Kitabu Privacy Policy

At Kitabu, we are committed to protecting the privacy of your personal data and ensuring its security. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, share, and protect your personal information. By using the Kitabu.africa platform, you unconditionally accept the terms and conditions of the following privacy policy. The current online version of this privacy policy is the only enforceable version throughout your use of the site until a new version replaces it.

Article 1: Access and Use of the Platform

Access to Kitabu and its use are open for personal and/or professional purposes. You agree not to use the platform or the information displayed on it for commercial, advertising, or any unauthorized solicitation purposes, including sending unsolicited emails.

Article 2: Intellectual Property

All elements present on Kitabu (trademarks, photographs, texts, illustrations, videos, logos, databases, algorithms, source code, etc.) are protected by applicable intellectual property laws. These elements are the exclusive property of Kitabu or its partners and may not be copied, reproduced, modified, distributed, or exploited without prior authorization.

Article 3: Platform Management

Kitabu reserves the right, at any time, to:

  • • Suspend, interrupt, or limit access to certain parts of the platform without notice for technical or maintenance reasons.
  • Remove any content that disrupts proper functioning or violates applicable laws.
  • Update or modify the platform, which may result in temporary service interruptions.

Article 4: Liability

Kitabu shall not be held liable for technical failures, service interruptions, or any other malfunctions preventing access to the platform. The hardware used to access Kitabu is the sole responsibility of the user, who must ensure its protection against viruses and other cyber threats.

Article 5: Hyperlinks

Adding hyperlinks to Kitabu is permitted provided it does not harm its image. Kitabu reserves the right to request the removal of any link that does not comply with this condition. Kitabu disclaims any responsibility regarding content accessible via external links.

Article 6: Collection of Personal Data

Personal data collected on Kitabu includes, but is not limited to:

  • First and last name
  • Email address
  • Phone number
  • IP address
  • Professional information

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Article 7: Data Retention Period

Your personal data is retained only for the duration necessary to manage your account, your works, and your copyrights, in compliance with applicable legal obligations.

Article 8: Consent and Purposes of Collection

We obtain your explicit consent before collecting your personal data. This data is used to:

  • Provide our publishing and copyright management services.
  • Ensure a personalized experience on the platform.
  • Analyze and improve our services, including through the use of Blockchain and NFTs.

Article 9: Data Confidentiality

Information regarding your works and transactions is strictly confidential. It will only be shared with third parties: • With your explicit consent. • When required by law. • With our technical partners under contracts ensuring an equivalent level of protection.

Article 10: Data Security

We implement advanced security measures to protect your data against unauthorized access, disclosure, or modification. However, we remind you that any data transmission over the Internet carries risks, and absolute security cannot be guaranteed.

Article 11: User Responsibility

Users are responsible for protecting their personal information and must comply with the platform's terms of use. Any fraudulent or non-compliant use may result in the suspension or deletion of the concerned account.

Article 12: Payments and Transactions

Financial transactions conducted on Kitabu are secured via encryption protocols. We do not store any banking information on our servers and use specialized providers for payment processing.

Article 13: Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies to: • Improve your user experience. • Analyze platform traffic and usage. • Personalize content and recommendations. You can manage your cookie preferences via your browser settings.

Article 14: Privacy Policy Modifications

We reserve the right to modify this policy at any time. In case of major changes, we will notify you via email or a platform notification. The latest version of this policy will always be accessible on our website.

Article 15: Governing Law and Jurisdiction

This policy is governed by the data protection laws in force in Kitabu's country of operation (Cameroon). In case of dispute, only the competent courts of Cameroon shall have jurisdiction.

Article 16: User Rights and Contact

You may exercise your rights by contacting us at: contact@kitabu.africa