PRIVACY POLICY

PRIVACY POLICY

Effective Date: October 29, 2025

Effective Date: October 29, 2025

Last Updated: October 29, 2025

Last Updated: October 29, 2025

1. INTRODUCTION

1. INTRODUCTION

Welcome to Bring-Am! We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how Bring-Am ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, shares, and protects your personal data when you use our food delivery platform, mobile application, and related services.

This Privacy Policy applies to all users of Bring-Am, including:

  • Customers who order food through our platform

  • Riders who deliver orders

  • Vendors (restaurants and food businesses) who partner with us

  • Website Visitors who browse our website

By using Bring-Am, you consent to the collection, use, and sharing of your information as described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with this policy, please do not use our services.

Welcome to Bring-Am! We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how Bring-Am ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, shares, and protects your personal data when you use our food delivery platform, mobile application, and related services.

This Privacy Policy applies to all users of Bring-Am, including:

  • Customers who order food through our platform

  • Riders who deliver orders

  • Vendors (restaurants and food businesses) who partner with us

  • Website Visitors who browse our website

By using Bring-Am, you consent to the collection, use, and sharing of your information as described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with this policy, please do not use our services.

2. INFORMATION WE COLLECT

2. INFORMATION WE COLLECT

We collect various types of information to provide and improve our services. The information we collect depends on how you use Bring-Am.

2.1 Information You Provide Directly

For Customers:

  • Account Information: Full name, email address, phone number, password

  • Delivery Information: Delivery addresses (home, work, other locations), apartment/building details, delivery instructions

  • Payment Information: Credit/debit card details, bank account information, billing address (processed securely through third-party payment processors)

  • Profile Information: Profile picture (optional), saved preferences, favorite restaurants

  • Communication: Messages sent through the app, customer support inquiries, feedback, and reviews

  • Identity Verification: Government-issued ID (if required for age-restricted orders or verification purposes)

For Riders:

  • Account Information: Full name, email address, phone number, password

  • Personal Details: Date of birth, residential address, gender

  • Identification Documents: National ID, Driver's License, International Passport, or Voter's Card

  • Vehicle Information: Vehicle type, registration number, insurance details, driver's license number

  • Financial Information: Bank account details (for payments), tax identification number

  • Background Check Information: Criminal record check results (where applicable and legally permitted)

  • Emergency Contact: Name and phone number of emergency contact person

  • Guarantor Information: Name, address, and contact details of guarantor

For Vendors:

  • Business Information: Business name, trading name, business address, business registration number

  • Contact Information: Business phone number, email address, owner/manager name and contact details

  • Documentation: Business registration certificate, food handler's permits, health certificates, NAFDAC registration, tax identification number

  • Financial Information: Bank account details for payments

  • Menu Information: Food items, descriptions, prices, images, ingredients, allergen information

  • Operational Details: Operating hours, kitchen capacity, staff information


2.2 Information Collected Automatically

Location Data:

  • Customers: Delivery address, real-time location (if you enable location services) to help us provide accurate delivery estimates and improve service

  • Riders: Real-time GPS location while you are online and accepting deliveries to enable order assignment, route optimization, and delivery tracking

  • Vendors: Business location coordinates for mapping and customer proximity calculations

Device Information:

  • Device type (smartphone, tablet, computer)

  • Operating system and version

  • Unique device identifiers (IMEI, MEID, device ID)

  • IP address

  • Mobile network information

  • Browser type and version

Usage Data:

  • Pages or features accessed within the app

  • Time spent on different sections

  • Search queries and browsing history

  • Orders placed, frequency, and preferences

  • Interaction with notifications

  • App crashes and technical errors

  • Clickstream data

Cookies and Similar Technologies:

  • We use cookies, web beacons, and similar tracking technologies to remember your preferences, analyze usage patterns, and improve user experience

  • You can control cookie settings through your browser, but disabling cookies may limit some functionality


2.3 Information from Third Parties

  • Payment Processors: Transaction confirmation, payment status (we do not store complete credit card numbers)

  • Social Media: If you choose to sign up or log in using social media accounts (Facebook, Google), we may receive basic profile information

  • Identity Verification Services: Verification results for riders and vendors

  • Credit Reference Agencies: For fraud prevention purposes (where legally permitted)

  • Marketing Partners: If you interact with our ads on third-party platforms

  • Public Sources: Business information for vendor verification


2.4 Information from Other Users

  • Ratings and Reviews: Customers rate riders and vendors; vendors and riders may provide feedback

  • Referrals: If someone refers you to Bring-Am, we receive your contact information

  • Communications: Messages between customers, riders, and vendors through the platform

We collect various types of information to provide and improve our services. The information we collect depends on how you use Bring-Am.

2.1 Information You Provide Directly

For Customers:

  • Account Information: Full name, email address, phone number, password

  • Delivery Information: Delivery addresses (home, work, other locations), apartment/building details, delivery instructions

  • Payment Information: Credit/debit card details, bank account information, billing address (processed securely through third-party payment processors)

  • Profile Information: Profile picture (optional), saved preferences, favorite restaurants

  • Communication: Messages sent through the app, customer support inquiries, feedback, and reviews

  • Identity Verification: Government-issued ID (if required for age-restricted orders or verification purposes)

For Riders:

  • Account Information: Full name, email address, phone number, password

  • Personal Details: Date of birth, residential address, gender

  • Identification Documents: National ID, Driver's License, International Passport, or Voter's Card

  • Vehicle Information: Vehicle type, registration number, insurance details, driver's license number

  • Financial Information: Bank account details (for payments), tax identification number

  • Background Check Information: Criminal record check results (where applicable and legally permitted)

  • Emergency Contact: Name and phone number of emergency contact person

  • Guarantor Information: Name, address, and contact details of guarantor

For Vendors:

  • Business Information: Business name, trading name, business address, business registration number

  • Contact Information: Business phone number, email address, owner/manager name and contact details

  • Documentation: Business registration certificate, food handler's permits, health certificates, NAFDAC registration, tax identification number

  • Financial Information: Bank account details for payments

  • Menu Information: Food items, descriptions, prices, images, ingredients, allergen information

  • Operational Details: Operating hours, kitchen capacity, staff information


2.2 Information Collected Automatically

Location Data:

  • Customers: Delivery address, real-time location (if you enable location services) to help us provide accurate delivery estimates and improve service

  • Riders: Real-time GPS location while you are online and accepting deliveries to enable order assignment, route optimization, and delivery tracking

  • Vendors: Business location coordinates for mapping and customer proximity calculations

Device Information:

  • Device type (smartphone, tablet, computer)

  • Operating system and version

  • Unique device identifiers (IMEI, MEID, device ID)

  • IP address

  • Mobile network information

  • Browser type and version

Usage Data:

  • Pages or features accessed within the app

  • Time spent on different sections

  • Search queries and browsing history

  • Orders placed, frequency, and preferences

  • Interaction with notifications

  • App crashes and technical errors

  • Clickstream data

Cookies and Similar Technologies:

  • We use cookies, web beacons, and similar tracking technologies to remember your preferences, analyze usage patterns, and improve user experience

  • You can control cookie settings through your browser, but disabling cookies may limit some functionality


2.3 Information from Third Parties

  • Payment Processors: Transaction confirmation, payment status (we do not store complete credit card numbers)

  • Social Media: If you choose to sign up or log in using social media accounts (Facebook, Google), we may receive basic profile information

  • Identity Verification Services: Verification results for riders and vendors

  • Credit Reference Agencies: For fraud prevention purposes (where legally permitted)

  • Marketing Partners: If you interact with our ads on third-party platforms

  • Public Sources: Business information for vendor verification


2.4 Information from Other Users

  • Ratings and Reviews: Customers rate riders and vendors; vendors and riders may provide feedback

  • Referrals: If someone refers you to Bring-Am, we receive your contact information

  • Communications: Messages between customers, riders, and vendors through the platform

3. HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION

3. HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION

We use your personal information for the following purposes:

3.1 Service Delivery and Order Fulfillment

  • Process Orders: Facilitate orders between customers, vendors, and riders

  • Enable Deliveries: Share necessary information (delivery address, contact details) with riders to complete deliveries

  • Order Tracking: Provide real-time order status updates and delivery tracking

  • Payment Processing: Process payments, issue refunds, and maintain transaction records

  • Customer Support: Respond to inquiries, resolve disputes, and provide assistance

  • Communication: Send order confirmations, delivery updates, and service notifications via email, SMS, push notifications, and in-app messages


3.2 Platform Improvement and Personalization

  • Improve Services: Analyze usage patterns to enhance user experience, app functionality, and platform features

  • Personalization: Recommend restaurants, dishes, and deals based on your preferences and order history

  • Algorithm Optimization: Improve delivery routing, rider assignment, and delivery time estimates

  • Product Development: Develop new features and services based on user needs

  • Quality Assurance: Monitor service quality, delivery performance, and food standards


3.3 Safety and Security

  • Account Security: Verify identities, prevent unauthorized access, and protect accounts from fraud

  • Fraud Prevention: Detect and prevent fraudulent transactions, fake accounts, and abuse of promotions

  • Platform Integrity: Prevent misuse, spam, and violations of our Terms and Conditions

  • Background Checks: Screen riders and vendors to ensure platform safety (where legally permitted)

  • Incident Response: Investigate accidents, disputes, and safety concerns

  • Compliance: Meet legal and regulatory obligations


3.4 Marketing and Promotions

  • Promotional Communications: Send you information about special offers, discounts, new restaurants, and platform updates (you can opt-out)

  • Targeted Advertising: Show you relevant ads on our platform and third-party websites based on your interests

  • Referral Programs: Manage referral incentives and track referrals

  • Market Research: Conduct surveys and gather feedback to improve services

  • Brand Awareness: Promote Bring-Am through various marketing channels


3.5 Business Operations

  • Analytics and Reporting: Generate insights about user behavior, platform performance, and business metrics

  • Financial Management: Process payments to vendors and riders, maintain accounting records

  • Legal Compliance: Comply with tax obligations, respond to legal requests, and enforce our Terms and Conditions

  • Business Transactions: Facilitate mergers, acquisitions, or sale of business assets (your data may be transferred)


3.6 Communication and Engagement

  • Notifications: Send transactional notifications (order updates, delivery status)

  • Service Updates: Inform you of changes to our services, policies, or terms

  • Feedback Collection: Request ratings, reviews, and feedback to improve quality

  • Community Building: Foster engagement through loyalty programs and community features

We use your personal information for the following purposes:

3.1 Service Delivery and Order Fulfillment

  • Process Orders: Facilitate orders between customers, vendors, and riders

  • Enable Deliveries: Share necessary information (delivery address, contact details) with riders to complete deliveries

  • Order Tracking: Provide real-time order status updates and delivery tracking

  • Payment Processing: Process payments, issue refunds, and maintain transaction records

  • Customer Support: Respond to inquiries, resolve disputes, and provide assistance

  • Communication: Send order confirmations, delivery updates, and service notifications via email, SMS, push notifications, and in-app messages


3.2 Platform Improvement and Personalization

  • Improve Services: Analyze usage patterns to enhance user experience, app functionality, and platform features

  • Personalization: Recommend restaurants, dishes, and deals based on your preferences and order history

  • Algorithm Optimization: Improve delivery routing, rider assignment, and delivery time estimates

  • Product Development: Develop new features and services based on user needs

  • Quality Assurance: Monitor service quality, delivery performance, and food standards


3.3 Safety and Security

  • Account Security: Verify identities, prevent unauthorized access, and protect accounts from fraud

  • Fraud Prevention: Detect and prevent fraudulent transactions, fake accounts, and abuse of promotions

  • Platform Integrity: Prevent misuse, spam, and violations of our Terms and Conditions

  • Background Checks: Screen riders and vendors to ensure platform safety (where legally permitted)

  • Incident Response: Investigate accidents, disputes, and safety concerns

  • Compliance: Meet legal and regulatory obligations


3.4 Marketing and Promotions

  • Promotional Communications: Send you information about special offers, discounts, new restaurants, and platform updates (you can opt-out)

  • Targeted Advertising: Show you relevant ads on our platform and third-party websites based on your interests

  • Referral Programs: Manage referral incentives and track referrals

  • Market Research: Conduct surveys and gather feedback to improve services

  • Brand Awareness: Promote Bring-Am through various marketing channels


3.5 Business Operations

  • Analytics and Reporting: Generate insights about user behavior, platform performance, and business metrics

  • Financial Management: Process payments to vendors and riders, maintain accounting records

  • Legal Compliance: Comply with tax obligations, respond to legal requests, and enforce our Terms and Conditions

  • Business Transactions: Facilitate mergers, acquisitions, or sale of business assets (your data may be transferred)


3.6 Communication and Engagement

  • Notifications: Send transactional notifications (order updates, delivery status)

  • Service Updates: Inform you of changes to our services, policies, or terms

  • Feedback Collection: Request ratings, reviews, and feedback to improve quality

  • Community Building: Foster engagement through loyalty programs and community features

4. HOW WE SHARE YOUR INFORMATION

4. HOW WE SHARE YOUR INFORMATION

We share your information with third parties only as described below. We do not sell your personal data to third parties for their marketing purposes.

4.1 Within the Bring-Am Ecosystem

Customers, Vendors, and Riders:

  • Customer to Vendor: When you place an order, the vendor receives your first name, delivery address, phone number, and order details to prepare and fulfill your order

  • Customer to Rider: The rider receives your first name, delivery address, phone number, and delivery instructions to complete delivery

  • Rider to Customer: You can see the rider's first name, photo (if provided), and real-time location during delivery

  • Vendor to Rider: Vendors share order details and pickup information with riders

  • Ratings and Reviews: Feedback may be visible to other users on the platform


4.2 Service Providers and Business Partners

We share information with trusted third-party service providers who help us operate our platform:

  • Payment Processors: Paystack, Flutterwave, Interswitch, and other payment gateways to process transactions

  • Cloud Service Providers: Amazon Web Services (AWS), Google Cloud, or Microsoft Azure for data storage and hosting

  • SMS and Email Services: Twilio, SendGrid, or similar providers for sending notifications

  • Mapping and Navigation: Google Maps API for location services and route optimization

  • Analytics Providers: Google Analytics, Firebase Analytics for usage insights

  • Customer Support Tools: Zendesk, Intercom, or similar platforms for managing support tickets

  • Identity Verification Services: For background checks and identity verification

  • Marketing and Advertising Partners: Facebook, Google Ads, and other platforms for targeted advertising

  • Delivery Logistics Partners: Third-party delivery services (if we collaborate with external delivery providers)

All service providers are contractually obligated to protect your data and use it only for the purposes we specify.


4.3 Legal and Regulatory Compliance

We may disclose your information when required by law or to protect our rights:

  • Legal Obligations: Comply with court orders, subpoenas, legal processes, or regulatory requests

  • Law Enforcement: Respond to requests from police, security agencies, or government authorities

  • Rights Protection: Enforce our Terms and Conditions, investigate violations, and protect our legal rights

  • Safety and Security: Prevent fraud, protect users from harm, and respond to emergencies

  • Tax Authorities: Provide information required for tax compliance and reporting

  • Regulatory Bodies: Share information with NAFDAC, health departments, or other regulatory agencies as required


4.4 Business Transfers

If Bring-Am is involved in a merger, acquisition, sale of assets, bankruptcy, or reorganization, your personal information may be transferred to the acquiring entity. We will notify you of any such change and provide options regarding your data.


4.5 With Your Consent

We may share your information with third parties when you explicitly consent, such as:

  • Participating in joint promotions with partner brands

  • Connecting your account to third-party apps or services

  • Sharing your referral link with friends


4.6 Aggregated and Anonymized Data

We may share aggregated, anonymized, or de-identified data that cannot be used to identify you personally. This includes:

  • Platform usage statistics

  • Market trends and insights

  • Research and analytics reports

This data is used for business intelligence, market research, and improving services.

We share your information with third parties only as described below. We do not sell your personal data to third parties for their marketing purposes.

4.1 Within the Bring-Am Ecosystem

Customers, Vendors, and Riders:

  • Customer to Vendor: When you place an order, the vendor receives your first name, delivery address, phone number, and order details to prepare and fulfill your order

  • Customer to Rider: The rider receives your first name, delivery address, phone number, and delivery instructions to complete delivery

  • Rider to Customer: You can see the rider's first name, photo (if provided), and real-time location during delivery

  • Vendor to Rider: Vendors share order details and pickup information with riders

  • Ratings and Reviews: Feedback may be visible to other users on the platform


4.2 Service Providers and Business Partners

We share information with trusted third-party service providers who help us operate our platform:

  • Payment Processors: Paystack, Flutterwave, Interswitch, and other payment gateways to process transactions

  • Cloud Service Providers: Amazon Web Services (AWS), Google Cloud, or Microsoft Azure for data storage and hosting

  • SMS and Email Services: Twilio, SendGrid, or similar providers for sending notifications

  • Mapping and Navigation: Google Maps API for location services and route optimization

  • Analytics Providers: Google Analytics, Firebase Analytics for usage insights

  • Customer Support Tools: Zendesk, Intercom, or similar platforms for managing support tickets

  • Identity Verification Services: For background checks and identity verification

  • Marketing and Advertising Partners: Facebook, Google Ads, and other platforms for targeted advertising

  • Delivery Logistics Partners: Third-party delivery services (if we collaborate with external delivery providers)

All service providers are contractually obligated to protect your data and use it only for the purposes we specify.


4.3 Legal and Regulatory Compliance

We may disclose your information when required by law or to protect our rights:

  • Legal Obligations: Comply with court orders, subpoenas, legal processes, or regulatory requests

  • Law Enforcement: Respond to requests from police, security agencies, or government authorities

  • Rights Protection: Enforce our Terms and Conditions, investigate violations, and protect our legal rights

  • Safety and Security: Prevent fraud, protect users from harm, and respond to emergencies

  • Tax Authorities: Provide information required for tax compliance and reporting

  • Regulatory Bodies: Share information with NAFDAC, health departments, or other regulatory agencies as required


4.4 Business Transfers

If Bring-Am is involved in a merger, acquisition, sale of assets, bankruptcy, or reorganization, your personal information may be transferred to the acquiring entity. We will notify you of any such change and provide options regarding your data.


4.5 With Your Consent

We may share your information with third parties when you explicitly consent, such as:

  • Participating in joint promotions with partner brands

  • Connecting your account to third-party apps or services

  • Sharing your referral link with friends


4.6 Aggregated and Anonymized Data

We may share aggregated, anonymized, or de-identified data that cannot be used to identify you personally. This includes:

  • Platform usage statistics

  • Market trends and insights

  • Research and analytics reports

This data is used for business intelligence, market research, and improving services.

5. DATA RETENTION

5. DATA RETENTION

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.

5.1 Retention Periods

Active Accounts:

  • We retain your data while your account is active and you continue using Bring-Am

Closed Accounts:

  • Customers: Personal data is retained for 3 years after account closure for legal, tax, and dispute resolution purposes, then deleted or anonymized

  • Riders: Data retained for 7 years due to tax and employment law requirements, then deleted or anonymized

  • Vendors: Business and financial data retained for 7 years for accounting and tax compliance, then deleted or anonymized

Transaction Records:

  • Order history, payment records, and invoices are retained for 7 years for financial, tax, and legal compliance

Communication Records:

  • Customer support interactions and messages retained for 2 years for quality assurance and dispute resolution

Legal Holds:

  • If data is subject to legal proceedings, investigations, or regulatory requests, we retain it until the matter is resolved


5.2 Data Deletion

After retention periods expire, we will:

  • Permanently delete your personal data from our systems

  • Anonymize data so it can no longer identify you

  • Retain only aggregated, non-identifiable data for analytics

You can request early deletion of your data (subject to legal obligations) by contacting us.

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.

5.1 Retention Periods

Active Accounts:

  • We retain your data while your account is active and you continue using Bring-Am

Closed Accounts:

  • Customers: Personal data is retained for 3 years after account closure for legal, tax, and dispute resolution purposes, then deleted or anonymized

  • Riders: Data retained for 7 years due to tax and employment law requirements, then deleted or anonymized

  • Vendors: Business and financial data retained for 7 years for accounting and tax compliance, then deleted or anonymized

Transaction Records:

  • Order history, payment records, and invoices are retained for 7 years for financial, tax, and legal compliance

Communication Records:

  • Customer support interactions and messages retained for 2 years for quality assurance and dispute resolution

Legal Holds:

  • If data is subject to legal proceedings, investigations, or regulatory requests, we retain it until the matter is resolved


5.2 Data Deletion

After retention periods expire, we will:

  • Permanently delete your personal data from our systems

  • Anonymize data so it can no longer identify you

  • Retain only aggregated, non-identifiable data for analytics

You can request early deletion of your data (subject to legal obligations) by contacting us.

6. YOUR RIGHTS AND CHOICES

6. YOUR RIGHTS AND CHOICES

You have certain rights regarding your personal information. These rights may vary depending on your location and applicable data protection laws.

6.1 Access and Portability

  • Right to Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you

  • Data Portability: Request your data in a structured, commonly used, machine-readable format for transfer to another service

  • How to Exercise: Contact us at privacy@bring-am.com or use the "Download My Data" feature in your account settings


6.2 Correction and Updates

  • Right to Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal information

  • How to Exercise: Update your profile information directly in the app or contact us at privacy@bring-am.com


6.3 Deletion

  • Right to Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal obligations)

  • Account Closure: You can delete your account through app settings or by contacting support

  • Limitations: We may retain certain data for legal, tax, or legitimate business purposes even after deletion requests

  • How to Exercise: Use the "Delete Account" option in app settings or email privacy@bring-am.com


6.4 Objection and Restriction

  • Right to Object: Object to processing of your personal data for marketing purposes or based on legitimate interests

  • Right to Restriction: Request restriction of processing in certain circumstances (e.g., while accuracy is being verified)

  • How to Exercise: Contact privacy@bring-am.com with your specific concerns


6.5 Opt-Out of Marketing Communications

You can opt-out of promotional communications at any time:

  • Email: Click "Unsubscribe" in any marketing email

  • SMS: Reply "STOP" to opt-out of SMS marketing

  • Push Notifications: Disable in your device or app settings

  • In-App: Adjust notification preferences in account settings

Note: You will still receive transactional messages (order confirmations, delivery updates) necessary for service delivery.


6.6 Location Data Controls

  • Customers: Enable or disable location services in your device settings; note that some features require location access

  • Riders: You must enable location services to receive and complete deliveries; you can disable when offline


6.7 Cookie Controls

  • Manage cookie preferences through your browser settings

  • Note that disabling cookies may affect platform functionality


6.8 Withdraw Consent

If processing is based on consent, you can withdraw consent at any time. This does not affect the lawfulness of processing before withdrawal.


6.9 Exercising Your Rights

To exercise any of these rights:

  • Email: privacy@bring-am.com

  • In-App: Account Settings > Privacy > Data Rights

  • Mail: [Insert physical address]

We will respond to your request within 30 days. We may ask for identification to verify your identity before processing requests.

You have certain rights regarding your personal information. These rights may vary depending on your location and applicable data protection laws.

6.1 Access and Portability

  • Right to Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you

  • Data Portability: Request your data in a structured, commonly used, machine-readable format for transfer to another service

  • How to Exercise: Contact us at privacy@bring-am.com or use the "Download My Data" feature in your account settings


6.2 Correction and Updates

  • Right to Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal information

  • How to Exercise: Update your profile information directly in the app or contact us at privacy@bring-am.com


6.3 Deletion

  • Right to Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal obligations)

  • Account Closure: You can delete your account through app settings or by contacting support

  • Limitations: We may retain certain data for legal, tax, or legitimate business purposes even after deletion requests

  • How to Exercise: Use the "Delete Account" option in app settings or email privacy@bring-am.com


6.4 Objection and Restriction

  • Right to Object: Object to processing of your personal data for marketing purposes or based on legitimate interests

  • Right to Restriction: Request restriction of processing in certain circumstances (e.g., while accuracy is being verified)

  • How to Exercise: Contact privacy@bring-am.com with your specific concerns


6.5 Opt-Out of Marketing Communications

You can opt-out of promotional communications at any time:

  • Email: Click "Unsubscribe" in any marketing email

  • SMS: Reply "STOP" to opt-out of SMS marketing

  • Push Notifications: Disable in your device or app settings

  • In-App: Adjust notification preferences in account settings

Note: You will still receive transactional messages (order confirmations, delivery updates) necessary for service delivery.


6.6 Location Data Controls

  • Customers: Enable or disable location services in your device settings; note that some features require location access

  • Riders: You must enable location services to receive and complete deliveries; you can disable when offline


6.7 Cookie Controls

  • Manage cookie preferences through your browser settings

  • Note that disabling cookies may affect platform functionality


6.8 Withdraw Consent

If processing is based on consent, you can withdraw consent at any time. This does not affect the lawfulness of processing before withdrawal.


6.9 Exercising Your Rights

To exercise any of these rights:

  • Email: privacy@bring-am.com

  • In-App: Account Settings > Privacy > Data Rights

  • Mail: [Insert physical address]

We will respond to your request within 30 days. We may ask for identification to verify your identity before processing requests.

7. DATA SECURITY

7. ACCOUNT PERFORMANCE AND
CONSEQUENCES

We take the security of your personal information seriously and implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect it.

7.1 Security Measures

  • Encryption: Data transmitted between your device and our servers is encrypted using SSL/TLS protocols

  • Secure Storage: Personal data is stored on secure servers with encryption at rest

  • Access Controls: Limited access to personal data on a need-to-know basis with role-based permissions

  • Authentication: Strong password requirements, secure login processes, and optional two-factor authentication

  • Firewalls and Intrusion Detection: Network security measures to prevent unauthorized access

  • Regular Security Audits: Periodic security assessments and vulnerability testing

  • Employee Training: Staff trained on data protection and security best practices

  • Vendor Security: Third-party service providers must meet our security standards


7.2 Payment Security

  • PCI DSS Compliance: Payment processing complies with Payment Card Industry Data Security Standards

  • No Card Storage: We do not store complete credit card numbers; payment data is tokenized and processed by certified payment gateways

  • Secure Transactions: All payment transactions are encrypted and monitored for fraud


7.3 Your Responsibility

You also play a role in protecting your information:

  • Strong Passwords: Use strong, unique passwords and change them regularly

  • Account Security: Do not share your login credentials with others

  • Device Security: Secure your device with passwords, PINs, or biometric locks

  • Logout: Log out after using Bring-Am on shared or public devices

  • Report Suspicious Activity: Immediately report unauthorized access or suspicious activity to support@bring-am.com


7.4 Data Breach Response

In the unlikely event of a data breach that affects your personal information:

  • We will investigate promptly

  • Notify affected users within 72 hours (where legally required)

  • Inform relevant authorities as required by law

  • Take steps to mitigate harm and prevent future incidents

We take the security of your personal information seriously and implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect it.

7.1 Security Measures

  • Encryption: Data transmitted between your device and our servers is encrypted using SSL/TLS protocols

  • Secure Storage: Personal data is stored on secure servers with encryption at rest

  • Access Controls: Limited access to personal data on a need-to-know basis with role-based permissions

  • Authentication: Strong password requirements, secure login processes, and optional two-factor authentication

  • Firewalls and Intrusion Detection: Network security measures to prevent unauthorized access

  • Regular Security Audits: Periodic security assessments and vulnerability testing

  • Employee Training: Staff trained on data protection and security best practices

  • Vendor Security: Third-party service providers must meet our security standards


7.2 Payment Security

  • PCI DSS Compliance: Payment processing complies with Payment Card Industry Data Security Standards

  • No Card Storage: We do not store complete credit card numbers; payment data is tokenized and processed by certified payment gateways

  • Secure Transactions: All payment transactions are encrypted and monitored for fraud


7.3 Your Responsibility

You also play a role in protecting your information:

  • Strong Passwords: Use strong, unique passwords and change them regularly

  • Account Security: Do not share your login credentials with others

  • Device Security: Secure your device with passwords, PINs, or biometric locks

  • Logout: Log out after using Bring-Am on shared or public devices

  • Report Suspicious Activity: Immediately report unauthorized access or suspicious activity to support@bring-am.com


7.4 Data Breach Response

In the unlikely event of a data breach that affects your personal information:

  • We will investigate promptly

  • Notify affected users within 72 hours (where legally required)

  • Inform relevant authorities as required by law

  • Take steps to mitigate harm and prevent future incidents

8. CHILDREN'S PRIVACY

8. CHILDREN'S PRIVACY

Bring-Am is not intended for use by individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

  • Age Restriction: You must be at least 18 years old to create an account

  • Parental Supervision: If you are under 18, you may use Bring-Am only with the involvement and consent of a parent or guardian

  • Discovery of Child Data: If we discover that we have collected information from a child under 18 without proper consent, we will delete it promptly

  • Reporting: If you believe a child has provided personal information to us, please contact privacy@bring-am.com

Bring-Am is not intended for use by individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

  • Age Restriction: You must be at least 18 years old to create an account

  • Parental Supervision: If you are under 18, you may use Bring-Am only with the involvement and consent of a parent or guardian

  • Discovery of Child Data: If we discover that we have collected information from a child under 18 without proper consent, we will delete it promptly

  • Reporting: If you believe a child has provided personal information to us, please contact privacy@bring-am.com

9. INTERNATIONAL DATA TRANSFERS

9. INTERNATIONAL DATA TRANSFERS

Bring-Am primarily operates in Nigeria, and your data is stored on servers located in Nigeria or within the African region. However, some of our service providers may be located outside Nigeria.

9.1 Cross-Border Transfers

If your data is transferred outside Nigeria:

  • We ensure adequate safeguards are in place (standard contractual clauses, adequacy decisions, or other legally approved mechanisms)

  • We require third-party service providers to comply with data protection standards

  • Data is protected according to this Privacy Policy regardless of location


9.2 Legal Basis for Transfers

Transfers are necessary for:

  • Fulfilling our contract with you (processing orders, payments)

  • Operating our platform and providing services

  • Complying with legal obligations

Bring-Am primarily operates in Nigeria, and your data is stored on servers located in Nigeria or within the African region. However, some of our service providers may be located outside Nigeria.

9.1 Cross-Border Transfers

If your data is transferred outside Nigeria:

  • We ensure adequate safeguards are in place (standard contractual clauses, adequacy decisions, or other legally approved mechanisms)

  • We require third-party service providers to comply with data protection standards

  • Data is protected according to this Privacy Policy regardless of location


9.2 Legal Basis for Transfers

Transfers are necessary for:

  • Fulfilling our contract with you (processing orders, payments)

  • Operating our platform and providing services

  • Complying with legal obligations

10. THIRD-PARTY LINKS AND SERVICES

10. THIRD-PARTY LINKS AND SERVICES

The Bring-Am platform may contain links to third-party websites, services, or advertisements. This Privacy Policy does not cover third-party practices.

10.1 Third-Party Websites

  • We are not responsible for the privacy practices of external websites

  • Review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit

  • We do not endorse or control third-party content


10.2 Social Media

If you interact with Bring-Am through social media:

  • Your interactions may be governed by the privacy policies of those platforms

  • Information shared on social media may become public

  • Be cautious about what you share


10.3 Third-Party Services

If you connect third-party services (e.g., Google, Facebook login):

  • Review their privacy policies and terms

  • You can revoke access through your account settings

The Bring-Am platform may contain links to third-party websites, services, or advertisements. This Privacy Policy does not cover third-party practices.

10.1 Third-Party Websites

  • We are not responsible for the privacy practices of external websites

  • Review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit

  • We do not endorse or control third-party content


10.2 Social Media

If you interact with Bring-Am through social media:

  • Your interactions may be governed by the privacy policies of those platforms

  • Information shared on social media may become public

  • Be cautious about what you share


10.3 Third-Party Services

If you connect third-party services (e.g., Google, Facebook login):

  • Review their privacy policies and terms

  • You can revoke access through your account settings

11. AUTOMATED DECISION-MAKING AND PROFILING

11. AUTOMATED DECISION-MAKING AND PROFILING

We may use automated systems to make decisions that affect you. Here's what you should know:

11.1 How We Use Automation

  • Fraud Detection: Automated systems analyze transactions to identify potentially fraudulent activity

  • Rider Assignment: Algorithms assign delivery requests to riders based on location, availability, and performance

  • Personalized Recommendations: Machine learning suggests restaurants and dishes based on your preferences

  • Pricing: Dynamic pricing during peak hours is determined by automated systems

  • Account Flagging: Automated systems may flag accounts for unusual activity or violations


11.2 Your Rights

If you are subject to automated decision-making that significantly affects you:

  • You have the right to request human review

  • You can contest the decision

  • We will provide explanation of the logic involved

Contact privacy@bring-am.com to exercise these rights.

We may use automated systems to make decisions that affect you. Here's what you should know:

11.1 How We Use Automation

  • Fraud Detection: Automated systems analyze transactions to identify potentially fraudulent activity

  • Rider Assignment: Algorithms assign delivery requests to riders based on location, availability, and performance

  • Personalized Recommendations: Machine learning suggests restaurants and dishes based on your preferences

  • Pricing: Dynamic pricing during peak hours is determined by automated systems

  • Account Flagging: Automated systems may flag accounts for unusual activity or violations


11.2 Your Rights

If you are subject to automated decision-making that significantly affects you:

  • You have the right to request human review

  • You can contest the decision

  • We will provide explanation of the logic involved

Contact privacy@bring-am.com to exercise these rights.

12. CHANGES TO THIS PRIVACY POLICY

12. CHANGES TO THIS PRIVACY POLICY

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors.

12.1 Notification of Changes

  • Significant Changes: We will notify you via email, in-app notification, or prominent notice on our platform at least 14 days before changes take effect

  • Minor Changes: May be implemented immediately with updates posted on our website

  • Last Updated Date: Always displayed at the top of this policy


12.2 Review Regularly

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.


12.3 Continued Use

Your continued use of Bring-Am after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, you should stop using our services and may close your account.

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors.

12.1 Notification of Changes

  • Significant Changes: We will notify you via email, in-app notification, or prominent notice on our platform at least 14 days before changes take effect

  • Minor Changes: May be implemented immediately with updates posted on our website

  • Last Updated Date: Always displayed at the top of this policy


12.2 Review Regularly

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.


12.3 Continued Use

Your continued use of Bring-Am after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, you should stop using our services and may close your account.

13. LEGAL BASIS FOR PROCESSING (FOR NIGERIAN AND INTERNATIONAL USERS)

13. LEGAL BASIS FOR PROCESSING (FOR NIGERIAN AND INTERNATIONAL USERS)

We process your personal information based on the following legal grounds:

13.1 Contractual Necessity

Processing is necessary to:

  • Provide our services and fulfill orders

  • Create and manage your account

  • Process payments

  • Deliver customer support


13.2 Consent

We process certain data based on your explicit consent:

  • Marketing communications

  • Location data (for customers)

  • Optional profile information

  • Cookies and tracking technologies

You can withdraw consent at any time.


13.3 Legitimate Interests

We process data when necessary for our legitimate business interests:

  • Fraud prevention and security

  • Platform improvement and optimization

  • Business analytics and research

  • Direct marketing to existing customers

  • Network and information security

We balance our interests against your rights and will not process data where your rights override our interests.


13.4 Legal Obligations

We process data to comply with:

  • Nigerian tax laws

  • Financial regulations

  • Court orders and legal processes

  • Health and safety regulations

  • Employment laws (for riders and employees)

We process your personal information based on the following legal grounds:

13.1 Contractual Necessity

Processing is necessary to:

  • Provide our services and fulfill orders

  • Create and manage your account

  • Process payments

  • Deliver customer support


13.2 Consent

We process certain data based on your explicit consent:

  • Marketing communications

  • Location data (for customers)

  • Optional profile information

  • Cookies and tracking technologies

You can withdraw consent at any time.


13.3 Legitimate Interests

We process data when necessary for our legitimate business interests:

  • Fraud prevention and security

  • Platform improvement and optimization

  • Business analytics and research

  • Direct marketing to existing customers

  • Network and information security

We balance our interests against your rights and will not process data where your rights override our interests.


13.4 Legal Obligations

We process data to comply with:

  • Nigerian tax laws

  • Financial regulations

  • Court orders and legal processes

  • Health and safety regulations

  • Employment laws (for riders and employees)

14. SPECIFIC PROVISIONS FOR NIGERIAN USERS

14. SPECIFIC PROVISIONS FOR NIGERIAN USERS

As a Nigerian company operating primarily in Nigeria, we comply with Nigerian data protection laws, including the Nigeria Data Protection Regulation (NDPR) 2019.

14.1 Data Protection Rights Under NDPR

You have the right to:

  • Request information about how your data is processed

  • Access your personal data

  • Correct inaccurate data

  • Object to data processing

  • Request data deletion (subject to legal obligations)

  • Lodge a complaint with the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA)


14.2 Data Protection Officer

We have appointed a Data Protection Officer (DPO) who can be reached at:

Data Protection Officer
Email: dpo@bring-am.com
Phone: [Insert phone number]
Address: [Insert physical address]


14.3 NITDA Compliance

We comply with NDPR requirements including:

  • Conducting Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs)

  • Maintaining data processing records

  • Implementing appropriate security measures

  • Reporting data breaches to NITDA and affected individuals


14.4 Filing Complaints

If you believe your data protection rights have been violated, you may:

  • Contact our Data Protection Officer at dpo@bring-am.com

  • File a complaint with NITDA at complaints@nitda.gov.ng or through their website

As a Nigerian company operating primarily in Nigeria, we comply with Nigerian data protection laws, including the Nigeria Data Protection Regulation (NDPR) 2019.

14.1 Data Protection Rights Under NDPR

You have the right to:

  • Request information about how your data is processed

  • Access your personal data

  • Correct inaccurate data

  • Object to data processing

  • Request data deletion (subject to legal obligations)

  • Lodge a complaint with the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA)


14.2 Data Protection Officer

We have appointed a Data Protection Officer (DPO) who can be reached at:

Data Protection Officer
Email: dpo@bring-am.com
Phone: [Insert phone number]
Address: [Insert physical address]


14.3 NITDA Compliance

We comply with NDPR requirements including:

  • Conducting Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs)

  • Maintaining data processing records

  • Implementing appropriate security measures

  • Reporting data breaches to NITDA and affected individuals


14.4 Filing Complaints

If you believe your data protection rights have been violated, you may:

  • Contact our Data Protection Officer at dpo@bring-am.com

  • File a complaint with NITDA at complaints@nitda.gov.ng or through their website

15. CONTACT US

15. CONTACT US

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

15.1 Privacy Inquiries

Email: privacy@bring-am.com
Phone: [Insert phone number]
Mail: [Insert physical address]


15.2 Data Protection Officer

Email: dpo@bring-am.com
Phone: [Insert phone number]


15.3 General Support

Customer Support: support@bring-am.com
Rider Support: rider-support@bring-am.com
Vendor Support: vendor-support@bring-am.com


15.4 Response Time

We aim to respond to all privacy inquiries within 30 days. For urgent matters, please clearly mark your communication as "URGENT PRIVACY MATTER."

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

15.1 Privacy Inquiries

Email: privacy@bring-am.com
Phone: [Insert phone number]
Mail: [Insert physical address]


15.2 Data Protection Officer

Email: dpo@bring-am.com
Phone: [Insert phone number]


15.3 General Support

Customer Support: support@bring-am.com
Rider Support: rider-support@bring-am.com
Vendor Support: vendor-support@bring-am.com


15.4 Response Time

We aim to respond to all privacy inquiries within 30 days. For urgent matters, please clearly mark your communication as "URGENT PRIVACY MATTER."

16. SPECIFIC USER TYPE INFORMATION

16. SPECIFIC USER TYPE INFORMATION

16.1 For Customers

Data We Collect:

  • Account and contact information

  • Delivery addresses and preferences

  • Order history and payment information

  • Location data (when enabled)

  • Reviews and ratings

How We Use It:

  • Process and deliver orders

  • Provide personalized recommendations

  • Send order updates and promotions

  • Improve customer experience

Your Controls:

  • Update profile and preferences in app settings

  • Manage communication preferences

  • Delete order history

  • Close account and request data deletion


16.2 For Riders

Data We Collect:

  • Personal identification and contact information

  • Vehicle and driver's license information

  • Real-time location while online

  • Delivery performance and ratings

  • Financial information for payments

How We Use It:

  • Assign delivery requests

  • Process payments

  • Monitor performance and safety

  • Verify identity and eligibility

  • Provide rider support

Your Controls:

  • Update profile and bank details

  • Control when you're online/offline

  • View earnings and performance data

  • Request data access or deletion

Important: As an independent contractor, you control when location tracking is active by going online/offline in the app.


16.3 For Vendors

Data We Collect:

  • Business registration and contact information

  • Menu, pricing, and operational data

  • Financial information for payments

  • Order fulfillment and performance data

  • Customer reviews and ratings

How We Use It:

  • List your restaurant on the platform

  • Process orders and payments

  • Monitor food quality and service

  • Marketing and promotion

  • Compliance verification

Your Controls:

  • Update menu and operating hours

  • Manage business profile

  • View earnings and analytics

  • Respond to reviews

  • Request data access or deletion

16.1 For Customers

Data We Collect:

  • Account and contact information

  • Delivery addresses and preferences

  • Order history and payment information

  • Location data (when enabled)

  • Reviews and ratings

How We Use It:

  • Process and deliver orders

  • Provide personalized recommendations

  • Send order updates and promotions

  • Improve customer experience

Your Controls:

  • Update profile and preferences in app settings

  • Manage communication preferences

  • Delete order history

  • Close account and request data deletion


16.2 For Riders

Data We Collect:

  • Personal identification and contact information

  • Vehicle and driver's license information

  • Real-time location while online

  • Delivery performance and ratings

  • Financial information for payments

How We Use It:

  • Assign delivery requests

  • Process payments

  • Monitor performance and safety

  • Verify identity and eligibility

  • Provide rider support

Your Controls:

  • Update profile and bank details

  • Control when you're online/offline

  • View earnings and performance data

  • Request data access or deletion

Important: As an independent contractor, you control when location tracking is active by going online/offline in the app.


16.3 For Vendors

Data We Collect:

  • Business registration and contact information

  • Menu, pricing, and operational data

  • Financial information for payments

  • Order fulfillment and performance data

  • Customer reviews and ratings

How We Use It:

  • List your restaurant on the platform

  • Process orders and payments

  • Monitor food quality and service

  • Marketing and promotion

  • Compliance verification

Your Controls:

  • Update menu and operating hours

  • Manage business profile

  • View earnings and analytics

  • Respond to reviews

  • Request data access or deletion

ACKNOWLEDGMENT

ACKNOWLEDGMENT

ACKNOWLEDGMENT

By using Bring-Am, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to this Privacy Policy. You understand how we collect, use, and share your personal information and your rights regarding your data.

If you do not agree with this Privacy Policy, please do not use Bring-Am services.

For questions, support, or complaints regarding these Terms and Conditions or your orders:

Bring-Am Customer Support                    Email: support@bring-am.com
Phone: [Insert phone number]
Address: [Insert business address]
In-App: Help Center (available 24/7)

Operating Hours: Monday - Sunday, 8am - 9pm daily

Thank you for trusting Bring-Am with your information. We are committed to protecting your privacy and providing you with excellent service! 🔒

Thank you for trusting Bring-Am with your information. We are committed to protecting your privacy and providing you with excellent service! 🔒