Privacy Policy

FairlyUsed - Nigeria's Trusted Marketplace

Effective Date: June 1, 2026
Last Updated: June 1, 2026

1. Introduction

Welcome to FairlyUsed ("we," "our," "us"). 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 use our mobile application and website (collectively, the "Platform").

By using FairlyUsed, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

When you register or use our Platform, we may collect:

  • Account Information: Username, email address, phone number
  • Profile Information: Profile picture, location, verification status
  • Listing Information: Product details, images, prices, descriptions
  • Transaction Information: Products bought/sold, messages exchanged

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

  • Device information (IP address, browser type, operating system)
  • Usage data (pages viewed, time spent, search queries)
  • Location data (with your consent)
  • Cookies and similar tracking technologies

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Create and manage your account
  • Facilitate buying and selling of products
  • Communicate with you about listings, offers, and updates
  • Verify your identity and prevent fraud
  • Improve our Platform and user experience
  • Send you marketing communications (with your consent)
  • Respond to your inquiries and provide customer support
  • Comply with legal obligations

4. Sharing Your Information

We may share your information with:

  • Other Users: Your public profile and listings are visible to other users
  • Service Providers: Third parties who help us operate our Platform
  • Legal Authorities: When required by law or to protect our rights
  • Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, sale, or acquisition

We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information, including:

  • Encryption of sensitive data
  • Secure servers and firewalls
  • Regular security audits
  • Access controls and authentication

However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

  • Access and receive a copy of your data
  • Correct inaccurate or incomplete information
  • Delete your account and associated data
  • Object to or restrict certain processing
  • Withdraw consent at any time
  • Opt-out of marketing communications

To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@fairyused.com

7. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. After account deletion, we may retain certain information for legal compliance, fraud prevention, and dispute resolution.

8. Children's Privacy

Our Platform is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected such information, please contact us immediately.

9. International Users

Information may be transferred to and processed in countries outside your residence. By using our Platform, you consent to such transfers.

10. Third-Party Links

Our Platform may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Please review their policies before providing information.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

  • Email: privacy@fairyused.com
  • Address: Lagos, Nigeria