Crowdfunding
Privacy Policy
Last Updated: [04/02/2025]
AfroCom is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information when you participate in our crowdfunding campaign and use our platform.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of personal information:
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Personal Identifiable Information (PII): Name, email address, phone number, and mailing address (if required for reward fulfillment).
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Payment Information: Processed securely via third-party payment providers (Wix Payments and PayPal). AfroCom does not store your payment details.
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Donation & Transaction Data: Amount contributed, chosen reward tier, and transaction history.
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User Preferences: Your submitted choices for customized rewards (such as name customization on badges).
2. How We Use Your Information
AfroCom will use your information for the following purposes:
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Processing Contributions & Delivering Rewards: To verify your donation and ensure you receive the rewards associated with your contribution.
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Communication & Updates: Sending thank-you emails, platform updates, and relevant notifications.
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Customization & Recognition: If applicable, personalizing your AfroCom badge or listing your name on the AfroCom Founding Members Portal.
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Security & Compliance: Protecting against fraud and ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
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Improving Our Platform: Analyzing trends to enhance user experience and AfroCom’s development.
3. Data Sharing & Third-Party Services
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information. However, we may share your data in the following cases:
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Payment Processors: To process your contributions securely, your payment information is handled by third-party providers (e.g., Wix Payments and PayPal).
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Service Providers: We may share necessary information with service providers assisting in reward fulfillment, email communication, and analytics.
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Legal Compliance: If required by law, we may disclose your information to comply with legal obligations or protect AfroCom’s rights.
4. Data Retention
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We retain your personal information only as long as necessary for crowdfunding processing, reward fulfillment, and compliance with legal obligations.
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If you wish to request deletion of your data, please contact us at support@afro-com.com
5. Security Measures
We take security seriously and implement the following measures to protect your data:
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Encryption: Payment details are processed through secure, encrypted channels.
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Access Control: Only authorized AfroCom personnel can access donor information.
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Regular Security Audits: We monitor and update our security protocols to prevent unauthorized access or breaches.
6. Your Rights & Choices
You have the following rights regarding your data:
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Access & Correction: Request a copy of the data we hold about you and update any incorrect information.
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Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from our emails or request limited data processing.
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Deletion: Request that we erase your personal information, subject to legal limitations.
To exercise these rights, email us at support@afro-com.com
7. GDPR & CCPA Compliance
AfroCom is committed to protecting your data rights in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA).
GDPR Compliance (For EU Residents)
If you are an EU resident, you have the following additional rights under GDPR:
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Right to Data Portability: You can request a copy of your data in a structured, machine-readable format.
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Right to Restrict Processing: You may ask us to restrict the processing of your personal data in certain circumstances.
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Right to Object: You may object to processing based on legitimate interests or direct marketing purposes.
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Right to Withdraw Consent: If AfroCom processes your data based on consent, you may withdraw it at any time.
To exercise any GDPR rights, please contact us at support@afro-com.com with the subject line “GDPR Request.”
CCPA Compliance (For California Residents)
If you are a California resident, you have the following rights under CCPA:
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Right to Know: Request information on the personal data we collect and how it is used.
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Right to Delete: Request that AfroCom delete your personal data, subject to certain exceptions.
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Right to Opt-Out: You may opt out of the sale of your personal information (AfroCom does not sell data).
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Non-Discrimination: AfroCom will not discriminate against you for exercising your rights under CCPA.
To exercise any CCPA rights, please contact us at [support@afro-com.com] with the subject line “CCPA Request.”
8. Cookies & Tracking Technologies
AfroCom may use cookies and analytics tools to improve user experience. By using our platform, you consent to the use of such technologies.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy as needed. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, contact us at:
By contributing to AfroCom or using our platform, you acknowledge that you have read and agree to this Privacy Policy.
Thank you for supporting AfroCom!