Privacy Policy - LeaderBox

Effective Date: October 1, 2025

LeaderBox Africa (“LeaderBox”, “we”, “our”, “us”) values your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.

1. Information We Collect

Account Data: Name, email address, profile information.
User Content: Polls, banters, petitions, comments, messages.
Device Data: IP address, browser type, operating system, and cookies.
Future Features: If leaders claim accounts, additional verification details may be collected (e.g., ID, public office records).

2. How We Use Information

To operate and improve the LeaderBox platform.
To verify identity and prevent fraud.
To enable engagement between citizens and leaders.
To personalize content and recommendations.
To comply with legal obligations.

3. Sharing of Information

We do not sell your personal data. We may share limited information:
With service providers (hosting, analytics, security).
When required by law or court order.
When users choose to publicly share content (polls, banters, comments).
With leaders who officially claim accounts (limited to information users choose to share).

4. Data Protection & Security

We implement industry-standard security (encryption, access controls).

Users are responsible for safeguarding their login details.

While we work to protect data, no system is 100% secure.

5. User Rights

Access, correct, or delete your personal data.
Deactivate or close your account at any time.
Opt out of non-essential communications.

6. Cookies & Tracking

LeaderBox uses cookies for functionality and analytics.
You may disable cookies in your browser, but some features may not work properly.

7. Children’s Privacy

LeaderBox is not intended for users under 18. Accounts found to be created by minors will be removed.

8. Updates to Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Continued use of LeaderBox after updates means you accept the revised terms.

9. Contact

For privacy-related inquiries, contact: [email protected]