Privacy Policy
Last updated: May 2026
1. Who We Are
Nigeria Online Market ("we", "us", "our") is an online marketplace and business directory for Nigerian businesses and services, accessible at nigeriaonlinemarket.com. We are committed to protecting your personal information and your right to privacy.
2. Information We Collect
- Account information: name and email address when you register or sign in.
- Business listings: business name, address, phone, email, website, images, and description that you voluntarily submit.
- Usage data: pages visited, search queries, clicks, and device/browser information via analytics tools.
- Communications: messages sent through our in-app messaging system.
- Payment data: handled securely by Stripe; we do not store card numbers on our servers.
3. How We Use Your Information
- To provide and maintain the marketplace platform.
- To display your business listing to other users.
- To send transactional emails (registration confirmation, welcome emails).
- To send our newsletter if you have subscribed (you may unsubscribe at any time).
- To improve site performance and user experience through analytics.
- To display relevant advertisements via Google AdSense.
4. Cookies
We use essential cookies for authentication and site functionality, and analytics cookies (Google Analytics) to understand how visitors use our site. Advertising cookies are used by Google AdSense. You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings.
5. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell your personal information. We may share data with:
- Service providers: Stripe (payments), Google (analytics, ads, maps), email delivery services.
- Legal requirements: if required by law or to protect our rights.
6. Data Retention
We retain your data for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. Business listings remain visible until you delete them. You may request deletion of your account and associated data by contacting us.
7. Your Rights
You have the right to access, correct, or delete your personal information. To exercise these rights, contact us at the address below.
8. Third-Party Links
Our site contains links to external businesses and websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites.
9. Children's Privacy
Our services are not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy from time to time. We will notify registered users of significant changes by email.
11. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us via our Contact page.