At ScaleLegal Africa (“we,” “us,” or “our”), we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of any personal information you provide to us. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal data when you visit our website [www.scalelegal.africa] (“Website”) or use our services.

By accessing or using our Website, you consent to the collection and use of your personal information as described in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of personal information from you: a. Information You Provide Voluntarily – Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, and other details provided when you contact us through our Website or sign up for newsletters. – Legal Inquiries: Any personal or business information you voluntarily provide to us when seeking legal advice or inquiring about our services. b. Information Collected Automatically When you visit our Website, we may collect certain information automatically, including: – IP Address: To identify your location and improve user experience. – Browser Type and Operating System: To optimize the display of our Website on your device. – Cookies: Small data files stored on your device to enhance your browsing experience. You may disable cookies through your browser settings, but some features of our Website may not function properly without them. c. Information from Third Parties We may receive information about you from third-party service providers or publicly available sources, which we will handle in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the personal information we collect for the following purposes: – Providing Legal Services: To respond to your inquiries, offer legal advice, and deliver the services you request. – Communication: To send you updates, newsletters, or marketing communications (if you have opted in). – Improving Our Website: To analyze user behavior and improve the functionality, security, and content of our Website. – Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws, regulations, and legal processes. – Client Engagement: To manage client relationships, provide tailored legal services, and maintain records for legal or administrative purposes.

3. Sharing Your Information

We will not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your information in the following circumstances: – Service Providers: We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our Website or providing legal services (e.g., IT services, payment processors), subject to confidentiality agreements. – Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required to do so by law, court order, or regulatory authority, or if we believe such action is necessary to protect the rights, property, or safety of ScaleLegal Africa, our clients, or others. – Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of all or part of our business, your personal information may be transferred as part of the transaction.

4. Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, use, disclosure, or destruction. These include implementing appropriate technical and organizational security measures. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your data.

5. Data Retention

We will retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law. When your information is no longer needed, we will securely delete or anonymize it.

6. Your Rights

You have the following rights regarding your personal information: – Access: You may request a copy of the personal information we hold about you. – Correction: You may request that we correct or update any inaccurate or incomplete information. – Deletion: You may request that we delete your personal information, subject to certain legal obligations. – Opt-Out: You may opt out of receiving marketing communications from us by following the unsubscribe instructions in our emails or by contacting us directly. – Restriction: You may request that we restrict the processing of your data under certain circumstances. To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details provided below.

7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to collect information about your interactions with our Website. These technologies help us understand user behavior, improve user experience, and analyze traffic. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings, but please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our Website.

8. Third-Party Websites

Our Website may contain links to third-party websites that are not operated or controlled by ScaleLegal Africa. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of such websites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of third-party websites before providing them with any personal information.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your rights, please contact us at: ScaleLegal Africa   +234 808 906 2718   scalelegalafrica@gmail.com