Privacy And Cookies Policy
- Our Commitment to Privacy
Pebuu.com (“Pebuu”, “we”, “our”, or “us”) operates in Uganda, Tanzania, Kenya, Democratic Republic of Congo, Zambia, Zimbabwe, South Africa, Ghana, Nigeria, and Ethiopia. We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information in compliance with:
- Uganda – Data Protection and Privacy Act (2019)
- Tanzania – Personal Data Protection Act (2022)
- Kenya – Data Protection Act (2019)
- DRC – Law No. 18/019 on Personal Data Protection (2018)
- Zambia – Data Protection Act (2021)
- Zimbabwe – Cyber and Data Protection Act (2021)
- South Africa – Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA, 2013)
- Ghana – Data Protection Act (2012)
- Nigeria – Nigeria Data Protection Act (2023)
- Ethiopia – Personal Data Protection Proclamation (2023)
We also align with the African Union Convention on Cyber Security and Personal Data Protection and relevant regional frameworks.
By accessing or using Pebuu.com or related services, you consent to the practices described in this Policy.
- Information We Collect
We collect personal data:
- Provided directly by you when registering, subscribing, contacting us, or engaging in promotions (e.g., name, email, phone number, company name, job title, login credentials).
- Collected automatically when you use our Site, including IP address, browser type, device details, pages visited, actions taken, referring sites, and (if enabled) location data.
- Through cookies and tracking technologies to remember preferences, personalize your experience, improve services, and, where applicable, deliver relevant ads.
- How We Use Your Information
We use personal data to:
- Provide and improve Pebuu.com and related services.
- Communicate updates, news, promotions, and service information.
- Respond to inquiries and provide support.
- Enforce our Terms of Use and protect our legal rights.
- Comply with national and international laws, including anti-money laundering and cybercrime regulations.
- How We Share Your Information
We may share your personal data:
- With trusted affiliates, agents, and merchants to deliver services.
- With third-party service providers (e.g., hosting, analytics, marketing) under strict confidentiality.
- With regulators, law enforcement, or courts to meet legal obligations.
- During a corporate transaction such as a merger, acquisition, or asset transfer.
We do not sell personal data to third parties for independent marketing purposes.
- Your Rights
Depending on the applicable law in your country, you may have rights to:
- Access, correct, or delete your personal data.
- Restrict or object to processing.
- Withdraw consent where applicable.
- Request data portability.
- Lodge a complaint with your national data protection authority.
To exercise these rights, email findus@pebuu.com.
- Cookies Policy
6.1 What Are Cookies?
Small text files stored on your device when you visit a website.
6.2 Types We Use
- Essential Cookies – Required for site functionality.
- Performance Cookies – For analytics and service improvement.
- Functional Cookies – To remember preferences.
- Advertising Cookies – For relevant ads (where applicable).
6.3 Managing Cookies
You can disable or manage cookies via browser settings, but this may affect site functionality.
- Data Security
We apply technical and organizational measures including encryption, access controls, and regular security audits in line with national ICT security standards (e.g., NITA-U, CAK, SITA, NITDA).
However, no online platform can guarantee absolute security.
- International Data Transfers
Data may be processed outside your country of residence. We ensure protection through:
- Binding contracts,
- Compliance with applicable cross-border transfer rules, and
- Secure transfer protocols.
- Children’s Privacy
Pebuu.com is not intended for persons under 18. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If we discover we have done so, we will delete it promptly.
- Changes to This Policy
We may update this Policy to reflect changes in our services, laws, or best practices. Updates will be posted on www.pebuu.com with a “Last Updated” date.
- Contact Us
Email: findus@pebuu.com