Creative Kingdom Program ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your data when you visit creativekingdom.et or creativekingdom.io (the "Platform").
1. Information We Collect
We collect information you provide directly to us, including:
- Registration data: Full name, email address, phone number, and professional role when you register as a member.
- Contact data: Name, email, and message content when you contact us through our contact form.
- Partner data: Organization name, contact person, email, phone, and organization type when you submit a partnership application.
We also collect limited technical data automatically, including IP address, browser type, and pages visited, for security and analytics purposes.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Register and manage your membership in the Creative Kingdom Society.
- Respond to your inquiries and partnership applications.
- Send you updates about the Creative Kingdom Program (only where you have consented).
- Improve the Platform and ensure its security.
- Comply with applicable laws and regulations.
3. Data Sharing
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties. We may share your data with consortium partners (RIDE, Teklogix, Creative Kingdom NGO, 2F Capital) solely for the purpose of delivering program services. All partners are bound by confidentiality obligations.
We may disclose your information if required by law or to protect the rights, property, or safety of Creative Kingdom Program, our members, or the public.
4. Data Retention
We retain your personal data for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy, or as required by applicable law. Member registration data is retained for the duration of your membership and up to 3 years thereafter.
5. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access the personal data we hold about you.
- Request correction of inaccurate data.
- Request deletion of your data, subject to legal obligations.
- Withdraw consent for communications at any time.
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at support@creativekingdom.io.
6. Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.
7. Cookies
We use essential cookies to ensure the Platform functions correctly. We do not use tracking or advertising cookies. You can disable cookies in your browser settings, though this may affect Platform functionality.
8. Children's Privacy
The Platform is not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us immediately.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by posting the new policy on this page with an updated effective date. Continued use of the Platform after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
10. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:
- Email: support@creativekingdom.io
- Phone: +251 93 947 5434
- Address: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
