Privacy Policy

Effective Date: July 4, 2025

EthioListing.com is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the safe, responsible use of your personal information in accordance with applicable laws in Ethiopia, including the Personal Data Protection Proclamation No. 1281/2023.

This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information when you visit or interact with our website. By using our services, you agree to the terms of this policy.

1. Information We Collect

We collect limited personal information in the following ways:

1.1 Information You Provide Directly

Name, phone number, email address, or business name (when you post a listing)
Location details (city or region)
Any other information you voluntarily include in your advertisement or message

1.2 Information Collected Automatically

IP address, browser type, device information
Usage data such as pages visited and search history (through cookies and analytics tools)

We do not collect or store any financial or biometric data.

2. Purpose of Data Collection

We collect and process your data only for the following lawful purposes:

To provide and improve our directory services
To communicate with you regarding your listings or inquiries
To ensure platform security and detect fraudulent activity
To comply with Ethiopian data protection laws and other applicable regulations

Your data is processed based on your consent, legitimate interest, or legal obligation.

3. Data Security

EthioListing takes appropriate technical and organizational measures to safeguard your information, including:

Secure web hosting with firewall protection
SSL encryption on all data transmissions
Access control and administrative monitoring
Regular system audits and vulnerability assessments

While we follow industry standards, no system can be guaranteed 100% secure. Users are encouraged to also take precautions to protect their accounts and personal data.

We collect and process your data only for the following lawful purposes:

To provide and improve our directory services
To communicate with you regarding your listings or inquiries
To ensure platform security and detect fraudulent activity
To comply with Ethiopian data protection laws and other applicable regulations

Your data is processed based on your consent, legitimate interest, or legal obligation.

4. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, lease, or disclose your personal information to third parties, except:

When required by law or court order
In connection with fraud investigations or legal disputes
To trusted service providers who assist with hosting, analytics, or security (bound by confidentiality agreements)

We do not transfer data outside Ethiopia unless appropriate safeguards are in place, as required by law.

5. User Responsibilities and Safe Practices

EthioListing provides a platform for classified listings and service advertisements. Users are solely responsible for their interactions. To promote safe and responsible usage:

Posting Guidelines

Do not include sensitive personal data (e.g., national ID numbers, financial details, home address)
Avoid disclosing private contact information unless necessary for your listing
Use general geographic locations (e.g., district, city) instead of full addresses

Buying and Selling Safely

Always verify the identity of sellers or service providers
Arrange meetings in public places such as police stations, municipal compounds, or commercial areas
Do not share your residential address or invite strangers to your home
Never make advance payments without confirming the item or service
Use verified and traceable payment methods

Reporting Misuse
If you encounter suspicious listings or fraudulent users, report them via our platform or contact our support team directly.

6. Your Rights Under Ethiopian Law

In accordance with the Personal Data Protection Proclamation No. 1281/2023, you have the right to:

Access your personal data held by us
Request correction or deletion of inaccurate or unlawful data
Withdraw consent at any time (where processing is based on consent)
Lodge a complaint with the Ethiopian Personal Data Protection Commission (when established)

To exercise your rights, please contact us at: privacy@ethiolisting.com

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purpose for which it was collected, or as required by law. Listings and related contact data may be archived for administrative purposes for a limited period.

8. Changes to This Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically to reflect changes in law, technology, or business operations. We encourage users to review this page regularly. Material changes will be communicated clearly through the site.

9. Contact Information

If you have any questions, concerns, or data-related requests, please contact:

EthioListing.com – Privacy Office
Email: EthioListing@gmail.com
Phone: (123) 456-7890
Website: https://ethiolisting.com

By continuing to use EthioListing.com, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and agree to its terms.