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Privacy Policy
Last updated: 29 June 2026
This Privacy Policy explains how AyaHQ ("AyaHQ", "we", "us") collects, uses, and protects your personal data when you use our website and when you provide information to access our reports, case studies, and other resources. We are committed to handling your data lawfully and transparently, in line with the Nigeria Data Protection Act/Regulation (NDPA/NDPR) and, where applicable, the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
1. Information we collect
When you request access to a report or resource, we collect the details you submit, which may include:
- Your full name
- Your email address
- Your role or persona (e.g. builder, founder, partner, investor, student)
- Your organization and country (optional)
We also collect limited technical information automatically (such as which report was requested and the page you submitted from) and standard server logs.
2. How we use your information
- To provide the report or resource you requested
- To send you occasional updates about AyaHQ programs, reports, and opportunities (only with your consent)
- To understand which content is useful and improve our programs and website
- To respond to your enquiries and maintain our records
3. Legal basis
We process your data on the basis of your consent, which you give when you submit a request and tick the consent box. Where relevant, we also rely on our legitimate interest in promoting our programs and understanding our audience. You may withdraw consent at any time (see "Your rights" below).
4. Sharing your information
We do not sell your personal data. We may share it with trusted service providers who help us operate (for example, hosting, analytics, and email delivery tools), under agreements that require them to protect your data. We may also disclose data where required by law.
5. Data retention
We keep your data only for as long as necessary for the purposes described above, or as required by law, after which it is deleted or anonymized.
6. Your rights
Subject to applicable law, you have the right to:
- Access the personal data we hold about you
- Request correction or deletion of your data
- Object to or restrict certain processing
- Withdraw consent and unsubscribe from our communications at any time
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at info@ayahq.com. Every email we send also includes an unsubscribe link.
7. Security
We use appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data against unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. No method of transmission over the internet is completely secure, but we work to safeguard your information.
8. Changes to this policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The "Last updated" date above reflects the latest version. Material changes will be communicated where appropriate.
9. Contact us
Questions about this policy or your data? Email info@ayahq.com.