At SafiBets, we take your privacy seriously. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, protect, and share your personal information when you use our online sports betting platform. We are committed to protecting your data in compliance with Kenyan data protection laws.
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1. Information We Collect
We collect the following types of information:
Personal Information:
• Full name and date of birth
• Phone number (M-Pesa registered)
• Email address
• National ID number (for verification)
• Physical address
Account Information:
• Username and password (encrypted)
• Account preferences and settings
• Betting history and transaction records
Technical Information:
• Device type and operating system
• IP address and browser type
• Cookies and similar technologies
• Usage data and analytics
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
Service Delivery:
• Create and manage your account
• Process deposits and withdrawals
• Settle bets and pay winnings
• Provide customer support
Legal Compliance:
• Verify your identity and age (18+)
• Prevent fraud and money laundering
• Comply with regulatory requirements
• Report to tax authorities as required
Communication:
• Send transaction confirmations
• Notify you of promotions and offers
• Provide important service updates
• Respond to your inquiries
Improvement:
• Analyze usage patterns
• Improve our services and features
• Personalize your experience
• Conduct market research
3. Data Protection & Security
We implement robust security measures:
Technical Safeguards:
• SSL/TLS encryption for all data transmission
• Encrypted password storage using industry-standard hashing
• Secure payment processing via M-Pesa
• Regular security audits and penetration testing
• Firewall protection and intrusion detection
Organizational Measures:
• Access controls limiting employee data access
• Staff training on data protection
• Incident response procedures
• Regular security assessments
Your Role:
• Keep your password confidential
• Use strong, unique passwords
• Log out from shared devices
• Report suspicious activity immediately
6. Your Rights
Under Kenyan data protection law, you have the right to:
Access:
• Request a copy of your personal data
• Know how your data is being used
Rectification:
• Correct inaccurate information
• Update outdated information
Deletion:
• Request deletion of your data (subject to legal requirements)
• Close your account
Restriction:
• Limit how we use your data
• Object to certain processing activities
Portability:
• Receive your data in a portable format
• Transfer data to another service
To exercise these rights, contact us at [email protected]
7. Data Retention
We retain your data for:
Active Accounts:
• Personal data: Duration of account plus 7 years
• Transaction records: 7 years (regulatory requirement)
• Betting history: 7 years
Closed Accounts:
• Basic records: 7 years (anti-money laundering)
• Transaction records: 7 years
• Support communications: 3 years
Automatic Deletion:
• Marketing preferences: Upon opt-out
• Session data: 30 days
• Analytics data: 26 months
8. Marketing Communications
Marketing Preferences:
You may receive:
• Promotional offers and bonuses
• New feature announcements
• Event notifications
• Personalized recommendations
Managing Preferences:
• Opt out via account settings
• Unsubscribe link in emails
• Contact customer support
• SMS opt-out by replying STOP
We will always:
• Honor your preferences promptly
• Allow easy opt-out options
• Never spam you
• Clearly identify marketing content
9. International Transfers
Data Storage:
• Primary data stored in Kenya
• Backup servers may be in other jurisdictions
• Cloud services may process data internationally
Safeguards:
• Standard contractual clauses with providers
• Adequate protection assessments
• Data processing agreements
• Compliance with Kenyan law
We ensure that any international transfer maintains the same level of protection as required under Kenyan data protection law.
10. Policy Updates
We may update this Privacy Policy:
Notification:
• Material changes will be notified via email
• Updates posted on this page with new date
• Continued use constitutes acceptance
Review:
• We recommend reviewing this policy regularly
• Check the "Last Updated" date
• Contact us with any questions
Previous Versions:
• Available upon request
• Contact [email protected]
Privacy Questions?
For any privacy-related questions or to exercise your rights, contact our Data Protection Officer.