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Privacy Policy

We take your privacy seriously. This policy explains what data we collect, why we collect it, and how we protect it — in plain language.

Effective: February 19, 2026Last Updated: February 19, 2026
NDPA 2023 AlignedThis policy is governed by the Nigeria Data Protection Act (NDPA) 2023 and other applicable regulations. Operated by Fudio Commerce Technologies Limited.
This Privacy Policy explains how Fudio Commerce Technologies Limited ("Fudio," "we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, stores, and protects your personal data when you access or use the Fudio Platform. If you do not agree with this Privacy Policy, you should not use the Platform.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information necessary to operate a B2B food and agricultural trade platform.

1.1 Information You Provide

When you register or use the Platform, we may collect:

  • Full name
  • Phone number
  • Email address
  • Business name and address
  • Business registration details (if applicable)
  • Bank Verification Number (BVN) — for business verification
  • Government-issued identification (where required)
  • Profile information
  • Communications with Fudio

1.2 Business & Transaction Information

  • Order history
  • Product listings and pricing data
  • Payment records
  • Delivery information
  • Credit profile and repayment history

1.3 Payment Information

Each verified retailer is assigned a dedicated payment account. We may collect:

  • Bank account details
  • Payment confirmations
  • Transaction references
  • Associated financial records
Fudio does not store debit card details unless explicitly introduced in future platform updates.

1.4 Automatically Collected Data

We may automatically collect:

  • Device information
  • IP address
  • Usage activity and log data
  • Cookies and similar technologies

2. Why We Collect Your Data

We collect personal and business data to:

  • Verify business identities
  • Create dedicated payment accounts
  • Process and manage orders
  • Administer trade credit
  • Facilitate logistics
  • Detect and prevent fraud
  • Improve and secure the Platform
  • Comply with legal and regulatory obligations

4. Credit Profiling & Financial Data

Where credit facilities are extended:

  • We create a digital credit profile for your business
  • We track repayment behaviour and history
  • We assess eligibility and risk over time
Credit profiling may involve automated or semi-automated decision-making. Fudio reserves the right to report repayment defaults to relevant financial or regulatory authorities where required by law.

5. How We Share Information

We may share information with trusted third parties to operate the Platform:

  • Payment service providers
  • Banking and financial partners
  • Identity verification providers
  • Logistics and delivery partners
  • Regulatory authorities (where required by law)
  • Professional advisers (lawyers, auditors)
We do not sell your personal data. Data shared with third parties is limited to what is necessary for the purpose of the engagement and is subject to appropriate confidentiality obligations.

6. Data Retention

We retain personal and business data for as long as necessary to:

  • Provide our services
  • Maintain trade and transaction records
  • Enforce agreements and resolve disputes
  • Comply with legal and regulatory obligations

Credit and financial records may be retained beyond account termination where legally required.

7. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organisational safeguards to protect your data, including:

  • Access controls and role-based permissions
  • Encryption where appropriate
  • Secure infrastructure and monitoring
No system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security. Please contact us immediately if you suspect unauthorised access to your account.

8. Your Rights (Under NDPA)

Subject to applicable law, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:

Right of Access

Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.

Right to Rectification

Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.

Right to Erasure

Request deletion of your data where legally permissible.

Right to Object

Object to certain types of processing, including profiling.

Withdraw Consent

Where processing is based on consent, you may withdraw it at any time.

Lodge a Complaint

File a complaint with the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC).

Certain data may not be deleted where retention is required for legal, financial, or regulatory compliance. To exercise your rights, email hello@fudio.co.

9. Cookies & Tracking

We may use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Improve user experience and personalisation
  • Analyse Platform usage and performance
  • Enhance security and fraud detection

You may adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies, though this may affect some Platform functionality.

10. Cross-Border Transfers

If personal data is transferred outside Nigeria or your country of residence, we will ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place consistent with the NDPA 2023 and other applicable law, including standard contractual clauses or equivalent measures.

11. Children's Privacy

The Platform is intended exclusively for business use by adults. We do not knowingly collect personal data from individuals under 18 years of age. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such data, please contact us and we will delete it promptly.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. Continued use of the Platform after updates constitutes acceptance of the revised Policy.

We will notify users of material changes through the Platform or by email where appropriate.

13. Contact Us

For questions about this Privacy Policy, data requests, or to exercise your rights:

General & Data Requests

hello@fudio.co

Company

Fudio Commerce Technologies Limited, Nigeria

This Privacy Policy was last updated on February 19, 2026. It is aligned with the Nigeria Data Protection Act (NDPA) 2023. For questions, email hello@fudio.co.