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Privacy Policy

Last updated: January 2025

Usafiri is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains what data we collect, how we use it, and your rights as a user of our platform.

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1. Information We Collect

When you register or use Usafiri, we may collect the following information:

  • chevron_right Account information: your name, email address, phone number, and username.
  • chevron_right Driver profile data: national ID number, ID photo, vehicle details, base location, and served destinations.
  • chevron_right Payment records: transaction history associated with contact unlocks via M-Pesa.
  • chevron_right Usage data: pages visited, searches performed, and interactions with driver profiles.
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2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • chevron_right Create and manage your account on the Usafiri platform.
  • chevron_right Connect clients with drivers based on location and route preferences.
  • chevron_right Process payments via M-Pesa and maintain payment records.
  • chevron_right Verify driver identities to ensure platform safety and trust.
  • chevron_right Send transactional emails such as welcome messages and payment confirmations.
  • chevron_right Improve and maintain the platform's functionality and performance.
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3. Sharing Your Information

Usafiri does not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties. Driver contact details (phone number) are only disclosed to clients who have completed a successful payment to unlock that specific driver. We may share data with trusted service providers (such as M-Pesa and email delivery services) strictly to operate the platform. We may also disclose data where required by law or to protect the safety of users.

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4. Data Security

We implement reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect your data against unauthorised access, loss, or disclosure. Driver ID photos are stored securely and are only accessible to authorised Usafiri administrators for verification purposes. Passwords are hashed and are never stored in plain text. However, no system is completely secure — please choose a strong password and keep your account credentials private.

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5. Your Rights

As a user of Usafiri, you have the right to:

  • chevron_right Request access to the personal data we hold about you.
  • chevron_right Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
  • chevron_right Request deletion of your account and associated data.
  • chevron_right Withdraw consent for communications at any time.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us via the Contact page.

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6. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will revise the "Last updated" date at the top of this page. Continued use of Usafiri after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the revised policy. We encourage you to review this page periodically.

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7. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please reach out to us through our Contact page. We are committed to resolving any privacy concerns promptly and transparently.