Effective Date: 1st January 2024

Thank you for choosing The County Times Classifieds. This Privacy Policy is designed to inform you about the types of information we collect, how we use it, and the choices you have regarding your information. Please read this policy carefully to understand our practices regarding your personal information.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect various types of information when you use The County Times Classifieds, including:

• Personal Information: Such as your name, email address, phone number, and location.
• Listing Information: Details related to the items or services you are advertising on our platform.
• User Content: Any content, messages, or communications you provide through our platform.
• Device and Usage Information: Information about your device, browser, and how you use our platform.
• Log Data: Our servers automatically record information, including your IP address, browser type, and the pages you visit.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

• Providing Services: To offer and maintain our classifieds platform, process transactions, and provide customer support.
• Improving our Services: Analyzing usage patterns and user feedback to enhance the user experience.
• Communications: Sending important notices, updates, and promotional material.
• Customization: Tailoring the content and advertising on our platform to better suit your interests.
• Legal Compliance: Complying with legal requirements and protecting our rights and the rights of our users.

3. Information Sharing

We may share your information in the following circumstances:

• With Service Providers: Third-party vendors and service providers that help us operate, analyze, and improve our services.
• Legal Compliance: When required by law or to protect our rights, users, or third parties.
• With Consent: When you provide explicit consent for specific sharing.

4. Your Choices

You have the following choices regarding your information:

• Access and Update: You can access and update your personal information through your account settings.
• Marketing Communications: You can opt-out of receiving marketing communications from us.
• Cookies: You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.

5. Security

We employ reasonable security measures to protect your information from unauthorized access or disclosure.

6. Children’s Privacy

Our platform is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

7. Changes to this Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Please review it periodically for changes.

8. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at info@thecountytimes.co.ke.

By using The County Times Classifieds, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.