Privacy Policy — AfroArise.com

Last Updated: Nov 7 2025
Effective Date: Nov 7 2025

1. Introduction

Welcome to AfroArise.com (“AfroArise,” “we,” “our,” or “us”). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency about how your personal information is collected, used, and shared.

By accessing or using AfroArise.com, you agree to this Privacy Policy.

This policy complies with:

  • GDPR (EU General Data Protection Regulation)

  • CCPA/CPRA (California Consumer Privacy Act & California Privacy Rights Act)

  • US Federal & State Privacy Standards

  • Global Data Protection Requirements

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

a. Personal Information

  • Full name

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Shipping & billing address

  • Payment details (handled securely by third-party processors)

b. Account Information

  • Login details

  • Order history

  • Wishlist & saved items

c. Technical & Device Information

  • IP address

  • Browser type

  • Device information

  • Location (general, not precise unless granted)

  • Cookies & tracking data

d. Seller/Business Information (for marketplace vendors)

  • Business name

  • Legal documents (tax, identity verification, etc.)

  • Bank/payment details

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your data to:

  • Provide marketplace services

  • Process orders & payments

  • Manage accounts & seller profiles

  • Send confirmations, updates, and support messages

  • Improve website performance & user experience

  • Prevent fraud and maintain security

  • Deliver marketing communications (optional)

  • Comply with legal obligations

4. Legal Basis for Processing (EU/EEA users)

We process personal data based on:

  • Contract necessity

  • User consent

  • Legitimate interest

  • Legal compliance

You may withdraw consent anytime.

5. Cookies & Tracking

We use cookies and similar tools to:

  • Authenticate users

  • Remember preferences

  • Personalize experience

  • Analyze site performance

  • Display relevant ads

You can control cookies via your browser or our cookie preferences panel.

6. Sharing & Disclosure

We do not sell personal data.

We may share information with:

  • Payment processors (e.g., Stripe, PayPal)

  • Shipping & logistics partners

  • Fraud prevention and identity verification providers

  • Marketing & analytics services

  • Legal authorities (if required)

All partners follow strict data protection standards.

7. International Data Transfers

Your data may be processed in regions outside your country, including the U.S., EU, and Africa.
We ensure appropriate legal safeguards (e.g., Standard Contractual Clauses).

8. Data Retention

We retain information only as long as reasonably necessary for:

  • Account operation

  • Legal & tax compliance

  • Fraud prevention

You may request deletion at any time.

9. Your Rights

EU/EEA Rights (GDPR)

You may:

  • Access your data

  • Correct inaccuracies

  • Request deletion (“Right to be Forgotten”)

  • Restrict processing

  • Download your data (portability)

  • Withdraw consent

  • Object to marketing

California & US Rights (CCPA/CPRA)

You may:

  • Request information on collected data

  • Request deletion

  • Opt-out of data sharing for advertising

  • Access your personal information

  • Correct inaccurate information

  • Limit use of sensitive data

Submit privacy requests at: privacy@afroarise.com

10. Security

We use administrative, technical, and physical safeguards including:

  • SSL encryption

  • Secure payment platforms

  • Access controls

  • Anti-fraud monitoring

11. Children’s Privacy

AfroArise is not intended for children under 13 (or 16 in the EU).
We do not knowingly collect data from minors.

12. Third-Party Links

Our platform may contain links to third-party services.
We are not responsible for their privacy practices.

13. Marketing & Communications

With your consent, we may send:

  • Email updates

  • Promotional offers

  • Newsletters

You can unsubscribe anytime.

14. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy. Updates will be posted here with a new date. Continued use means acceptance.

15. Contact Us

For privacy questions or requests:

AfroArise Privacy Team
📧 Email: privacy@afroarise.com
🌍 Website: https://afroarise.com