Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

When you use Pamosta, we collect the following information:

• Account information: Name, email address, password, username, date of birth, phone number, and location
• Profile information: Bio, profile photo, and cover photo that you choose to provide
• Content: Posts, comments, messages, photos, and videos you share on the Platform
• Usage data: Pages you visit, actions you take (likes, shares, friend requests), and timestamps
• Device information: Browser type, IP address, and operating system

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Provide, maintain, and improve the Platform
• Create and manage your account
• Display your profile and content to other users based on your privacy settings
• Send you notifications about activity on your account
• Send you important service-related communications (e.g., email verification, password resets)
• Detect and prevent fraud, abuse, and security threats
• Comply with legal obligations

3. Information Sharing

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

• Public content: Posts and profile information you make public are visible to all users
• Friends-only content: Content marked "Friends" is visible only to your accepted friends
• Private content: Content marked "Private" is visible only to you
• Legal requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights and safety
• Service providers: With trusted third parties who help us operate the Platform (e.g., hosting, email delivery)

4. Your Privacy Controls

You have control over your information:

• Private profile: Make your profile visible only to friends
• Post visibility: Choose Public, Friends, or Private for each post
• Search engine indexing: Opt out of search engine indexing in Settings
• Blocking: Block users from seeing your content and contacting you
• Account deletion: Permanently delete your account and all associated data

5. Data Storage and Security

Your data is stored on secure servers. We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorised access, alteration, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure.

6. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as your account is active. When you delete your account, we will delete your personal data, though some information may be retained for legal compliance or legitimate business purposes.

7. Children's Privacy

Pamosta is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13. If we become aware that a child under 13 has provided us with personal information, we will take steps to delete that information.

8. Cookies and Tracking

We use essential cookies to maintain your login session and CSRF protection. We do not use third-party tracking cookies for advertising purposes.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes via the Platform. Continued use of Pamosta after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

10. Your Rights

Under the Data Protection Act of Zambia, you have the right to:

• Access your personal data
• Correct inaccurate data
• Request deletion of your data
• Object to processing of your data

To exercise these rights, please contact us through the Platform's support channels or your account settings.

11. Contact

For questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us through the Platform's support channels.