Privacy Policy

How we collect, use, and protect your personal information on OneSpotty Marketplace

Last Updated: April 8, 2026

Introduction Information We Collect Automatic Information How We Use Information Information Sharing Cookies Your Rights Security Parental Guidance Contact Us

Privacy at a Glance

We never sell your data
You control your privacy
Bank-level security
Clear data practices

1. Introduction

Welcome to OneSpotty Marketplace. We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our marketplace platform, website, and mobile applications.

Please read this privacy policy carefully. By accessing or using OneSpotty, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by all terms outlined in this policy.

Our Commitment to You

OneSpotty will never sell your personal information to third parties. We only use your data to provide and improve our services, and to keep our marketplace safe and secure.

2. Information You Provide

When you use OneSpotty, we collect the following information that you voluntarily provide:

Information Type Examples When Collected
Identity Data Name, Surname Account registration
Contact Data Phone number, Email address, Delivery address Registration, order placement
Payment Data EcoCash details (phone number) Payment processing, withdrawals
Profile Data Username, password, profile picture (optional) Account setup and management
Transaction Data Orders, purchases, sales history Using marketplace services

What We DON'T Collect

OneSpotty does NOT collect sensitive information such as ID numbers, date of birth, financial account details (beyond EcoCash number), or biometric data. We only collect what's necessary to provide our services.

3. Information Collected Automatically

When you visit or use OneSpotty, we automatically collect certain information about your device and usage:

  • Usage Data: How you interact with OneSpotty, pages viewed, time spent, search queries, items viewed
  • Device Data: IP address, browser type, operating system, device type
  • Location Data: General location based on IP address (we do not collect precise GPS location)
  • Cookies: Small data files stored on your device (see Section 6 for details)
  • Log Data: Error reports, performance data, and diagnostic information

Why We Collect This

This information helps us improve our platform, fix technical issues, understand how users interact with our services, and enhance your overall experience.

4. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

To Provide Services

Process orders, payments, and deliveries. Manage your account and provide customer support.

To Ensure Security

Protect against fraud, unauthorized transactions, and other liabilities. Verify identities when needed.

To Communicate

Send order updates, respond to inquiries, provide customer support, and share important notices about your account.

To Improve

Analyze usage patterns, fix technical issues, and enhance user experience on our platform.

Legal Compliance

Comply with applicable laws, regulations, and legal processes when required.

Marketing

Send promotional offers and updates (only with your consent, and you can opt out anytime).

5. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We may share your information with the following categories of third parties only as necessary to provide our services:

  • Sellers/Delivery Agents: When you place an order, we share necessary information (name, address, phone number) with the seller and delivery agent to fulfill your order.
  • Payment Processors: To process your payments through EcoCash and SpottyPay.
  • Service Providers: Companies that help us operate our platform (hosting, analytics, customer support tools).
  • Legal Authorities: When required by law, court order, or to protect rights and safety of our users.

Data Sharing Commitment

We do NOT sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for their marketing purposes. Ever.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

OneSpotty uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience. Cookies are small text files stored on your device.

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling certain cookies may affect site functionality.

Cookie Management

To manage cookies, go to your browser preferences. You can also clear existing cookies at any time through your browser settings.

7. Your Privacy Rights

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

Right to Access

Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.

Right to Rectification

Correct inaccurate or incomplete information in your profile.

Right to Erasure

Request deletion of your account and associated data.

Right to Restriction

Limit how we process your data in certain circumstances.

Right to Object

Object to processing for direct marketing purposes.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at privacy@onespotty.com or visit your account settings to update information directly.

8. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information:

  • Encryption: SSL/TLS encryption for all data transmission between your device and our servers
  • Access Controls: Strict authentication and authorization procedures for staff
  • Regular Monitoring: 24/7 system monitoring for suspicious activity
  • Secure Storage: Data stored in secure, protected servers
  • Employee Training: Regular privacy and security training for all staff

No Method is 100% Secure

While we strive to protect your data, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure. We encourage you to protect your account with a strong password and never share your login credentials.

9. Parental Guidance

Parental Guidance Recommended

OneSpotty does not restrict users based on age. However, we strongly recommend that parents and guardians supervise minors when using our platform. Parents should guide their children on safe online practices, responsible spending, and appropriate use of marketplace services.

We encourage parents to:

  • Discuss online safety with their children
  • Monitor account activity and purchases
  • Set spending limits and guidelines
  • Help children understand privacy and data sharing

If you are a parent or guardian and have concerns about your child's use of OneSpotty, please contact us for assistance.

10. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected:

  • Account Data: Retained while your account is active, plus a reasonable period afterward to comply with legal obligations
  • Transaction Data: Retained for record-keeping and to resolve any disputes
  • Communications: Retained as long as necessary to provide customer support

When we no longer need your information, we will securely delete or anonymize it.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or operational needs. We will notify you of any material changes by:

  • Posting the new policy on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date
  • Sending an email notification for significant changes
  • Displaying a notice on our platform

We encourage you to review this policy periodically. Your continued use of OneSpotty after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

12. Contact Us

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

Email

For privacy-related inquiries

privacy@onespotty.com

Phone

Customer Support

+263 78 570 1529

Visit Us

Physical Address

Get Directions

Account Settings

Update your information

Go to Profile

Response Time

We aim to respond to all privacy inquiries within 48 hours.

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