Privacy Policy

Introduction

DzTrust is a platform dedicated to helping Algerian shoppers find trustworthy online stores through honest and transparent reviews. Our privacy policy ensures that your personal information is handled responsibly and in compliance with Algerian laws. This policy applies to all Algerian residents using DzTrust.

Information We Collect

DzTrust collects the following types of personal information provided directly by users:

• Name
• Phone number
• Email address
• Profile picture
• Reviews and other content submitted by users

Additionally, third-party services integrated into our platform, such as analytics tools, may collect information like IP addresses. We do not collect additional information automatically at this time.

How We Use Your Information

The personal information we collect is used for the following purposes:

• Authentication and account management.
• Enhancing user experience on the platform.
• Reducing the number of fake accounts to ensure the integrity of reviews.

Additionally, analytics tools like Google Analytics are used to better understand user interactions with our platform and improve our services.

Sharing Your Information

Certain user data, such as your name and profile picture, is publicly visible to all users of the platform. However, we do not share such data with third parties. For analytics purposes, IP addresses may be shared with third-party services like Google Analytics. We ensure that this information is handled securely and used solely to improve our platform.

Your Data Rights

As a user of DzTrust, you have the right to:

• Update or modify your personal data at any time through your profile settings.
• Control the information you share publicly on the platform.

At this time, users do not have the option to withdraw consent, but we are committed to providing transparency and flexibility in managing your data.

Data Storage & Security

User data is securely stored using reliable cloud services, specifically MongoDB Atlas. We prioritize data security by leveraging the built-in safeguards of MongoDB, ensuring that your information is protected against unauthorized access or misuse. As our platform evolves, we will continue to implement robust security measures to safeguard your data.

Cookies & Tracking

DzTrust does not currently use cookies or similar tracking technologies. However, this may change in the future as we enhance our platform. Any updates to our use of cookies will be reflected in this privacy policy and communicated to users.

Children's Privacy

DzTrust does not specifically target children under the age of 18. While there is no explicit minimum age requirement, a valid phone number is required to use the platform, and only adults are typically able to provide such a number.

Third-Party Services

Currently, DzTrust uses Cloudinary for image hosting. We do not share user data with other third-party services unless explicitly stated.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time. Users will be notified of any changes through announcements on the platform. We encourage you to review the policy regularly to stay informed of any updates.

Contact Information

If you have any questions or concerns regarding this privacy policy, please feel free to contact us via email at dztrustoff@gmail.com. We may also provide a phone number for inquiries in the future.