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Privacy Policy

by eritagen

Last Updated: March 2025

1. Welcome to Eritage

Welcome to Eritage.ng (“we,” “us,” or “our”). We are a digital platform dedicated to documenting, preserving, and sharing the rich cultural heritage, histories, and stories of Nigeria and its people.

Your trust is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit our website or submit stories to us. By using Eritage.ng, you agree to the practices described here.

2. Information We Collect

We collect information in two ways: automatically when you visit, and voluntarily when you share content with us.

A. Information You Give Us

When you use our “Submit Your Story” form or contact us directly, we may ask for:

  • Personal Details: Name, email address, phone number (usually WhatsApp).
  • Story Content: The text, audio, or photos you submit about your town, family, or culture.
  • Attribution Preference: Whether you want your name published or kept anonymous.

B. Information Collected Automatically

When you browse Eritage.ng, certain information is collected automatically to help us improve the site:

  • Device Information: Your browser type, operating system, and device model.
  • Location Data: General location (e.g., Country/State) derived from your IP address.
  • Cookies: Small data files stored on your device to remember your preferences and analyze traffic.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your data for the following purposes:

  • To Publish Stories: To review, edit, and publish the cultural histories you share.
  • To Contact You: To verify details about your story or notify you when your submission goes live.
  • To Improve Eritage: To understand which stories resonate with readers and improve user experience.
  • To Send Updates: If you subscribe to our newsletter, we’ll use your email to send weekly histories and festival alerts (you can unsubscribe anytime).
  • To Comply with Laws: To meet legal obligations under Nigerian law.

4. About “Submit Your Story” Submissions

This is a core part of our mission. Here’s how we handle your contributions:

  • Ownership: You retain ownership of your story. However, by submitting, you grant Eritage.ng a non-exclusive license to edit, publish, and share the content across our platforms (website, social media, newsletters).
  • Anonymity: We respect your choice. If you select “Anonymous” or “Initials Only,” we will hide your identity in the published post. However, we still keep your contact details privately on file for verification purposes.
  • Public Information: Please be careful not to include sensitive personal data (like home addresses, bank details, or NIN) in your story text. Once published, this information becomes public.
  • Third-Party Forms: We use Tally.so to manage story submissions. Their privacy policy also applies to the data entered in the form. They are compliant with international security standards.

5. Monetization & Third-Party Services

To keep Eritage.ng free and running, we may display advertisements or use affiliate links.

  • Google AdSense: We may use Google AdSense to display ads. Google uses cookies to serve ads based on your past visits. You can opt-out of personalized advertising via Google Ad Settings.
  • Affiliate Links: Some links on our site may be affiliate links. If you click and make a purchase, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. This helps support our documentation work.
  • Analytics: We use tools like Google Analytics to understand traffic. This data is anonymous and used for statistical purposes.

6. Data Security

We take reasonable steps to protect your information from loss, misuse, or unauthorized access.

  • Our website uses SSL Encryption (HTTPS) to secure data transmission.
  • We use Cloudflare to protect against malicious traffic and attacks.
  • Access to submitted stories and contact details is limited to our editorial team only.

Note: While we strive for security, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. We encourage you to protect your own passwords and device security.

7. Your Rights (NDPR Compliance)

Under the Nigeria Data Protection Regulation (NDPR), you have the right to:

  • Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
  • Correction: Ask us to correct any inaccurate information.
  • Deletion: Request that we delete your personal data (unless we need it for legal records or published archives).
  • Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from our newsletter or withdraw consent for data processing.

To exercise these rights, contact us at hello@eritage.ng.

8. Children’s Privacy

Eritage.ng is a general audience platform. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are under 13, please ask a parent or guardian to help you submit a story or use this site.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or laws. The updated version will be posted on this page with a new “Last Updated” date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, we’d love to hear from you.

  • Email: hello@eritage.ng
  • WhatsApp: 09159418821
  • Address: Lagos, Nigeria