public databases, partners, or third-party providers.

Examples include social media profile information, marketing leads, and publicly available data.

2. Will Your Information Be Shared With Anyone?

In Short:

We only share information with your consent, to comply with laws, or to fulfill business obligations.

We may share or process your data under the following circumstances:

With Vendors and Service Providers: For payment processing, customer support, marketing, or analytics.For Legal Obligations: To comply with applicable law or legal processes.With Affiliates and Business Partners: For joint projects, promotions, or internal operations.

3. Do We Use Cookies and Other Tracking Technologies?

In Short:

Yes, we use cookies and other tracking technologies to enhance your experience.

You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.

4. How Do We Handle Your Social Logins?

In Short:

If you use social media logins, we may access limited profile data as permitted by the provider.

This data is used only for purposes outlined in this policy.

5. Is Your Information Transferred Internationally?

In Short:

We may process your information in countries outside of your own.

Where required, we implement safeguards to protect your data during international transfers.

6. What Is Our Stance on Third-Party Websites?

In Short:

We are not responsible for third-party content or their privacy practices.

We recommend reviewing third-party privacy policies before engaging with their services.

7. How Long Do We Keep Your Information?

In Short:

We retain data only as long as necessary for legitimate business or legal purposes.

When no longer needed, your data will be securely deleted or anonymised.

8. How Do We Keep Your Information Safe?

In Short:

We implement technical and organizational security measures to safeguard your data.

However, no system can guarantee absolute security. Please use the Sites in a secure environment.

9. What Are Your Privacy Rights?

In Short:

You may review, update, or delete your personal information at any time.

Residents of the European Economic Area (EEA) have additional rights under GDPR, such as data access and portability.

To exercise your rights, contact us at [email protected].

10. Do We Make Updates to This Policy?

In Short:

Yes, this policy may be updated periodically to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws.

We will notify you of material updates by posting a notice on our website.

11. How Can You Contact Us About This Policy?

If you have questions or comments about this policy, please contact us:

Email: [email protected] or Address: 20-22 Wenlock Road, London, England, N1 7GU