Last Updated: May 15, 2025

Introduction

Welcome to TechMetroo (“we,” “our,” or “us”). As a Nigerian tech media company, we are committed to protecting your personal information in accordance with Nigerian data protection regulations. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website at https://techmetroo.com, including any other media form, media channel, mobile website, or mobile application related or connected to TechMetroo.

Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this Privacy Policy, please do not access our website.

Information We Collect

Personal Information

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:

  • Register for an account
  • Sign up for our newsletter
  • Complete contact forms
  • Subscribe to our content
  • Participate in surveys or contests
  • Comment on articles
  • Contact our editorial team

This information may include:

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Phone number
  • Location within Nigeria
  • Account credentials
  • Communication preferences

Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect certain information about your device and usage patterns, including:

  • IP address
  • Browser type and version
  • Operating system
  • Device information
  • Pages visited and navigation patterns
  • Time spent on pages
  • Referring websites
  • Search terms used to find our site
  • Time and date of visits

Cookies and Similar Technologies

We use cookies, web beacons, pixels, and similar tracking technologies to:

  • Enhance your browsing experience
  • Analyze website traffic and performance
  • Remember your preferences
  • Personalize content and news recommendations
  • Serve relevant advertisements
  • Gather demographic information about our Nigerian audience

You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings. However, disabling certain cookies may limit your ability to use some features of our website.

How We Use Your Information

We may use the information we collect for various purposes, including to:

  • Deliver relevant tech news and content focused on the Nigerian technology ecosystem
  • Provide, maintain, and improve our services
  • Process subscriptions and transactions
  • Send administrative information, such as updates, security alerts, and support messages
  • Respond to your comments, questions, and requests
  • Personalize your news feed and deliver content relevant to your interests
  • Send marketing communications about Nigerian tech events and news, if you have opted in
  • Monitor and analyze trends in the Nigerian tech industry
  • Detect, prevent, and address technical issues, fraud, and illegal activities
  • Comply with Nigerian legal obligations, including the Nigeria Data Protection Regulation (NDPR)

How We Share Your Information

We may share your information with:

Service Providers

Third-party vendors who perform services on our behalf, such as payment processing, data analysis, email delivery, hosting, customer service, and marketing assistance.

Media Partners

With your consent, we may share your information with our Nigerian and international media partners to offer you certain content, services, or promotions.

Legal Requirements

When required by Nigerian law or in response to valid requests by Nigerian public authorities (e.g., court orders, government agencies).

Business Transfers

In connection with any merger, sale of company assets, financing, or acquisition of all or a portion of our business.

With Your Consent

We may share your information for any other purpose disclosed to you with your consent.

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect the security of your personal information in accordance with the Nigeria Data Protection Regulation (NDPR). However, please be aware that no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Data Retention

We will retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by Nigerian law.

Your Privacy Rights

Under the Nigeria Data Protection Regulation (NDPR), you have certain rights regarding your personal information, including:

Right to Access

You may request details of the personal information we hold about you.

Right to Rectification

You may request that we correct any inaccurate or incomplete information.

Right to Erasure

Under certain circumstances, you may request that we delete your personal information.

Right to Restrict Processing

You may request that we restrict the processing of your personal information.

Right to Data Portability

You may request a copy of your personal information in a structured, machine-readable format.

Right to Object

You may object to our processing of your personal information.

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided in the “Contact Us” section.

Children’s Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe that your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.

International Data Transfers

As a Nigerian company, your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than Nigeria. These countries may have different data protection laws than Nigeria. We will take appropriate measures to ensure that your personal information remains protected in accordance with this Privacy Policy and the Nigeria Data Protection Regulation (NDPR).

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The updated version will be indicated by an updated “Last Updated” date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third-party sites. We encourage you to read the privacy policies of every website you visit.

Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:

TechMetroo Email: privacy@techmetroo.com

Consent

By using our website, you consent to this Privacy Policy and our collection, use, and disclosure practices described herein, in accordance with Nigerian law.