Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to Ecoweb360 Environmental Foundation ("Ecoweb360," "we," "us," or "our"). We are committed to protecting your personal information and your right to privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website https://ecoweb360.green (the "Site") or interact with us through other means.

Please read this privacy policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this privacy policy, please do not access the site or provide us with your personal information.

2. Information We Collect

We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:

• Fill out contact forms
• Register as a volunteer
• Submit a donation inquiry
• Subscribe to our newsletter
• Request resources or documents
• Register interest in our programmes (e.g., SolarUp360)
• Contact us via email or phone

The personal information we may collect includes:

• Name
• Email address
• Phone number
• Location / Address
• Occupation (when provided)
• Any other information you choose to provide in messages or forms

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for various purposes, including:

• To respond to your inquiries and provide customer support
• To process volunteer applications and communicate with volunteers
• To process donation inquiries and follow up as needed
• To send you newsletters, updates, and promotional materials (with your consent)
• To register your interest in our programmes like SolarUp360
• To improve our website and services
• To comply with legal obligations
• To protect the security and integrity of our website

4. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR Compliance)

For individuals in the European Economic Area (EEA), we process your personal information under the following legal bases:

• Consent: You have given us explicit consent to process your information for a specific purpose (e.g., newsletter subscription).
• Contract: Processing is necessary for the performance of a contract with you (e.g., volunteer agreement).
• Legal Obligation: Processing is necessary for compliance with a legal obligation.
• Legitimate Interests: Processing is necessary for our legitimate interests (e.g., improving our services).

5. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your information in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: We may share your information with third-party service providers who perform services on our behalf (e.g., email delivery, hosting).
• Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities.
• Protection of Rights: We may disclose your information to protect the rights, property, or safety of Ecoweb360, our volunteers, or others.
• Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or reorganization, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, use, alteration, or disclosure. These measures include:

• SSL/TLS encryption for data transmission
• Secure server infrastructure
• Regular security assessments
• Access controls and authentication
• Firewall and intrusion detection systems

However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

7. Data Retention

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

8. Your Rights (For EEA and UK Residents)

If you are a resident of the European Economic Area (EEA) or the United Kingdom, you have the following data protection rights:

• Right to Access: You can request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.
• Right to Rectification: You can request that we correct inaccurate information.
• Right to Erasure: You can request that we delete your personal information in certain circumstances.
• Right to Restrict Processing: You can request that we restrict processing of your information.
• Right to Data Portability: You can request a copy of your information in a structured, machine-readable format.
• Right to Object: You can object to our processing of your information.
• Right to Withdraw Consent: You can withdraw your consent at any time.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at info@ecoweb360.green.

9. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies are small data files stored on your device. We use:

• Essential Cookies: Necessary for the website to function properly.
• Analytics Cookies: To understand how visitors interact with our website.
• Preference Cookies: To remember your preferences and settings.

You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our website.

10. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites (e.g., Google Forms for programme registration). We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third-party sites. We encourage you to read the privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit.

Third-party services we use:

• Google Forms (for SolarUp360 registration)
• Hostinger (website hosting)

11. Children's Privacy

Our website and services are not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us, and we will take steps to delete that information.

12. International Data Transfers

Our website is hosted in Nigeria and may be accessed from other countries. If you are accessing our website from outside Nigeria, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in Nigeria where our servers are located. By using our website, you consent to this transfer.

13. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.

14. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at: