Privacy Policy
Last updated: February 2026
1. Information We Collect
We collect information you provide directly, including your name, phone number, email, location, skill details, photos, and training certificates. We also collect usage data such as pages visited, search queries, and device information.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to create and maintain your professional profile, verify your credentials, connect you with potential customers, improve our platform, and send important notifications about your account.
3. Information Sharing
Your professional profile is publicly visible to customers. We do not sell your personal data to third parties. We share information with training partners solely for verification purposes and with service providers who assist platform operations.
4. Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data. However, no internet transmission is 100% secure. We encrypt sensitive data in transit and at rest.
5. Your Rights
You can access, update, or delete your personal data through your dashboard settings. You may request a copy of all data we hold about you. You can opt out of marketing communications at any time.
6. Cookies & Tracking
We use essential cookies for site functionality and analytics cookies to understand usage patterns. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.
7. Data Retention
We retain your data as long as your account is active. If you delete your account, we remove your personal data within 30 days, except where required by law.
8. Children's Privacy
SkillRise Africa is not intended for users under 18. We do not knowingly collect information from minors.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy from time to time. We will notify registered users of significant changes via email or platform notification.
10. Contact Us
For privacy-related questions, contact our Data Protection Officer at privacy@skillrise.ng or write to us at SkillRise Africa, Lagos, Nigeria.