Privacy Policy Notice
Effective Date: October 28, 2026 | Operator: W3Techy Enterprise | Jurisdiction: Ogun State, Nigeria
This policy outlines how W3Techy collects, uses, and protects your data. By using our services, you acknowledge the practices described herein. For inquiries, contact [email protected].
Table of Contents
- 1. Introduction and Scope
- 2. Information We Collect
- 3. Lawful Bases for Processing
- 4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
- 5. AI and Automated Processing
- 6. Third-Party Service Providers
- 7. Data Retention Protocols
- 8. International Data Transfers
- 9. Your Legal Rights
- 10. Children’s Privacy
- 11. Security Measures
- 12. Changes to This Policy
- 13. Contact Us
1. Introduction and Scope
W3Techy (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting the privacy of our users. This Privacy Policy applies to all services, websites, and applications operated by W3Techy Enterprise. It governs our data collection, processing, and usage practices.
2. Information We Collect
We collect information to provide, maintain, and improve our services:
- Directly Provided Data: Name, email address, and profile information provided during registration.
- Billing Information: Payment details processed securely via Stripe, PayPal, and Payvessel. We do not store raw credit card numbers on our servers.
- Automated Data: IP address, device telemetry, browser type, and cookies collected via analytical tools.
- UGC: Content posted by you in public comments or community forums.
3. Lawful Bases for Processing
We process personal data based on the following legal grounds under GDPR/UK GDPR:
| Basis | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Contractual Necessity | Account management and payment processing. |
| Legitimate Interests | Security, fraud prevention, and service improvement. |
| Consent | Marketing, retargeting, and non-essential cookies. |
| Legal Obligation | Compliance with tax, financial, and regulatory mandates. |
4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies to facilitate site functionality, analyze traffic via Google Analytics 4 (GA4), and manage advertising (Google AdSense, Meta Pixel). Affiliate links contain tracking cookies to attribute referrals, adhering to FTC disclosure requirements.
5. Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Automated Processing
W3Techy utilizes AI models (Google Gemini, OpenAI, Anthropic Claude) to enhance user experience. Your queries are processed in accordance with the API providers’ enterprise privacy guidelines. Important: User inputs are not utilized to train the foundational public models of these providers.
6. Third-Party Service Providers
We share data with trusted third-party processors, including payment gateways (Stripe, PayPal, Payvessel), hosting providers, and advertising platforms. All processors are vetted for compliance with global data protection standards.
7. Data Retention and Deletion Protocols
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected or to comply with applicable legal, accounting, or reporting requirements. Upon request, we will delete or anonymize your personal data, subject to legal hold requirements.
8. International Data Transfers
As an international entity, W3Techy may transfer your data to servers located outside your jurisdiction. We ensure that such transfers comply with Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) to maintain an adequate level of data protection.
9. Your Legal Rights
Depending on your location, you possess rights including, but not limited to:
- GDPR: Access, rectification, erasure (Right to be Forgotten), data portability, restriction, and objection.
- CCPA/CPRA: Right to know, right to delete, right to correct, non-discrimination, and the right to opt-out of the “sale or sharing” of personal information.
10. Children’s Privacy
W3Techy does not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under the age of 16. If we discover we have collected data from a child under 16, we will take immediate steps to delete such information.
11. Security Measures
We implement industry-standard encryption, firewalls, and access controls to protect your data. While we strive for absolute security, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.
12. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We reserve the right to update this policy periodically. We will notify users of significant changes via email or a prominent notice on our website.
13. Contact Us & Data Protection Officer Details
For privacy-related questions, data requests, or to exercise your rights, contact our legal team at:
Email: [email protected]
Physical Address: KM 5 Ita Egbe Road, Ogun State, Nigeria