Last updated: September 5, 2024

At Shola Emmanuel, accessible from sholaemmanuel.com, your privacy is of utmost importance to us. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or interact with our services. Please read this policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this privacy policy, please do not access the site.

By continuing to use our website, you consent to the practices outlined below.

1. Information We Collect

We collect various types of information to provide and improve our services to you, including:

1.1 Personal Data

While using our website, we may ask you to provide us with certain personally identifiable information that can be used to contact or identify you. This information may include but is not limited to:

• Name
• Email address
• Phone number
• Address (for purchases or bookings)
• Social media profiles (for interaction through platforms like Facebook)

1.2 Usage Data

We also collect information on how you access and use the website. This data may include:

• IP address
• Browser type and version
• Time and date of visit
• Pages viewed
• Time spent on pages
• Device and operating system information

1.3 Cookies and Tracking Data

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to monitor activity on our website and hold certain information. Cookies are small files stored on your device, and they help us improve user experience. You can manage cookies via your browser settings.

2. How We Use Your Information

We may use the information we collect for various purposes:

• To provide and maintain our website
• To improve customer service and respond to inquiries
• To manage bookings and event notifications
• To send newsletters or promotional materials
• To display personalized ads through third-party platforms like Facebook and Google

3. Sharing of Information

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to others. However, we may share your data in the following scenarios:

• With third-party service providers who assist in operating our website, conducting business, or providing services to you, provided they agree to keep this information confidential.
• To comply with legal obligations or to protect the rights, property, or safety of our company, our customers, or others.
• With platforms such as Facebook and Google for advertising and marketing purposes.

4. Facebook Ads Policy

We use Facebook Ads to promote our services and events. Facebook may collect information about users who interact with these ads. When you click on our ads or interact with our Facebook page, Facebook’s Data Policy applies.

To manage how your data is used on Facebook, you can adjust your ad preferences directly through your Facebook account. We encourage you to review Facebook’s settings to control the data shared through their platform.

5. Google Ads Policy

We also use Google Ads to display advertisements for our services. Google may collect data to tailor ads to your interests. By using our website, you consent to Google’s collection and processing of your data as described in its Privacy Policy.

You can opt out of personalized ads by visiting Google Ads Settings and adjusting your preferences.

6. Third-Party Services

Our website may include links to third-party websites, plugins, or applications. Clicking on these links or enabling connections may allow third parties to collect or share data about you. We do not control these third-party websites and are not responsible for their privacy practices.

7. Data Retention

We will retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our policies. After that period, your data will be securely deleted or anonymized.

8. Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your personal data, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

9. Your Data Protection Rights

As a user of sholaemmanuel.com, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:

• Right to Access: You can request copies of your personal data that we hold.
• Right to Rectification: You can request corrections to any inaccurate or incomplete data.
• Right to Erasure: You can request the deletion of your personal data, subject to certain conditions.
• Right to Restrict Processing: You can request that we limit the processing of your personal data in certain cases.
• Right to Data Portability: You can request that we transfer the data we have collected to another organization or directly to you.
• Right to Object: You can object to the processing of your personal data for marketing purposes.

If you wish to exercise any of these rights, please contact us at the email provided below.

10. Children’s Privacy

Our website does not address anyone under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personally identifiable information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected such data without parental consent, we will take steps to remove that information from our servers.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page, and the “Last updated” date will be revised accordingly. Users are encouraged to review this page periodically to stay informed of any updates.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal information, please contact us.