1. Introduction
Welcome to the Yes Africa mobile application (“Yes Africa,” “we,” “our,” or “us”). Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information when you download, access, or use the Yes Africa app (the “Service”).
2. Information We Collect
- Account Information. When you create an account, we collect your email address and display name.
- Profile Image (Optional). You may upload a profile image; it remains private unless you decide to make it public.
- Usage Data. We automatically collect limited technical data—such as device type, OS version, and interaction events—to maintain and improve the Service.
3. How We Use Your Information
- To create and manage your Yes Africa account.
- To connect you with NGO events, speakers, and fellow participants.
- To improve, personalize, and develop new features.
- To communicate important updates or policy changes.
- To detect, prevent, and respond to misuse or security issues.
4. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell or rent your personal data. We only share information:
- With service providers that help us operate the Service (e.g., secure cloud hosting) and only under strict confidentiality obligations.
- When required by law, court order, or lawful request from authorities.
- To protect the rights, property, or safety of Yes Africa, our users, or others.
5. Data Security
We employ administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect your information. Nevertheless, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
6. Your Rights & Choices
- Access & Correction. You may review and update your personal data in the app’s settings.
- Deletion. You can request account deletion at any time. This will permanently erase your data from our active systems.
- Email Preferences. You can opt out of non‑essential emails by following the instructions in those messages.
7. Children’s Privacy
Yes Africa is not intended for children under 13. If we learn that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will delete it promptly.
8. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you in‑app or by email if material changes occur, and indicate the “Last updated” date at the top of this page.
9. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy
practices, please contact us at:
privacy@youthempowermentsummit.africa